Ruapehu Activities

Come and explore Our Greater Outdoors and various Ruapehu activities. Whether it’s adrenaline you’re after or relaxing with a good coffee enjoying the scenery, Ruapehu boasts easily accessible, diverse activities to suit all.

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Tūkino Ski Field

Ski where the sun shines first

From $50 Skiing, Snowboarding
National Army Museum Te Mata Toa

Our people, our history, our legacy. Learn about the heroes, stories of honour, courage and sacrifice. Take a break at the National Army Museum, unwind and discover New Zealand's history.

From $15 Museums, Heritage attractions, Waiouru
RAG2E - Rides And Guides 2 Enthral

RAG²E is offering a service of guided mountain bike trips and tours on trails existing around Mt Ruapehu in the Tongariro and Whanganui National Parks.

From $75 Cycling & Mountain Biking, Heritage attractions, Mountain biking, National Park
Blue Duck Station

Located in the Ruapehu District on the banks of the Whanganui and Retaruke Rivers, and surrounded by Whanganui National Park, Blue Duck Station is an outdoor enthusiast’s playground.

From $39 Horse treks, Hunting, Jet boating, Kayaking, Walking & hiking, Owhango
Regent Theatre Cinema

Taumarunui's art deco cinema, situated in the Ruapehu district.

Taumarunui
Tongariro Alpine Crossing - Guided Tours Winter

Join us on The Tongariro Alpine Crossing this winter. We will guide you along the 19km of alpine terrain, teaching you basic mountaineering and telling you the rich stories of our areas rumbling past. Approx 8hrs hike.

From $225 Walking & hiking, Volcanic/Geothermal, National Park
Taumarunui Golf Club

Rated one of New Zealand’s Top 50 Golf Courses it is little wonder Taumarunui’s Tarrangower Golf Course is on the must-do list of keen golfers. Playable year round this well groomed picturesque course offers a relaxing yet testing golf experience.

From $20 Golf, Sports, Taumarunui
Timber Trail Shuttle & Bike Hire

Immerse yourself in the spectacular scenery of the Timber Trail as your ride through the ancient Pureora Forest. This is a must-do for any rider who wants to explore 85km of grade 2/3 trails ridden over one or two days.

From $50 Mountain biking, Attractions, Bird watching, Walking & hiking, Taumarunui
Kakahi Glow Worms

A visit to the Kakahi glowworms is a great way to finish off your day – take a drive down there after dark and marvel at this free attraction put on by NZ’s amazing wildlife!

Taumarunui
The Alpine Centre

Our Alpine Rental and Ski Shop is the place to go for all the gear you need on our mountains, whether you're skiing, snowboarding, hiking or just exploring. Rental and sales of skis, snowboards, hiking gear, E-Bikes, shuttle bookings & day parking.

Skiing, Skiing, Snowboarding, Snowboarding, Walking & hiking, Walking & hiking, Cycling & Mountain Biking, Cycling & Mountain Biking, Volcanic/Geothermal, Volcanic/Geothermal, National Park
Tongariro Alpine Crossing, Ketetahi one way transfer.

One way shuttle to the world famous Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Depart from the end of the hike & catch a shuttle to the start. Locally owned and operated family business with the convenience of cultural insights & genuine local hospitality & drivers.

From $35 Heritage attractions, Land Activities, Volcanic/Geothermal, Walking & hiking, National Park
Adventure Outdoors Tongariro NZ

Tongariro Alpine Crossing - Guided Walks - Winter / Summer & Sunrise Small Groups / Door to Door Transport / Equipment & Gear all Provided Relaxed pace / Professional / Knowledgeable guides. Tongariro Crossing in Winter - Our Specialty

From $185 Walking & hiking, Volcanic/Geothermal, National Park