Lake Taupō Region
(Love Taupō)
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Tongariro Alpine Crossing
The Tongariro Alpine Crossing takes between 6-8 hours and hikers will cross between two active volcanoes of the pristine Tongariro National Park alpine environment. The walk is rated by hikers as one of the top 10 in the world. You do need to be prepared for the terrain and for all kinds of weather for this spectacular excursion. For much more info:
Project Tongariro
Covers all sorts of events, projects and experiences. It’s all about community involvement and education with an environmental theme, in the Tongariro National Park.
Skiing & Snowboarding
Whakapapa on the Northern slopes of Mt Ruapehu is a 45-minute drive from Omori-Kuratau
Turoa is about a 70-minute drive and accessed through Ohakune on the southern side
Tongariro National Trout Centre
Just 4kms south of Turangi, this is the ultimate experience for those who love fishing for trout. Includes the Genesis Energy Fresh Water aquarium and hatchery facility. Plus walks beside the Tongariro River.
Tongariro River Rafting
We are the most experienced white water rafting provider in the Taupō region, and proud to be the absolute #1 Rated Rafting experience in the entire North Island on Trip Advisor.