Tours and transport

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 services

InterCity TravelPass Taupo

Bus & coach transport

Tongariro Alpine Crossing Shuttle From Turangi

Turangi return shuttle to the world famous Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Depart and Return from any location in central Turangi. Locally owned and operated family business with the convenience of cultural insights & genuine local hospitality & drivers.

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.

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.

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.

Volcanic/Geothermal

Taupo Kayaking Adventures Geothermal Tours

Kayaking through geothermal features along the Waikato River, bathing under a hot springs waterfall or wandering through Orakei Korako Geothermal Park is without a doubt one of the best ways to experience the geothermal wonders of NZ.

Rental cars

Taupo Airport

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.

Fishing – Fresh Water

Tongariro Lodge Guided Fly Fishing

Tongariro Lodge Guides are the most experienced guided fly fishing operator in Taupō for over 40 years now. Guides provide access to the best wilderness trout fishing in the world by 4WD, boat, raft and helicopter.