Tongariro

Tongariro Alpine Crossing

Mount Ruapehu

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1 Chateau Tongariro Hotel ◆◆◆◆ 73 Lake Taupo

Whakapapa 1 Emerald Lakes Blue Lake Red Crater Tongariro Alpine Crossing

Mount Ngauruhoe

Mount Ruapehu

Tongariro National Park

ATTRACTION

TONGARIRO Mother Nature turns it on at the World Heritage Listed Tongariro National Park. Active volcanoes – such as Mount Tongariro, Mount Ruapehu and Mount Ngauruhoe – and fascinating geothermal scenery await adventurous travellers. Drive the Volcano Loop to see a land of extreme contrasts. Marvel at emerald lakes, alpine meadows and hot springs or trek the celebrated, otherworldly Tongariro Alpine Crossing.

SEE • See the stunning Emerald Lakes and Red Crater in the Tongariro National Park • Glimpse the incredible scenery of Mount Ruapehu, Mount Tongariro and Mount Ngauruhoe

DO • Take the scenic chairlift ride to Hut Flat at Mount Ruapehu

WHAT’S ON The Goat Adventure Run December (dates to be confirmed) Tussock Traverse January (dates to be confirmed) Tongariro Northern Circuit Great Walk March (dates to be confirmed)

TONGARIRO ALPINE CROSSING This 19 kilometre trek is one of New Zealand’s best day walks! The track leads up to the saddle between Mount Ngauruhoe and Mount Tongariro and then diverts over Mount Tongariro. The landscape is peppered with different coloured and shaped craters, scoured volcanic rocks, mountain springs and brightly coloured emerald lakes. Group sizes are small and the guides are well informed and are able to provide an enjoyable experience.

Includes: • Guided walk • Lunch

Operator: Adrift Tongariro Duration: 9 hours Departs: Daily from National Park Village at 8am Minimum 2 adults. Not suitable for children under 13 yrs. Return transfers from Turangi, Ohakune, Taupo or Whakapapa Village prices also available.

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State Highway 48, Whakapapa Village, Tongariro National Park (ROE) MAP PAGE 73 REF. 1

From $ 198 *

❖ All rooms have refined décor that reflects the hotel’s 1930s history ❖ Situated in the heart of the Tongariro National Park ❖ Casual and fine dining restaurants on-site

Location: Close to regional attractions including the Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Whakapapa ski area/Sky Waka. Distances: Whakapapa Village 150m, Turangi 45km. Property Features: Pool (heated indoor plunge), Restaurants (2), Bars (3), Café, 24 hour room service, Gym, Sauna, Theatrette, Laundry/dry cleaning service, Resort shop, 24 hour reception, Parking (free), Transfers from National Park Train Station (extra charge), 115 rooms. Room Features: Tea/coffee making facilities, Cable TV, Ironing facilities. Max Capacity: Standard/Tongariro/Heritage/Superior/Executive Spa Suite/McLaren Suite/ Te Heu Heu Suite – 2, Family – 5.