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We love that these guys make conquering the Tongariro Crossing SO easy. With transport organised, all you need to focus on is the spectacular walk!

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	<li>Cancellations made within 7 days of tour date incur a 100% cancellation fee.</li>
	<li>Cancellations made with more than 7 days notice incur an administration charge of 30% of total booking fee.</li>
	<li>If we need to cancel due to poor or unsafe weather conditions on the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, we offer a transfer on your ticket to another day that suits you or a full refund.</li>
	<li>For amendments of bookings, additional charges, or a refund, charges may apply depending on the nature of the booking amendment.</li>
	<li>No refunds or credits will be provided if you fail to advise any amendments to the booking or fail to report at the venue of the operator with the appropriate vouchers issued for that booking on the day and/or time booked.</li>
	<li>If you miss the bus there is no refund.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Please note this is transport only. You are required to bring&nbsp;hiking equipment, food and water needed. For return journeys only there is hire gear available on the bus.

You must have your lunch and water organised before you come as there is nowhere to buy food or water on or around the track. 
Bring hiking gear and please be fully prepared for the alpine environment and weather

As with any alpine environment, the weather can change suddenly and conditions can become extreme. 
To ensure your safety please be prepared for any type of weather and make sure you have the most up-to-date weather report. 
 
This update should be refreshed by 10.00 am each day.&nbsp; If it is not please call to let us know.

Often described as New&nbsp;Zealand&#39;s greatest day walk, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing is an unforgettable journey. It&#39;s a&nbsp;challenging hike across a remarkable volcanic landscape, with lava flows, steam vents, emerald-coloured lakes,&nbsp;an active crater, magnificent views to take in along the way.&nbsp; 
 
19.4 km long, the track takes around 6-8 hours to complete. You can complete the walk from two directions, one starting at Mangatepopo car park and ending at&nbsp;Ketetahi, and the other starting at&nbsp;Ketetahi and ending at&nbsp;Mangatepopo car park. For less climbing, start from&nbsp;Mangatepopo car park. 
 
Your route will wind&nbsp;up the Mangatepopo Valley to the saddle between Tongariro and Ngauruhoe,&nbsp;then&nbsp;climb&nbsp;to the Red Crater (1886m), before dropping down to the vivid Emerald Lakes. After passing the Blue Lake, the track descends around the northern slope of Tongariro, then descends further in a zig-zag to the Ketetahi Hut. From the&nbsp;hut, the track continues down the mountain through tussock plains, then into the native forest to the end of the track. 
 
You can conquer the whole crossing in a day or spend 2-3 days completing the whole Tongariro Northern Circuit (43.1 km&nbsp;loop).&nbsp; 
 
Because the Tongariro Alpine Crossing is a one-way track, you will need some sort of transport to either pick you up at the end. That&#39;s where Tongariro Expeditions&nbsp;comes in! Choose from a one-way or return shuttle that suits your needs. Shuttle rides are available from most accommodation in Taupo and Turangi. For those staying in Whakapapa, National Park Villages or Ohakune, the&nbsp;closest pickup point is Tongariro expeditions&nbsp;Base Camp.&nbsp; 
 
Please be aware that different situations may cause a change in&nbsp;pick up times. You must call the day before you are scheduled to go to check the weather and the pickup times. Wait outside your pick up location at least 10 minutes before pick up time so that you don&#39;t miss the bus. If you are not picked up on time call Tongariro Expeditions straight away. Waiting even 5 minutes after your scheduled pickup time is too late. 
 
For return shuttle options only, there is hire gear available on the bus if you do not have what you need.

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awesome!

Quick and easy shuttle. Book it only one day ahead

Quick and easy shuttle. Book

Great service, on time and good information.

Great service, on time and

Shuttle was on time and driver was experienced- exactly what anyone would expect from this service! Parking is on the highway 46, I was a little concerned at first, but it worked out very well!☺️ Thank you 🙂

Safe drive

On time. Friendly. Provided all services needed. Made me feel supported on a solo hike

Shuttle service one way Tongariro crossing

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	<li>Get up to 10%&nbsp;cash back per person when you book with us!</li>
	<li>Choose between a one-way trip from Ketetahi or a return shuttle from Tongariro Base Camp or Taupo</li>
	<li>Complimentary pick-up&nbsp;from most accommodation in Taupo and Turangi</li>
	<li>Comfortable and clean bus</li>
	<li>On time departures&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Hire gear available on the bus (return shuttles only)</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>You have booked a date and pick up location only. You MUST call the day before to select your pick up time from those available on the day and to confirm pick up point eg accommodation.</li>
	<li>Please prepare yourself for conditions on the Tongariro Alpine Crossing adequately.</li>
	<li>For return shuttle options only, there is hire gear available on the bus if you do not have what you need.</li>
	<li>In summer only, we offer a 100% refund jackets that are returned unused.</li>
	<li>Please be waiting outside on the road side at least ten minutes before the bus is due so that you do not miss the bus.</li>
	<li>If you miss the bus there is no refund.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Tongariro Alpine Crossing Shuttle | Return & One Way

Base Camp

Tongariro Holiday Park

Return transport available from Tongariro Base Camp to and from the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.

Tongariro Base Camp Return Shuttle

Based by the Lake

Finlay Jacks YHA

Haka House

Lakefront Lodge

Taupo info centre

Top 10 Taupo Holiday Park

Wild Kiwi (FInlays)

Return transport available from most accommodation places in Taupo, from the Taupo I-site or another convenient location.

Taupo Return Shuttle

Ketetahi Car Park 'OFF PEAK SEASON' May to end of October

Ketetahi Park N Ride 'PEAK SEASON' end of October to Apr

One way transport available from Ketetahi to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Ketetahi parking is situated on State Highway 46, at the end of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing track.

Ketetahi One Way Morning Shuttle

Emerald Lakes

tongariro shuttle

Blue Lake tongariro crossing

Red crater Tongariro Crossing

Tongariro Park

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