Tours and transport

Transport services

InterCity TravelPass Taupo

Walking & hiking

Chris Jolly Outdoors - Tongariro Alpine Crossing

The Tongariro Alpine Crossing in Tongariro National Park is one of New Zealand’s most spectacular tramping tracks, and is considered the most popular one-day alpine hikes in New Zealand. One of New Zealand’s ‘Great Walks’ – a must do in this area.

Custom transfers

Mangakino Shuttle Service

Enjoy the Beautiful Scenery of the famous Waikato River Trail as you Bike or walk in an ever-changing, Breathtaking landscape, for just a few hours, or travel more of the trail over 2 to 5 days. Shuttle, Bike Hire and accommodation available.

Cycle Shuttles

Great Lake Trails - Boat Transfers - K2K (Kinloch to Kawakawa Bay)

Enjoy our unique boat drop-off to Kawakawa Bay, departing from Kinloch Marina - Ideal for families wanting to hike or ride the 8.4km K2K Trail.

Walking & hiking

Tongariro Lodge - Activities

Tongariro Lodge makes the perfect base to enjoy the World Heritage Tongariro National Park and are experts at arranging Heli-Hiking, Guided Walks and the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.

Kayaking

Kayak to the Māori Rock Carvings with Canoe & Kayak - Canoe and Kayak Taupō

Let Canoe & Kayak take you on a kayak adventure across stunning Lake Taupō while taking in all the beautiful views of the surrounding coastline and neighbouring mountains before getting up close and personal to the iconic Māori Rock Carvings.

Biking trails

Kaimanawa Descent

Embark on the Kaimanawa Descent, a downhill trail that offers a thrilling ride through New Zealand's volcanic landscape. Accessible only by helicopter, this path designed for intermediate to advanced riders, winds through dense alpine forests with spectacular views of Tongariro National Park’s majestic peaks. An adrenaline-packed adventure awaits.

Walking & hiking

Tongariro Alpine Crossing with Taupo Kayaking Adventures

Join us on one of NZ Great Walks Tongariro Alpine Crossing, Which is rich in cultural identity and dramatic, awe-inspiring natural scenery . 19.4 Kilometers allow approx 7-8 hours in Summer, 8-9 hours in Winter. Small groups up to 8 people.

Tongariro Alpine Crossing

Mountain shuttle

We offer a one way Tongariro Alpine Crossing shuttle service hourly from the Tongariro shuttle car park at the finish point of the hike to the starting point Mangatepopo.

Bus & coach transport

Tongariro Expeditions - Tongariro Holiday Park Shuttle to the Alpine Crossing

Our Tongariro Holiday Park shuttle takes you to the start of the track, then collects you at the finish for the return trip. This shuttle service is operated by family-owned Tongariro Expeditions, who have been running since 1998.