Title: Tongariro National Park in Tongariro National Park | Expedia.co.uk [Tongariro National Park Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Tongariro-National-Park-Hotels.0-l6135271-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Tongariro National Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Tongariro-National-Park.d6353232.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Tongariro National Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Tongariro-National-Park.d6353232.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Tongariro National Park Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Tongariro-National-Park.d6135271.Car-Hire-Guide)[Tongariro National Park Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Tongariro-National-Park.d6353232.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Tongariro National Park ![Tongariro National Park featuring a sunset, landscape views and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135271/a1534402-9b72-45fb-958d-198f5c904a0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tongariro National Park featuring a sunset, landscape views and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135271/a1534402-9b72-45fb-958d-198f5c904a0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tongariro National Park which includes forest scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135271/7d80a7be-161a-4949-bafb-05533441539e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tongariro National Park featuring outdoor eating and café scenes as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135271/24df7ec5-6160-4949-8380-6bcdd5e3ad32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tongariro National Park showing a sunset and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135271/693cc357-f620-4a05-aeb0-ccdeb157ad1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Tongariro National Park Activities [Tongariro National Park travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Tongariro-National-Park.dx6353232) --- --- #### Explore New Zealand’s phenomenal volcanic landscape and trek across one of the best known hiking trails in the country. Enjoy outdoor adventures and superlative scenery when you explore Tongariro National Park. Go hiking, mountain biking, skiing and whitewater rafting in a wilderness that encompasses waterfalls, lakes, rivers and three active volcanoes. The three volcanoes in Tongariro National Park were gifted to the country in 1887 by Te Heuheu, Chief of the Ngati Tuwharetoa Maori tribe. New Zealand’s oldest national park is also a dual World Heritage area for its importance to Maori culture and the magnificent volcanic features. There are many hiking and mountain bike trails throughout the park, from gentle outings to more challenging routes. Take one of the volcanic walks on Mount Ruapehu, which was used as a filming location for the *Lord of the Rings* trilogy. Trek through the countryside and stay overnight in a serviced backcountry hut or in a village lodge. A popular route is the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. This 1-day hike encompasses barren mountains with volcanic craters, lava flows and emerald-green lakes. Take part in some activities on the water. Kayak along the Whakapapa River through Tongariro Forest. There is also a 3-day canoe trip along the waterway. Go whitewater rafting in the Whanganui River. When the snow comes in the winter, head for the slopes of the Whakapapa Ski Area on Mount Ruapehu. Here you can ski, snowboard and go tobogganing. Away from the outstanding scenery, Tongariro National Park also has some cultural sites that are well worth exploring. Stop by the 1923 glacier hut, which today houses a skiing museum. See Kaikawaka Villa, a bushman's hut from the 1930s and visit the Tongariro Chateau, a Georgian mansion. Tongariro National Park is in the central part of North Island, about a 4- to 5-hour drive from Auckland or Wellington. It is also accessible by railway from both these places. Trains stop at the National Park Village which borders the expansive wilderness. It is open throughout the year and there is no entry fee. ### Popular places to visit ![Turangi showing a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634015586491/430054f2-6af3-464f-a7fa-d0813a5b65db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Taranaki Falls 4.5/5(3 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Taranaki-Falls-Tongariro-National-Park.d553248634015586491.Attraction) ![Tongariro crossing in winter,Mount ngauruhoe, the great walk, New Zealand, Tongariro National park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532610726/3e7d02fb-0759-4800-b6bc-42d4b2050256.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Ruapehu 4.5/5(4 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Ruapehu-Tongariro-National-Park.d553248621532610726.Attraction) ![Cone volcano at sunrise,Mount Ngauruhoe,New Zealand, Shutterstock ID 1127023898, Purchase Order: SP-1822 ANZ-18120 Wotif Search Engine - Destination Imagery, Order Number: , Client/Licensee: Wotif, Ot](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532610742/903ed598-975f-4f9d-9a9f-571fda43c5f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Ngauruhoe 5/5(2 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Ngauruhoe-Tongariro-National-Park.d553248621532610742.Attraction) ![Sunset in the way down from Turoa ski fields, Mt Ruapehu. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621567596121/9ff6e72e-cc12-4932-8baf-d0770b0f77f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Turoa Ski Area 3.5/5(2 reviews) Hit the slopes in Tongariro National Park with a visit to Turoa Ski Area. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Turoa-Ski-Area-Tongariro-National-Park.d553248621567596121.Attraction) ![0_E007820](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634015588017/b372cb65-c531-488f-9c12-f719a50875f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Tongariro 4.5/5(5 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Tongariro-Tongariro-National-Park.d553248634015588017.Attraction) ![Caption---- Emerald Lakes in Tongariro Alpine Crossing, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6293955/7d6df5ab-52cd-489f-ad42-c380e25a16da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tongariro Alpine Crossing 5/5(3 reviews) 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. 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