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Couple at Waitonga Falls Tongariro National Park - Visit Ruapehu.jpg Can You Visit Ruapehu Without Skiing? (Absolutely!)

Can You Visit Ruapehu Without Skiing? (Absolutely!)

You don’t need skis, or any experience—to enjoy Ruapehu. From snow play and sightseeing to cafés,...

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Girl doing a bush walk looking up at the rain - Visit Ruapehu.jpg Recharging Through Nature: Wellness the Ruapehu Way

Recharging Through Nature: Wellness the Ruapehu Way

Wellness in Ruapehu begins the moment you step into the wide‑open landscapes—where alpine air fee...

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All tracks in the Tongariro National Park are open except for the Mangatepopo Track.

Access to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing via Mangatepopo Road is open to all vehicles, though booking a shuttle is recommended.

Tongariro Alpine Crossing bookings are now open via the DOC website.

Please hike with care.

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