Experience the majestic Tongariro National Park and feel the crisp mountain air as you follow your expert guide across the Tongariro Alpine Crossing for a view of the volcanic landscape during this 8-hour trek. Soak in the snowy white expanse in winter or the lush, blooming beauty during summer on your 19km hike. Learn about the secrets and history of the landscape around you. Travel through volcanic craters, mountain springs, and vivid emerald lakes - natural wonders that leave you inspired and breathless. Notice the gradual change in flora as you climb higher in altitude. Witness the grandeur of Mount Ngauruhoe, which lies between Mount Tongariro, Mount Ruapehu. Your guides are well informed and keep you safe by constantly assessing the weather and track conditions, timing for your personalised pick-up, and other little details to maximise your enjoyment.

Welcome to the heart of Tongariro National Park amongst our taonga treasured Volcanic Maunga Mountains Pihanga, Tongariro, Ngauruhoe, and Ruapehu like nowhere else in the World. On Journey enjoy our learnings about Manaakitanga – caring & safety of visitors and Kaitiakitanga – guardianship to preserving life. Locals of Maōri descent born and raised in Turangi Tongariro providing a niche transport service to Aotearoa New Zealand’s known best one day adventure hike to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing with award winning experienced local transport services. Highly recommended from Visitor’s. Ensured safety and experience from our destination Turangi Taupō, World famously known for trout fishing, hiking, river rafting, geothermal hot pools, stays and a quint friendly environment. Shuttles & transfers are hiking self-guided and naturally has our Maōri blessings, FREE safety photography, FREE use of walking poles, and a FREE cold drink at the END. UNESCO Transport Operator Approved.

Enjoy the famous Tongariro Alpine Crossing with a private guide from Adrift Tongariro. This 19km trek is New Zealand’s best day one-day walk. The track leads up to the saddle between Mt. Ngauruhoe and Mt. Tongariro. The landscape on Tongariro is peppered with the different coloured and shaped craters that have been active at different periods, scoured volcanic rocks, mountain springs, and brightly coloured emerald lakes. Our privately guided trips provide you with a really personal, informative and friendly experience you will never forget. Experience a majestic landscape of recent resultant volcanic activity. There is a vast array of colours and textures created from Sulphur, Aluminium, Silica, and many other mineral deposits released from within the Earth’s Crust. In summer this track can get crowded and where possible, we take our clients away from the masses while making sure that the popular sights are still experienced.

Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour. Experience a hiker’s self-guided audio tour of the widely popular Tongariro Crossing. This tour will take you on a 7 hour journey through this cultural and geographical mecca of New Zealand. During this walk you will see huge craters and colourful lakes while being mesmerised by the beautiful and astounding nature of New Zealand.

Immerse yourself with panoramic views of an ancient volcanic resting ground. Experience the trek across a dramatic alpine and volcanic landscapes all with stunning views. Walk the unforgettable Tongariro Alpine Crossing, a World Heritage site, celebrated for both its cultural and spectacular natural significance. Be captivated by thousands of magical glow-worms as you glide silently by boat in the world-famous Waitomo Glow-worm Caves and at the centre of sparkling Lake Taupō, the great inland sea of New Zealand witnesses the Snow-blanketed winter ski fields thundering Huka Falls, steaming geothermal valleys with rejuvenating hot springs.

Departs on Wednesdays. Calendar here: https://www.straytravel.com/tours/new-zealand/select/ruru-tour-25-26/ Curious about a 19-day New Zealand tour from Auckland to Christchurch? Named after our native enigmatic owl (the Morepork, with its haunting "more-pork" call and stunning golden eyes). Start in vibrant Auckland, the City of Sails, then lace up for epic hikes like the Tongariro Crossing and Lake Tarawera trails. Feel the magic of famous fjords, lush rainforests, and breathtaking alpine vistas. Savour a traditional hangi feast, earth-cooked for its smoky flavour. Unwind in hidden thermal streams amid native bush, or dig your own spa at Hot Water Beach. Explore national parks’ secret waterfalls, glowworm caves, and wildlife. Enjoy an adrenaline rush in Queenstown. Cap it off with a starry night in Tekapo, sharing tales with local guides. All in 3-4 star hotels. Is this your ultimate Kiwi escape? Join our Ruru Select Tour, which stops top your bucket list?