Tours and transport

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.

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.

Horse treks

Enchanted Forest & River Horse Ride - Korohe Horse Treks

Ride through the Enchanted Forest to the beautiful Waimarino River.

Transport services

InterCity TravelPass Taupo

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.

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.

Bus & coach transport

Tongariro

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.

Arts & crafts

Lava Glass Glassblowing Studio Tour

Lava Glass is the playground of Lynden Over, one of New Zealand's leading glass artists. In his studio, you get the opportunity to watch him and resident artists at work. Lava Glass is the first certified net carbon zero glass studio in the world.

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.

Rental cars

Hertz Taupo

Discover New Zealand with a car rental from any one of our 42 branches in all major cities and airports. Our fleet of late model vehicles are equipped with the latest safety features, so you can travel in comfort and enjoy the drive.