Tongariro Alpine Crossing Guided Day Walk
New Zealand's Best Day Hike
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"A life-changing experience not to be missed!" Lonely Planet
Hike New Zealand's best walk, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, with a friendly and caring local guide. Walking Legends' professional, all-inclusive service make this the easiest, most convenient, and rewarding way to experience one of the world's top hikes.
The Tongariro Crossing is a challenging 7-8 hour hike through a rugged and exposed alpine environment – but there is No Hurry! Walk at a relaxed pace and relish the jaw-dropping views, spectacular geology, frequent rest & refreshment breaks, and stories with your genuine Kiwi guide.
Your Tongariro guide carry's a first aid kit, communications, safety equipment and extra refreshments so you don't have to!
Enjoy this life-changing adventure in comfort - with a hearty lunch, snacks, drinks and clothing provided. Opt to join a small group, or have an exclusive guide for yourself or your group.
Pick-up from your Whakapapa or National Park accommodation approx 8am. Drop off approx 4-5pm.
Available daily on demand from October to May. Reservations essential.
Confirmation by phone the evening prior to your walk is essential. If we deem the conditions to be unsafe to undertake the Tongariro Crossing, you will be offered an alternative guided walk in the Tongariro National Park area.
Prices: NZ $260 per person. GROUP DEAL - 4th Person is FREE !!!
It's great fun to join other walkers on this hike, but if you prefer to have your own guide there is an Exclusive Guide surcharge of $200 per booking.
Please enquire for family and group deals.
Single Walkers: can join other walkers if available, or pay the exclusive guide surcharge. If you would like to join others then please contact us to see what dates are available.
Includes: Packed lunch, snacks and drinks; trail map; professional local guide; door-to-door return transport from Whakapapa or National Park Village; raincoats, small backpacks, and warm clothing are also available to borrow free of charge.
Transport from Ohakune, Taupo, Turangi, Rotorua or further afield can be arranged.
You will need: Good hiking shoes and clothing; warm jersey; sunhat & sunscreen; at least 2 litres drinking water; camera.
Fitness: A reasonable level of fitness and agility is required for this guided walk. The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is a strenuous hike of 7-8 hours, with a climb and descent of around 1000 metres through an alpine environment. Walkers need to carry a daypack containing drinking water, raincoat and warm clothing. Track surfaces vary from well-formed paths to rough terrain of rocks and loose scree.
Walking Legends guides are very experienced at guiding people of all ages and fitness levels, and are patient, caring and attentive to our walker's needs. We have a low guide to client ratio (1:8) and small groups, so you receive our legendary personalised service. Please consult with us first before booking for children under 10 years of age.
The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is undoubtedly New Zealand's best one day hike, but to fully appreciate the majesty of the volcanoes and National Park, and for a good chance to have fair weather to undertake the hike, we recommend spending at least 3 days in the area. Our 3 day Tongariro Hiking Tour has a flexible itinerary, so the guides can choose the best weather to walk the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, and also features the spectacular climb to the active crater lake at the top of Mt Ruapehu – the North Island's highest mountain. Stay in a cozy lodge with a small group.
Alternatively, we can recommend and book a range of good quality accommodation for you when you do our Tongariro Alpine Crossing Guided Day Walk, from the Historic Grand Chateau to Boutique B&B's or Backpacker.
Terms & Conditions:
All guided walk bookings require a deposit of 20% at the time of booking, with the balance due 30 days before the walk commences.
Walking Legends Cancellation Policy for Day Walks:
Cancellation Fees are charged on the following basis per person:
Outside 30 days from walk departure date = 0%
Between 29-5 days before walk departure date = 20%
Within 4 days of walk departure date = 100%
Due to the exposed alpine environment the Tongariro Crossing Guided Walk is weather dependent. In the event of cancellation due to poor weather a full refund will be given. If you start the track and the guide has to change the route, or turn back, due to adverse conditions, there is no refund.
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