Walk between Mt. Ngauruhoe and Mt. Tongariro, past craters and the Blue and Emerald Lakes, on New Zealand’s best 1-day hike. Admire scenic volcanic landscapes and explore New Zealand's beautiful bush.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 14 days in advance for a full refund
- Duration 9 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Live tour guide
- English
- Small group
- Limited to 10 participants
Highlighted reviews from other travelers
Absolutely awesome tour! 9 September and the weather was bearable (just) and we made it all the way to the end! Our guide Stu was very informative and helpful, keeping everyone motivated for the journey! 100% worth persisting with it. Remember to “keep your hat on” Stu! Haha 😎 Thank you Robyn and Stu! Absolutely amazing day! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ rated all the way!
That was my first hike ever. It was not easy, especially getting down. I had no equipment and at some point i was the last in the row. A nice lady from Minesota gave me her walking sticks and with the guide whose name i do not recall, helped me multiple times. He gave me some proper snacks to handle the fatigue. Although i was super exausted in the end, it was worth every single breath!
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Meeting point
Adrift Tongariro Base and Shop, 53 Carroll St, National Park 3948, New Zealand
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What to bring
- Warm clothing
- Windbreaker
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Hat
- Food
- Snacks
- Hiking shoes
- Sunscreen
- Rain gear
- Packed lunch
- Insect repellent
- Breathable clothing
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Outdoor clothing
- Daypack
- Hiking pants
- Personal medication
- Thermal clothing
- Quick-dry clothing
- Trekking gear
Know before you go
- Reasonable fitness level is required; if you are concerned about your fitness, let your guide know before commencing the walk, as there are options they can discuss with you
- Return transfers from Taupo CBD, Turangi and Whakapapa Village are available at a surcharge (minimum of 2 people)
- No alpine experience is required
- Summer: please bring 1-2 litres of water, medication, sun hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, backpack, hiking boots/shoes, walking trousers, 1 light top and 2 warm top layers (wool, merino, thermals, fleece, softshell etc. are good layers), waterproof raincoat
- Winter: please bring 1-2 litres of water, medication, sunscreen, sunglasses, backpack, hiking boots, thermal longs and/or walking trousers & over-trousers, 3 warm top layers (wool, merino, thermals, fleece, softshell etc. are good layers), waterproof raincoat, warm hat, and gloves
- Personal equipment footwear and clothing can be hired at Adrift Tongariro