Booking fee
The booking fee includes the costs of booking your tickets such as charges for payment processing. It also covers the provision of our customer care center for processing your order, and all charges imposed by our suppliers.
* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Experience the majestic Tongariro National Park and feel the crisp mountain air as you follow your expert guide across the Tongariro Alpine Crossing for a view of the volcanic landscape during this 8-hour trek. Soak in the snowy white expanse in winter or the lush, blooming beauty during summer on your 19km hike. Learn about the secrets and history of the landscape around you. Travel through volcanic craters, mountain springs, and vivid emerald lakes - natural wonders that leave you inspired and breathless. Notice the gradual change in flora as you climb higher in altitude. Witness the grandeur of Mount Ngauruhoe, which lies between Mount Tongariro, Mount Ruapehu.
Your guides are well informed and keep you safe by constantly assessing the weather and track conditions, timing for your personalised pick-up, and other little details to maximise your enjoyment.
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Professional and qualified guide/s
Footwear and clothing to supplement up to a NZD40 free allowance.
All winter equipment. Crampons and ice axes if required for winter conditions.
Transport between the start & end of the tour and the Adrift Tongariro base (National Park Village)
Beverages, bottled water, or snacks
Available at a surcharge
Return accommodation transfers from Taupo CBD, Turangi & Whakapapa Villages available at a surcharge
Departure Point
53 Carroll Street, National Park 3989, New Zealand
Tongariro Alpine Crossing, New Zealand A great one day walk 540 minutes
Mt Ruapehu, New Zealand Stunning volcanic mountain 60 minutes
Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre (Whakapapa Visitor Centre), Whakapapa, New Zealand Interesting information 5 minutes
Adrift Tongariro, National Park Village, New Zealand Our base 10 minutes
Mount Ngauruhoe, Turangi, New Zealand A steep volcanic mountain showcased on Lord of the Rings as Mt Doom 60 minutes
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
It is essential all clients phone the Adrift Tongariro base between 10:00am - 5:00pm the day prior to trip date to confirm tour departure time and discuss exact timings. +64 7892 2751. Each participant to fill out a waiver prior to arriving on site. Look out for your link or QR code in your inbox 3 days before your tour date.
A minimum of 2 people is required for this tour to operate. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
If you are traveling alone please book as the tour does generally meet minimum numbers, especially on good weather days
Tour starts and finishes at the Adrift Tongariro Base. Transport between the Adrift Tongariro base (53 Carroll St, National Park Village) and the activity are included in the price.
All transfers meet at the Adrift base the morning of the tour where our guides will check everyone in, go over the days trip conditions and assess and provide the required equipment, and additional clothing and boots if needed.
Transfers from Taupo CBD, Turangi and Whakapapa Village are available on request for an additional charge. All transfers require a minimum of 2 people.
Summer Gear List: Water (1.5-2 litres), 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 Gear List: Water (1-1.5 litres), 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.
A reasonably good level of fitness is required. If you are concerned about your fitness please let your guide know before commencing the walk
Minimum age is 12 years.
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
johnrQ9516SE
20 May 2025
Fantastic. Kenny the guide was incredible. Hugely knowledgeable. Having a guide made the experience really enjoyable. He understood the pace we needed to go at and provided rests and stops to take photographs. Also gave details of the iwi and the meaning behind the place names. I think you get so much more than walking unguided. Highly recommended. A must do.
sabse77
19 May 2025
Exhausting but with a bit of firness and a lot of will you make the ascent. The panorama was gigantic as ch as garden but also lucky with the weather.
The guide was excellent and really knew how to adjust the pace so that each participant could keep up.
R2400WQamandal
07 May 2025
I did the Tongariro Crossing Guided Hike with Adrift Tongariro and it was an incredible experience from start to finish. Our guide, Ty, was fantastic — he was so patient as we puffed our way up the hill, but what really stood out was how knowledgeable he was. He didn’t just share facts about the landscape and the mountains, but also gave cultural context and stories as one of the few Māori guides on the trail. That made the whole experience even more special. It felt like such a privilege to be shown this sacred area by someone local, and it helped us understand why it’s so important to treat it with respect.
We were also lucky with the weather — clear skies and stunning views in every direction, far more beautiful than I expected. The whole day ran smoothly, thanks to the team at Adrift. The pick-up and drop-off made everything easier, and Robin gave me such a warm and friendly welcome at the start of the day.
If you're thinking about doing the crossing, I can’t recommend Adrift highly enough. Their knowledge, care, and connection to the land really elevate the whole experience.
This tour in
North Island
is organized by
Adrift Tongariro
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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