Ruapehu Activities

Immerse yourself and journey further into a Forgotten World. Enjoy the breathtaking landscape of the Whanganui River area with Forgotten World Jet’s unforgettable jet boat tours.

A timeless western experience where the Old West lives on. Dust off your cowboy hat, pull on your jeans and cowboy boots and strap on some gun leather to experience the Old West with us at Mellonsfolly Ranch.

We are the only canoe hire operators on the Whanganui River that own a Holiday Park so be assured that you will have a comfortable night’s sleep in our range of accommodation options the night before your trip.

Ruapehu Adventure Rides offers quided quad bike,and side by side tours over farm land, native bush, natural stream also over looking the famous Raurimu Spiral and Tongariro National Park, 1/2 hour, 1 hour, 2 hours, 1/2 day and full day trips.

The Tongariro Alpine Crossing Freedom Trek will take you from alpine meadow to mountain summit with stunning volcanic features along the way, let adventure lodge take care of you with their Tongariro Freedom Package, accommodation, transfer and meals

Guided walks in the Tongariro National Park, be guided by the best with Adrift Tongariro Guiding year round.

Explore NZ's largest volcano, Mt Ruapehu. Take in breathtaking views of a dual World Heritage site from a scenic chairlift ride. Discover stunning vistas & waterfalls with a variety of short walks.

We offer one to five day fully guided and catered canoe tours exploring the wilderness and scenery of the Whanganui River and National Park. Canoe and Kayak rental also available.

The magical waters of the Tongariro River provide one of nature's finest, fun-filled roller coaster rides.

Being New Zealand’s Best, Most Awarded Rafting company is no fluke. Rafting New Zealand don’t just raft rivers, we create adventures – memorable adventures for all ages and experience levels.

Happy Valley is New Zealand’s best beginner ski, snowboard and snow play facility, located at Whakapapa, Mt Ruapehu.

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!