Ruapehu / ACCOMMODATION & SIGHTSEEING
Skotel Alpine Resort Situated in the heart of Tongariro National Park, Skotel Alpine Resort is located on the edge of Whakapapa Village. Accommodation options include hotel rooms, cabins that sleep up to six and a budget backpacker wing. Most rooms boast panoramic mountain or landscape views. The Terrace Restaurant and Bar features an à la carte menu with views of Mount Tongariro and Mount Ngauruhoe. Other facilities include two spa pools, a sauna and fitness center. Shuttle transport is available for guests to transfer them to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing and mountain chairlifts.
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The Park Hotel Located by the Tongariro National Park, The Park Hotel offers quality 3-star accommodation in a stunning alpine setting with views to Mounts Ruapehu, Ngauruhoe and Tongariro. All rooms include ensuite facilities, WiFi throughout and there is ample free parking. A range of room categories are available to suit individuals and couples through to groups and families. Guests can soothe away a day’s walking, skiing, snowboarding or mountain biking in the outdoor hot tubs before grabbing a bite to eat or drink in the cosy Spiral Restaurant & Bar, which features an extensive international menu, New Zealand wines and beer and award winning Allpress espresso coffee.
The Bridge to Nowhere River Adventure
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Adrift One Day Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Take a journey to the historic Bridge to Nowhere deep within the Whanganui National Park. Jetboat departs Pipiriki with a 55-minute ride through spectacular deep river gorges covered with lush native vegetation. After an easy walk to the bridge you will learn about the history. Departs: Pipiriki daily at 10am. Duration: 4 hours. Includes: Qualified guide, safety equipment and refreshments.
Experience New Zealand’s rugged and beautiful landscape on the world-renowned Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Tours offer a professionally-guided and enjoyable experience for people of all abilities and skill levels. Departs: Daily at 8am. Duration: 8-9 hours. Includes: Qualified guide, safety equipment and lunch. Whanganui River canoe, bike and multi-day treks also available. Shorter half day and Sunrise and Sunset tour options also available.
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Guided Crater Lake Hike & Cultural Experience
5 Tunnel RailCart Adventure
Ascend to Mount Ruapehu’s sacred Crater Lake. Under your guide’s care venture through rugged volcanic terrain and learn about the geological and cultural significance of the mountain. Departs: National Park and Whakapapa Village daily at 8am. Duration: 7 hours. Includes: Qualified guide, safety equipment and a scenic chairlift ride. (Short of time?) Take a scenic chairlift year-round, or day ski-lift pass in winter.
Discover the Forgotten World Railway by RailCart, passing through stunning hill country farms and native bush. Travel through five tunnels including the longest one-mile tunnel and three beautiful hand built brick lined ones. For a longer experience, upgrade to the all-day 20 tunnel tour with 7.30am start. Departs: Taumarunui at 12 noon daily. Duration: 3.5 hours. Includes: Guided RailCart tour, morning or afternoon tea, return shuttles from the Forgotten World Motel to Okahukura.
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Tongariro River Rafting
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Mountain Air Volcanic Flights
Enjoy the unspoilt wilderness and adrenalin-pumping action as you navigate over 60 heart-pounding rapids with an expert guide at the helm. You will also be treated to sights only accessed by raft, see Whio, and learn about our conservation project to protect this rare duck. Departs: Nov 1 – Apr 1 at 9am and 2pm, May 1 - Oct 31 at 12noon. Duration: 4 hours (2 hours on water) Includes: Safety equipment and hotel transfers. Family rafting, Raft Fishing, and Mountain biking also available.
Tongariro National Park Dual World Heritage Area is a world of Māori culture, volcanic activity and lakes, alpine glaciers and spectacular scenery. Come on a flying adventure with Mountain Air to see the most unique of National Parks in the world. Departs: Chateau Airfield, Mount Ruapehu daily on the hour (weather permitting). Duration: From 15 minutes to 1 hour. Includes: High quality headsets and commentary.
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