Events

Join us for a delightful lunch between 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM or dinner between 5:30 PM and 9:00 PM. Indulge yourself this Christmas and make it an unforgettable one. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and dairy free options are available on request, please do advise us when you make your booking.

Welcome in 2022 at our swinging New Year’s Eve Celebration. Be wined, dined, and dance the night away to your favourite hits with our DJ John McGough before pausing to count down the last few seconds on 2021 at midnight.

The Mahi Aroha Summer Programme offers a range of events within the Central Plateau and Tongariro districts from January 1-31. The programme is hosted by the Department of Conservation alongside local community group Project Tongariro.

Fly a kite beneath the peaks of Mt Tongariro and Mt Mt Ngāuruhoe! Gold coin donation to make a paper kite or $10 for a larger, sturdier and colourful pre-assembled kite.

Discover the volcanic history of Mt Ruapehu on this off track hike down the lahar path.

Have you experienced Tūroa in the summer? Now is your chance. You will see a completely different perspective – and we will tell you some stories on the way.

Hillary Outdoors staff will guide you through an underground stream, wade through water and discover glow worms, lime stone and more!

Join Owhango Alive for an educational evening about bats and other local wildlife.

At this event you will head down to Blue Duck Station and learn about how they are conserving, endangered wildlife and preserving the history of the area.

Come and explore the Te Porere Redoubt with a local Ngati Hikairo representative.

The Goat is an exhilarating adventure run from Whakapapa to Tūroa Ski Fields on the Round the Mountain track. The Goat Tongariro sells out every year so don’t be a silly Goat, and make sure you get your entry early to secure your spot.

Join Project Tongariro volunteers as they walk around Lake Rotoponamu checking rodent traps and wētā hotels!

Take a hike on New Zealand's largest active volcano and help pick up rubbish that didn't quite make it to the bin! Afterwards enjoy a complimentary ride on the Sky Waka gondola.

For the first time, Ring of Fire will combine the much loved Tussock Traverse event offerings of 6km, 12km, 21km, and 32km as part of a super day in the Tongariro National Park.

One of New Zealand’s most iconic events, the award-winning T42 takes you into the crisp alpine air and pristine environs of the Tongariro National Park. Find your perfect escape in this off-road adventure.