Half Day Tongariro Alpine Guided Group Walk

Located in the Tongariro National Park, a UNESCO Dual World Heritage site, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing is New Zealand’s best one-day walk. This 20.4km trek takes around 7-8 hours to complete and crosses a spectacular landscape of lava flows, steaming vents and crater lakes. Shaped by volcanic and glacial activity over the last 275,000 years, the crossing offers a unique experience, found nowhere else in New Zealand.

Summer is the best time to see the vivid colours and textures of this mineral rich environment. Winter provides the opportunity to experience a pristine snow-covered landscape. No outdoor experience is necessary and all training is given on the day for a fantastic alpine experience.

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Note

• Trip Status

• Customers must check Trip Status updates in our website chatbot after 9:30 am the day before their tour. Single bookings: please reconfirm 3 days prior. Phone: +64 7 892 2751 or WhatsApp: +64 274 462 364 (10:00 am – 5:00 pm).

• Waiver

• It is essential for each participant 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

• Experienced Guide(s)
• Transport. Between the start and end of the tour and the Adrift Tongariro base included.
• All winter equipment. Crampons and ice axes if required for winter conditions.
• $60 clothing and footwear hire allowance.

Exclusions

• Lunch is not included in this tour.
• Accommodation transfers are an optional extra from Whakapapa Village. Min of 2 people required.

Extras

Upgrades Whilst on this tour and in reaching Soda Springs, you can decide to upgrade to a full day tour at an additional cost (difference between full day and half day tour cost). You must have the fitness and lunch and adequate water, to upgrade.

Time

• Summer 1 October – 31 March: Meet at 8:00am, Return at 12:30pm
• Winter 1 April – 30 September: Meet at 7:00am, Return at 12:30pm

Duration

• Walking time: 7 – 9 hours

Location

• 53 Carroll Street, National Park 3948, New Zealand

Departure Location

• This experience starts and finishes at the Adrift Tongariro Base, 53 Carroll St, National Park

What To Bring

• Summer:

• Water: 1.5 - 2 litres

• Personal Medications: (e.g. asthma inhaler, blister protection)

• Sun Protection: Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses

• Backpack: One per person

• Footwear: Outdoor shoes with good grip

• Clothing: Walking trousers, 1 light top, and 2 warm layers (e.g. wool, merino, thermals, fleece, soft shell)

• Rain Gear: Waterproof raincoat

• Winter:

• Water: 1 - 1.5 litres

• Personal Medications: (e.g. asthma inhaler, blister protection)

• Sun Protection: Sunscreen, sunglasses

• Backpack: One per person

• Footwear: Hiking boots

• Clothing: Thermal long pants or walking trousers with over-trousers

• Warm Layers: 3 warm top layers (e.g. wool, merino, thermals, fleece, soft shell)

• Rain Gear: Waterproof raincoat

• Cold Weather Gear: 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, thermal longs, fleece longs, waterproof pants, thermal tops, fleece tops, waterproof tops, socks, gloves, warm hats, sun hats and sunglasses, Day backpacks, Walking poles $5 each

Additional Information

Fitness Requirements A low 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 3.5 hours including stops and a stop at Soda Springs. The walk is 10 – 12 kms and our walking pace is about 3 kms per hour which is easily achievable for just about everyone. The gradients on this walk are easy and there are no steep inclines or declines. This walk is suitable for children however for children 0 – 12 years please call Adrift Tongariro for approval. No alpine experience is required.

Terms And Conditions

• This walk requires a low level of fitness. If you're unsure about your fitness level, please let your guide know before starting the walk, and we can discuss options.
• Walking time: 3.5 hours, including stops (e.g. at Soda Springs).
• Distance: 10 - 12 km.
• Pace: About 3 km per hour—easy for most people.
• Terrain: Easy gradients, with no steep inclines or declines.
• No alpine experience is needed.
• Suitable for children, but for kids aged 0-12, please contact Adrift Tongariro for approval.

Cancellation Policy

• Refundable if Adrift cancels due to poor weather forecasts.
• Refundable if clients cancels 14 days prior to trip date.

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
• Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
• Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
• For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
• We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements