Love adventure
Love Taupō
Tongariro Alpine Crossing, Tongariro National Park
  1. Home
  2. See & do
  3. Sightseeing tours & transport
  4. Tours & transport

Tours and transport

Taupo has so many spectacular places to see and activities to try that sometimes its easiest to let an expert take care of your itinerary. 

Whether you’re a keen golfer, skier or snowboarder, nature-lover, or traveling group keen to sit back and enjoy the ride together, a tour by bus, private luxury car, or on a bike can help you take in all the highlights of the region with minimum hassle.

Tongariro Alpine Crossing

Rated as the best one-day hike in New Zealand. Hike across a volcanic alpine landscape of dramatic contrasts – steaming vents, glacial valleys, ancient lava flows, alpine vegetation, and vivid crater lakes, all with stunning views.

The best way to get to the start of the track is by shuttle. You can arrange transport through the list of operators below.

Filter by
Sort by
Map
Displaying 1 - 10 of 61
  • Walking & hiking

    Taupo Kayaking Adventures - Walking & Hiking Tours

    Enjoy exploring nature by foot? Let us guide you on our many beautiful and amazing hiking and walking trails around the Great Lake Taupo region.

    $100 - $250 Book now
  • Bus & coach transport

    Tūrangi

    The only all day, secure car park for the Tongariro Crossing. When you park your car at the Ketetahi Car Park, your booking includes a shuttle to the start of the Crossing at Mangatepopo. Simply walk back to you car after you complete the crossing.

    $65 Book now
  • Cycle Shuttles

    Adventure Shuttles - Great Lake Trail

    We'll get you to all the best parts of the Great Lake Trail & make it easy! Great advice and flexibility. Small group specialists and our base is right near the W2K at Whakaipo Bay. For Waihaha/Waihora sections we'll also arrange the boat transfers.

    $45 - $180
  • Walking & hiking

    Premium Half Day Tongariro Alpine Guided Group Hike - Adrift Tongariro

    If you are unable to spend the whole day walking, join us on a half day tour, perfect for families and travellers of all ages and fitness levels. Start on the Tongariro Crossing track and walk amongst the volcanoes to the Soda Springs Waterfall.

    $350 Book now
  • Rental cars

    Taupo

    Rent with confidence and choose Avis for your Car Rental to explore New Zealand. Avis offers a wide range of rental cars in 38 different branches located across the country.

    $80 - $189.98 Book now
  • Stargazing

    Stargazing Experience - Beyond Earth

    Beyond Earth provides entertaining stargazing experiences either at our own venue, or your home or holiday accommodation.

    $31.13 - $99.50
  • Study/Education

    NZ Student Travel

    We organise, plan and operate small group bus tours for student groups. Whatever your needs for your group travel within New Zealand we can offer complete logistics and full operation of your tour.

    $1,000 - $4,000
  • Custom transfers

    Tongariro Expeditions - Tūrangi Return Shuttle to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing

    Our Tūrangi return shuttle picks you up from Tūrangi, 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.

    $110 Book now
  • 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.

    $350 - $475 Book now
  • 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.

    $65 Book now
of 7 Next

Share your #LoveTaupō stories with us

  1. Home
  2. See & do
  3. Sightseeing tours & transport
  4. Tours & transport