Tongariro Crossing Guided Day Walk

Long considered one of New Zealand's best walks, the Tongariro Crossing is a must-do while in the Central North Island of NZ. Only one hours drive from Taupo, this Tongariro Crossing walk is an all-inclusive 7 to 8 hour trek across a blend of beautifully rugged terrain accompanied by experienced, friendly guides who will show you the ropes and ensure your safety while you take in all its charms. With a distance of 19 kilometres in total, this walk is challenging and requires a reasonable amount of fitness, however its rewards are more than fulfilling - see rich national park lands, dramatic mountain peaks, and moon-like craters far below.

If you have even a passing interest in hiking, this Tongariro Crossing hike will be one of the most rewarding experiences in New Zealand - it's annually ranked amongst the top 10 single day treks in the world, so don't miss out!

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Reconfirmation It is essential all clients phone the Adrift Tongariro base on our toll free number 0800 462 374 or +64 7892 2751 between 10:00am - 5:00pm the day prior to tour date to confirm tour departure time, discuss weather conditions and gear requirements. We highly recommend that single person bookings phone 3 days prior to the trip date to establish if minimum numbers have been met.

Waiver Each participant is required to fill out a waiver prior to arriving on site. Look out for your unique link or QR code in your inbox 3 days before your tour date.

Inclusions

• Professional and experienced guide/s,
• Crampons and ice axe (in Winter)
• Transport between the start and end of the tour and the Adrift Tongariro base.
• $60 worth of clothing and footwear hire included.
• All winter equipment. Crampons and ice axes if required for winter conditions.

Exclusions

• Lunch can be purchased as an optional extra
• Accommodation transfers are an optional extra from Taupo CBD, Turangi, Whakapapa Village. Min of 2 people required.
• Additional clothing and footwear above $60 must be paid for.

Highlights

• 1000 metre climb and descent over an alpine pass
• 19km trek
• Photo opportunities

Seasons

Summer: 1 October – 31 March

Winter: 1 April – 30 September

Time

Summer 1 October – 31 March Meet at the Adrift Tongariro Base: 8:00am Return: 5.30pm

Winter 1 April – 30 September Meet at the Adrift Tongariro Base: 7:00am Return: 5.30pm

Duration

Walking time is approximately 7- 8hours.

Departure Location

Adrift Tongariro Base, 53 Carroll St, National Park

What To Bring

Summer Water (1.5-2 litres) Own lunch Personal medications (e.g. Asthma Inhaler, blister protection etc) Sun hat, sunscreen, sunglasses Backpack per person Hiking boots/shoes Walking trousers 1 light top and 2 warm top layers (wool, merino, thermals, fleece, soft shell etc. are good layers) Waterproof raincoat

Winter: Water (1-1.5 litres) Own lunch Personal medications (e.g. Asthma Inhaler, blister protection etc) Sunscreen, sunglasses Backpack per person Hiking boots Thermal longs and/or walking trousers & over-trousers 3 warm top layers (wool, merino, thermals, fleece, soft shell etc. are good layers) Waterproof raincoat Warm hat and gloves

Gear Hire Adrift Tongariro has available for hire personal equipment footwear and clothing to supplement that which you don’t have and need including boots, socks, thermal longs, fleece longs, waterproof pants, thermal tops, fleece tops, waterproof tops, warm gloves, warm hats, sun hats, sunglasses, backpacks and walking poles.

Additional Information

A reasonably good level of fitness is required. If you are concerned about your fitness please let your guide know before commencing the walk, as there are options we can discuss with you. Walking time is about 7 – 8 hours including stops and a 15 minute stop for lunch. Our walking pace is about 3 kms per hour which is easily achievable for just about everyone. During winter we are limited for daylight hours and therefore need to keep a moderate pace during the day with an additional half hour stop to fit crampons and instruct in their correct use. No alpine experience is required.

This is a Tongariro Alpine guided tour. We do not guarantee reaching the Ketetahi end. Safety regarding weather, avalanche, ice and hypothermia are taken into consideration when securing our exact route for the day.

We take all individual and group bookings. If you are travelling alone please book as we generally always meet minimum numbers, especially on good weather days.

You can park your vehicle on the street outside the Adrift Tongariro base safely, at no cost or time restrictions for the duration of the tour.

Terms And Conditions

• A refund of the tour cost is given to all cancellations made by customers up to 14 days prior to the tour date,.

• Adrift Tongariro has the right to cancel a tour should we consider the weather to cause too high a risk. If Adrift Tongariro cancels due to unsafe forecast or conditions a safe alternate tour will be offered or the customer can choose 1: reschedule for up to 12 months from the original tour date or 2: receive a refund of the tour cost.

• Health and Safety Weather and Trip Decisions All decisions regarding the departure of the tour are made at the meeting time for that tour at the Adrift Tongariro base. Adrift Tongariro will deem the weather to be unsafe to depart and cancel the tour according to our health and safety operation plans. We do not guarantee reaching the intended objective. Client, guide and staff safety, comfort and enjoyment are taken into consideration when securing the exact route for the day. Monitoring includes:- client health, fitness and wellbeing, weather, track, volcanic risks, avalanche, ice, hypothermia and river levels and conditions and any other environmental conditions. We reserve the right to cancel a trip if we become concerned for any reason for your safety or that of any other person under Adrifts management system. Once the tour has commenced in the event the guide deems that it is not safe to proceed along the intended route because of conditions mentioned above then Adrift Tongariro will guide up to a point and turn the group around for safety. If the group or an individual returns to the start of the tour we make no apology as we are 100% solely ensuring the safety of the individual and the group, and the Adrift Tongariro staff. No refund is offered.

Cancellation Policy

Adrift Tongariro accepts no responsibility for the clients use of third party transportation nor any acts of god nor illness or injury, which affects the client’s ability to commence their scheduled tour.

No refund or options to reschedule will be made if the client does not call the day prior to the tour date to reconfirm, is late to the scheduled meeting time or does not show up for their scheduled tour.

A refund of the tour cost is given to all cancellations made by customers up to 14 days prior to the tour date, booking fee is non refundable.

Should the minimum group size not be met a surcharge of an extra person(s) will be charged or the customer can choose 1: reschedule for up to 12 months from the original tour date or 2: receive a refund of the tour cost, booking fee is non refundable.

Adrift Tongariro has the right to cancel a tour should we consider the weather to cause too high a risk. If Adrift Tongariro cancels due to unsafe forecast or conditions a safe alternate tour will be offered or the customer can choose 1: reschedule for up to 12 months from the original tour date or 2: receive a refund of the tour cost, booking fee is non refundable.

Booking Information

• Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
• Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
• For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
• Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control. We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
• Prices are seasonal and are constantly changing. The from price displayed may not always be the price you are going to pay, as once you click on your specified date, the price will change to reflect the price for that date/season. Please note that in some cases where you cannot click on a date to obtain the price, please call us so we can assist you

Reconfirmation It is essential all clients phone the Adrift Tongariro base on our toll free number 0800 462 374 or +64 7892 2751 between 10:00am - 5:00pm the day prior to tour date to confirm tour departure time, discuss weather conditions and gear requirements. We highly recommend that single person bookings phone 3 days prior to the trip date to establish if minimum numbers have been met.

Waiver Each participant is required to fill out a waiver prior to arriving on site. Look out for your unique link or QR code in your inbox 3 days before your tour date.