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Ruapehu: an alpine adventure playground
The broad area around Tongariro National Park must have been a majestic place when Māori enjoyed undisturbed possession.
The road to Mount Ruapehu. © Fraser Clements
Tongariro Holiday Park Visit website
Tongariro Holiday Park is the most convenient and closest accommodation to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Different transport options available. Just 15 minutes drive to the . . . More . . .
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Tongariro Alpine Crossing
The Tongariro Alpine Crossing offers an insight into just why the park is rated an international treasure and listed as an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Read the story . . .
Ohakune Court Motel Visit website
With beautiful views of Mt Ruapehu from most rooms, we offer free wifi and all our units are clean warm and quiet with flat screen . . . More . . .
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New Zealand on film: more than hobbits and snowy mountainscapes
Movies have put New Zealand on the map. But there's much more to New Zealand film than The Lord of the Rings... Read the story . . .
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$140
Creel Lodge Motel & Retreat Visit website
Quiet, affordable relaxing retreat on the river. Trout fishing at its best. Rafting, snow skiing, Tongariro Crossing, kayaking, canoeing, biking, walking and tramping. . . . More . . .
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Tongariro National Park: volcanoes of the south wind
Tongariro is New Zealand’s oldest national park with excellent skiing on Mount Ruapehu in the winter season and some of the most epic mountain-hiking trails in the world. Read the story . . .
Ohakune TOP 10 Holiday Park Visit website
It's time to pause and play! Ohakune is a perfect base from which to discover the Central North Island, Mt Ruapehu, Mt Ngauruhoe and Mt Tongariro. . . . More . . .
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Tongariro Northern Circuit: alpine heartland
The Tongariro Northern Circuit explores a landscape of stark glacial contrasts and alpine views, with craters, explosion pits and lava flows aplenty. Read the story . . .
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Things to doOssies Motels & Chalets Visit website
Situated in a quiet street with amazing views of Mount Ruapehu, Ossies Chalets and Apartments are designed with the skiing family in mind. . . . More . . .
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Thermal Explorer Highway: Auckland to Napier
How about an epic roadie straight down the North Island to the land where the languid meandering of the mighty Waikato gives way to the hiss of steam in roistering Rotorua? Read the story . . .
Pukenui Lodge Visit website
Pukenui Lodge is located right in the heart of the National Park Village and has one of the best views of Ruapehu and the Whakapapa . . . More . . .
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A road less travelled: on the trail of a hot lamb sandwich
Travelling from Auckland to Wellington via Taumarunui, Napier, Gisborne and Tauranga in search of an old-fashioned Kiwi treat. Read the story . . .
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$85
Twin Rivers Motel Visit website
If you're looking for a perfect home base for exploring all the treasures in the Snowy region then we have the perfect place for you... . . . More . . .
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$85
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Ruapehu, Ngāuruhoe and Tongariro: live the high life this winter
The drive around Ruapehu, Tongariro and Ngāuruhoe is spectacular in winter, but those who content themselves solely with the view from the window are missing out. Read the story . . .
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$98
Waiouru Welcome Inn Visit website
Enjoy our comfortable heated and double-glazed motel units. 8 self-contained units and 3 standard units. Located near State Highway 1, close to cafés, hotel, garage/service . . . More . . .
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Climbing: facing your fear
Climbing is the unique blend of physical and mental exertion that leads both to a feeling of accomplishment and a sense of calm. All in some of the most breathtaking landscapes in New Zealand. Read the story . . .
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