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Tongariro Alpine Crossing Return Shuttle

Walk the crossing at your own pace, with a ride to the start and a ride home from the end.

A return shuttle for walking the Tongariro Alpine Crossing on your own: drop-off at the start of the one-way track and pickup at the far end, from National Park Village. Four departures a day and several return times.

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Overview

The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is one-way, so you need a ride at both ends. This shuttle drops you at the start and collects you from the finish, leaving the 6 to 8 hours in between to you: over the active volcanic landscape and past the Emerald and Blue Lakes at whatever pace suits.

There are four departures a day from six stops in National Park Village, including the Park and Ride at the end of Findlay Street by the railway station, and pickups along the way such as the Mangahuia DOC campsite. Four to five return times give you room to take it easy. Miss the last 5:30pm shuttle and they'll come back for you, with a late fee.

This is a self-guided walk with some hard climbs. There are toilets along the track but no water or bins, so carry plenty of water and take all your rubbish out. Pack warm layers and a rain jacket, since the weather turns fast, and check the mountain forecast before you go. In winter the operator recommends going with a guide.

Why you'll love it

  1. 1

    Return transport for the one-way Tongariro Alpine Crossing

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    Four departures daily from National Park Village

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    Four to five return times

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    Walk the 6 to 8 hour track at your own pace

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    Local operator watching the mountain weather

What's included

✓ What's included

  • Return shuttle between National Park Village and the Tongariro Alpine Crossing track ends

✕ Not included

  • ✕Guide (the walk is self-guided)
  • ✕Food and water

Common questions about this trip

  • Where do I get picked up?
    From one of six stops in National Park Village. If unsure, choose the Park and Ride car park at the end of Findlay Street.

  • What if I'm slower than expected?
    There are four to five return times. If you miss the last shuttle at 5:30pm they'll make a special trip for you, with a late fee.

  • Can I walk it in winter?
    The track is open year-round, but in winter the operator recommends going with a qualified guide.

  • What's the cancellation policy?
    Cancellation terms for this trip are set by the operator and confirmed on your booking voucher. Refunds mirror the operator's policy, if they can refund, so can we. Wanderlust handles the refund for you, refunds mirror the operator's terms 1:1 (including if the operator cancels) and we chase it on your behalf. Message us for the exact day-by-day terms before you book.

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