The Best Places to Eat Around the Mountain range from cosy cafés to lively bars, all set around Tongariro National Park and Mt Ruapehu. After a day of hiking, skiing, or exploring the Central Plateau, nothing beats a good meal. Menus here fuel both adventure and comfort, whether you want a quick bite or a […]
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The Best Campgrounds Around the Mountain are found in the Central Plateau, circling mighty Mt Ruapehu and the Tongariro National Park. Here you’ll find everything from holiday parks with full facilities to DOC campsites in native bush and even freedom camping spots for self-contained travellers. Staying close to the mountain means you’re right at the
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The Central Plateau is more than just Tongariro National Park. This region is shaped by towering volcanoes, vast alpine deserts, and the communities that live in their shadow. Around the base of Mt Ruapehu, Mt Ngauruhoe, and Mt Tongariro you’ll find towns and villages that act as gateways to adventure, culture and local life. Each
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The Ohakune Old Coach Road is a must-do trail that blends history, native forest, dramatic viaducts, and adventure. Stretching for 15 km one way between Horopito and Ohakune, it forms part of the Mountains to Sea—Ngā Ara Tūhono cycleway. Before the main trunk line connected the rail-heads, the Old Coach Road served as a vital
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If you’re looking to hit the slopes in the North Island, all roads lead to Mt Ruapehu — the region’s most popular maunga for skiing and snowboarding. This mighty volcanic peak is home to two major ski fields, each with its own character and terrain: Whakapapa on the northwestern side and Tūroa on the southern
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In the heart of the Central Plateau, the volcanic landscapes of Tongariro National Park became the setting for some of the most iconic Lord of the Rings locations in Tongariro National Park. With its towering peaks, vast alpine deserts and ancient lava flows, this dual World Heritage site is both a sacred cultural landscape to
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Distance: 44.9 km loopTime: 3–4 days The Tongariro Northern Circuit is one of Aotearoa’s great walks and a multi-day adventure that offers a truly immersive alpine experience. Circling the dramatic volcanic landscapes of Tongariro National Park, this 3–4 day journey takes you across lava fields, past emerald lakes, over crater ridges and through beech forest
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In the heart of the Central Plateau, Tongariro National Park offers much more than the world-famous Alpine Crossing. The park is filled with short walks & scenic trails in Tongariro National Park that showcase waterfalls, alpine lakes, golden rapids, and incredible volcanic views. From short strolls to full-day hikes, there are tracks to suit every
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Camping is one of the best ways to experience Rotorua’s natural beauty — waking up by a lake, soaking in hot pools or resting under towering trees after a day of adventure. From freedom camping and DOC campsites to full holiday parks, here are some of the best camping spots in Rotorua to suit every
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Rotorua is one of the best regions in Aotearoa – New Zealand for those who love the outdoors. With its mix of geothermal landscapes, crater lakes, tumbling waterfalls and towering redwoods, it’s also home to some of the best hiking trails in Rotorua. In our full Rotorua guide, we’ve shared even more walks and rides,
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