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By Tongariro Expeditions

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$113 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Hike the volcanic Tongariro Alpine Crossing
    • Enjoy pre-arranged transport to and from the national park
    • Admire incredible views of the Red Crater and Emerald Lakes

Activity location

    • Taupo
    • Taupo, Waikato, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • WMP5+3F Otukou, Waikato Region, New Zealand | Peak season (4th weekend of october to end of April): Tongariro Crossing Park & Ride is off SH46 near the end of the Tongariro Crossing. Look out for our sign posts to show you the way. There are other car parks, so make sure you go to the correct location. Use this link to ensure you get to the correct spot https://maps.app.goo.gl/nDYSQAkmGeF3p53n8. If unsure, please email us. In the afternoon we offer a complementary shuttle between 1-5pm to bring you back to your car. Off peak parking (early october and May): When there is no four hour parking restrictions, we park you in the DOC Ketetahi car park at the end of the track. Copy and paste this google maps location for directions to this car park https://maps.app.goo.gl/rgZp5pBomfecsrb49. There is no need for an afternoon shuttle during this time. Over flow parking is on SH46 on the sid eof the road. You then meet us at the entrance to the DOC ketetahi car park. No need to walk up to the car park.
    • Otukou, Waikato Region, New Zealand

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Shuttle From Taupo Accommodation

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 5:15 AM
Price details
AU$113.44 x 1 AdultAU$113.44
Total
Price is AU$113.44
Until Wed, 28 Oct

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Pickup and drop-off
  • Inclusions
    Map and information sheet
  • Exclusions
    Food and drink

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Drones
    • Not suitable for: Children under 10 years, People with back problems, People with low level of fitness, People with mobility impairments, Pregnant women

What you can expect

  • With over 25 years of experience on the mountains of the Central Plateau, Tongariro Expeditions is the longest running shuttle service provider for the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Our convenient Tongariro Crossing shuttle service allows hikers to navigate this iconic trek at their own pace, ensuring a positive and stress-free experience.

    Our Ketetahi shuttle Park N Ride service provides a safe and reliable way to begin your Tongariro Crossing journey, offering a one-way shuttle from your vehicle at the end of the hike to the start of the hike in the morning. By hiking your way back to your car, there is no time limit to your hike and no need to wait for a bus once you’ve reached the end.

    Our Tongariro Crossing shuttle is available at a great price, with further discounts for large groups, seniors, students, and children. We also provide you with a map and information sheet that will give you confidence, local knowledge, and sound advice to keep you safe on the trek.

    If you do not have a car, or want to sit back and enjoy the scenic drive, our return shuttles from Taupo and Turangi may be the right fit for you.

    We offer booking flexibility. If the crossing cannot be completed due to unsafe weather, we will offer to transfer your booking to another date or cancel it for a refund.

Location

Activity location

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    • Taupo
    • Taupo, Waikato, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • WMP5+3F Otukou, Waikato Region, New Zealand | Peak season (4th weekend of october to end of April): Tongariro Crossing Park & Ride is off SH46 near the end of the Tongariro Crossing. Look out for our sign posts to show you the way. There are other car parks, so make sure you go to the correct location. Use this link to ensure you get to the correct spot https://maps.app.goo.gl/nDYSQAkmGeF3p53n8. If unsure, please email us. In the afternoon we offer a complementary shuttle between 1-5pm to bring you back to your car. Off peak parking (early october and May): When there is no four hour parking restrictions, we park you in the DOC Ketetahi car park at the end of the track. Copy and paste this google maps location for directions to this car park https://maps.app.goo.gl/rgZp5pBomfecsrb49. There is no need for an afternoon shuttle during this time. Over flow parking is on SH46 on the sid eof the road. You then meet us at the entrance to the DOC ketetahi car park. No need to walk up to the car park.
    • Otukou, Waikato Region, New Zealand