Tongariro National Park

Tongariro National Park is one of the few sites in the world with dual World Heritage Status in recognition of both its natural and cultural values.  The peaks of this area were until recently regarded by the local Maoris, as strictly tapu (sacred, forbidden).  Tongariro features in numerous differing legends of Maori folk-lore.  In one of them,  Tongariro was climbed by the great navigator Ngatoroirangi tohunga (priest) of the Arewa migration in the 14th century.  In Maori tradition all the three peaks, Ruapehu, Ngauruhoe and Tongariro are part of the one mountain complex of Tongariro.  The name meaning lit: tonga - south wind: riro borne away - recalls the plea of the priest Ngatoroirangi as he lay perishing on the summit awaiting fire from the gods in "Hawaiki", "Kariro au I te tonga"  - I am borne away in the bitter south wind.

The Tongariro National Park is the home of the mountains of Tongariro (1968 metres), Ruapehu (2,797 metres) and Ngauruhoe (2,290).  Sometimes visitors will incorrectly mistaken Mt Ruapehu for Mt Tongariro. Mt Ruapehu is the highest point in the North Island with the largest ski field in New Zealand called Whakapapa.

The most popular track in Tongariro National Park is the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.  Most of the track is also part of the Tongariro Northern Circuit, a two to four day tour, which is one of the Great Walks in New Zealand.  You can appreciate why Peter Jackson shot The Lord of the Rings Trilogy in and around the Tongariro National Park, with Mt Doom (Mt Ngauruhoe) on the list of must do for fans visiting New Zealand, tours of all the filming sites in the National Park can be arranged.

The main activates in the park includes skiing and snowboarding in winter and in summer hiking, climbing, mountain biking,rafting, hunting, fishing and scenic flights.

Tongariro Freedom Package

Two night’s accommodation
Your choice of accommodation options from budget (private double/twin or Quad bedrooms in the lodge), standard Studio Queen size units to our superior one bedroom King units.

Two breakfasts

• One fully cooked Breakfast, Bacon, eggs, hash browns, toast, tea, coffee, orange juice.
• One continental breakfast with your choice of cereals fruit, yogurt, toast, with tea, coffee, orange juice.

One deluxe packed lunch (to keep you going for the whole day on the Crossing)

• 1 x sandwich (Ham,Chicken,beef and salad)
• 2 pieces of fruit
• 1 healthy nut bar
• 1 museli bar
• 1 packet nuts/raisins
• 1 Chocolate Bar
• Water

Courtesy vehicle - Travel in comfort with Adventure Lodge's own courtesy vehicle to the beginning of the Tongariro Crossing and be picked up at the end of the track and driven back to the lodge.

Hot spas - Relax in a hot spa after you arrive back from the Tongariro Crossing, while we prepare you dinner.

Two course dinner - After your spa let us cook you a two course dinner with a selection of freshly home made salads, scotch fillet steak, or breast of chicken with bacon and avocado or a vegetarian kebab. Try a New Zealand Pavlova for dessert or the dessert of the day. Coffee and tea.

Receive a “Just done it” T-Shirt and Certificate Real great Value!!

Prices quoted in NZ$, Subject to Change

* per person on a twin or quad share basis all inclusive

Our winter rates include a guide and winter equipment. (crampon and ice axe) Winter rates normally apply from the end of May to October, we will confirm when you check if you still need a guide.

Independent hiking on the Crossing in winter is possible – if they have experience hiking with crampons & ice axe in alpine terrain.  Please confirm if you are experienced.

Address:

21 Carroll Street
National Park Village

Phone:

Freephone: within NZ: 0800 872 258

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