From Taupo: Shuttle Transfer for Tongariro Alpine Crossing Ketetahi Park N Ride
ID: GYG358345-744109
Category:
Country: Ecuador
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Hike the Tongariro Alpine Crossing with this transfer from Lake Taupo. See the Emerald Lakes, explore the Red Crater Ridge, and admire the landscape.
Your day of adventure starts at first light with a scenic drive to Mangatepopo, the start of the Tongariro Alpine Hike. Your local guide will provide weather information, a map, and an information sheet before sending you on your journey.
Your 20km hike follows spring-fed streams to the base of the Devils staircase. A steep ascent will reward you with your first views of Mt Taranaki and the breathtaking landscape.
The hike continues past old lava flows, vast craters, and dramatic rock formations. You will cross the Red Crater Ridge to admire the Emerald Lakes, before descending to see the lakes up close.
Your 6-8 hour hike comes to an end in Ketetahi car park where your shuttle will wait for you between 2-4 pm. A comfortable air-conditioned bus ride will take you back to Lake Taupo where you can enjoy a well-deserved rest.
Highlights
- 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
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This hike is 20km and will take 6-8 hours to hike. Be prepared.
This activity may be cancelled due to bad weather. If this happens, you can choose to get a full refund or transfer the activity to another day.
Park on the side of SH46, then go to our bus parked at the entrance to the Ketetahi car park to check in.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
