Tours and transport

Walking & hiking

Tongariro Guided Walks

Quality Guided Walking Experiences in an around Tongariro National Park. Our knowledgeable and caring Guides make your day as comfortable and fun as possible in landscapes that will captivate and amaze you. All year round, all equipment provided.

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.

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.

Transport

InterCity Taupo

Bus & coach transport

Tongariro Holiday Park Shuttle to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing

Tongariro Holiday Park is between the beginning and end of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Enjoy a return shuttle so that your camper can stay ready for your return. Closest accommodation to the end of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.

Cycle Shuttles

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

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.

Custom transfers

Shuttle - Tongariro Adventures Limited

Our personalised shuttle service is at your service. We can transfer you to and/or from your bus, train, or plane connections. We deliver and collect you from the adventure playgrounds of the Tongariro area at times to suit you - You're the guest.

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.

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.

Custom transfers

Tūrangi Return Shuttle to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing

Tūrangi return shuttle picks you up from your accommodation in Tūrangi and takes you to the start of the track. In the afternoon we also pick up from the end of the track and bring you back to Tūrangi again.