Tongariro National Park Travel Guide
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Skotel Alpine Resort
Best location, perfect rooms
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
It's the second time we've stayed here, 12 months apart. Everything seemed the same and was fine except for the restaurant which seemed to not be as good as it was a year ago.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Turangi Leisure Lodge
Clean and tidy and comfortable. Safe and very convenient.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Rocky Mountain Chalets
Great accommodation. The chalet was very clean and had everything we needed. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Motuoapa Bay Chalets
The room was clean and comfortable and the staff very friendly. It's right near the main road but traffic noises couldn't be heard from inside at night
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Our Treasure Cottage Retreat at the lake
Great spot for a getaway. Close to the lake and comfortable for the rainy days. Good indoor/outdoor flow with spacious, private deck.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
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Tongariro National Park
Explore New Zealand’s phenomenal volcanic landscape and trek across one of the best known hiking trails in the country.
Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Explore the great outdoors at Tongariro Alpine Crossing, a lovely green space in Tongariro National Park. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Mount Tongariro
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Tongariro during your travels in Tongariro National Park. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.
Taranaki Falls
Explore the great outdoors at Taranaki Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Tongariro National Park. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.
Mount Ngauruhoe
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Ngauruhoe during your travels in Tongariro National Park. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Mount Ruapehu
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Ruapehu and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Tongariro National Park. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Activities
Tongariro Crossing: Ketetahi Park & Ride Trailhead Shuttle
Premium Mt Ruapehu Summit Plateau Guided Group Hike
- Tongariro National Park
- Mount Ruapehu
- Tongariro Alpine Crossing
- Whakapapa Ski Area
- Mount Tongariro
- Turoa Ski Area
- Taranaki Falls
- Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre
- Mangatepopo Trail Head
- Mount Ngauruhoe
- Waitonga Falls Walk Trailhead
- Hut Flat Rope Tow
- West Ridge Quad
- Waterfall Express Chair
- Centennial Chair
- Lake Taupō
- Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre
- Tokaanu Thermal Pools
- Ratana Church
- Ohakune Old Coach Road
- Big Carrot
- Lake Rotopounamu
- Tongariro National Trout Centre
- Te Porere Redoubt
- Kuratau Jetty
- River Vineyard
- Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence
- Ohinetonga Scenic Reserve
