About Lake Taupo and Tongariro National Park North Island

Located in North Island, this is the oldest national park in New Zealand. Its Maori culture and spiritual significance have resulted in the park getting acknowledged by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Also known as the land of legend, this park is home to 3 active volcanoes – Ruapehu, Ngauruhoe and Tongariro. Explore the park’s beauty and diversity with our range of activities suitable for all ages, interests and abilities.

Regarded as the world’s best one-day hikes, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing offers phenomenal volcanic scenery and beautiful views of Lake Taupo and Mt. Tarankai. An outdoor person? Check out some of the overnight hikes; 4-day Northern Circuit or the 6-day Round the Mountain Track. For the less adventure-friendly, there are a series of short nature walks where you can explore a wide range of flora and fauna.  The short walks are also an opportunity for you to experience the dramatic waterfalls; Taranaki Falls, Silica Rapids and more. Choose from a choice of accommodation, dining and other services and have a memorable experience.

Must See

  • Tongariro Alpine Crossing
  • Mount Ruapehu
  • Taranaki Falls
  • Tama Lakes
  • Tawhai Falls
  • Whakapapa
  • Silica Rapid Tracks

How to reach

One can take Bus, Taxi,  shuttle or can drive to the National Park 

Bus and Taxi ride will take 1 hour 10 minutes to 15 minutes to reach which will cost you around NZ$ 57

Shuttle will take around 1 hour 50 minutes and will cost 114 NZ $

Tips

  • Please check the portal and website of the area  for any change in  timings 
  • Please be careful about the weather and weather changes
  • Go for hiking only if you think you are physically fit
  • Shoes with excellent gripping specifications at the bottom are must for wearing
  • Take plenty of water along with you when you go  hiking
  • Climb up and then climb down both are very steep so be very  careful about that 
  • It is advisable to take lunch near one of the lakes because it makes a good stopover and a mental relaxation joint
  • Please note that booking of huts and campsites during Great Walks season is a priority

Visit Time

Sunday:            Open 24 hours

Monday:           Open 24 hours

Tuesday;           Open 24 hours 

Wednesday:        Open 24 hours 

Thursday:          Open 24 hours

Friday:               Open 24 hours

Saturday:          Open 24 hours

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Waiting Time

30 minutes to one hour

 

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Entrance Fee

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  • Outside Great Walks Season --- For Huts  == 1 / 5 / 2019 to 24/10/2019 = Adults 18+  { per night } $ 15 Child below 17 years - free
  • Outside Great Walks Season --- For campsites == Adults [18+] $ 5
  • In the Great Walks Season --- For Huts  == 25/10/2019 to 20/4/2020 = Adults 18+ { per night}  $ 36 , Child below 17 years  - free but prior booking required 
  • In the Great Walks Season --- For campsites == Adults [18+ ] $ 15
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Time you can spend

at least 3 to 4 hours

 

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Weather

Broken Clouds 2.18°C

 

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