Tongariro Alpine Crossing One-Way Ketetahi Only Private Carpark | La Vacanza Travel

Tongariro Alpine Crossing One-Way Ketetahi Only Private Carpark

Duration: 35 minutes
Destination: New Zealand, Waikato, Tongariro National Park
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  • 35 minutes
  • Tongariro National Park
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

National Park Shuttles is the only Tangata Whenua (local people) operator from the National Park Village, offering a fantastic transport journey departing from the ONLY all-day secure carpark with a one-way transport shuttle service to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.

We transfer you from the private car park to the beginning of the trek (Mangatepopo). You can hike as fast or as slowly as you like.
We give the same advice and safety brief, as we do with our returning shuttles. We do account for you if you have not returned to your vehicle.
No waiting hours for a shuttle at the finish if you're fast. No running for your shuttle if you're slow. At the end of the trek, you will arrive at the 4-hour Ketetahi car park. You will walk another 900 meters from there, back to where your car is parked.

Rest assured that no one is ever left behind!

What Can You Expect?

Please meet us at The only one-way PRIVATE car park across from the Ketetahi Track entrance.

Pick-up is in the ONLY secure off-road car park located opposite the end of the hike at Ketetahi on Highway 46. Please tell us your pick-up time, 7 am, or 8 am. You must arrive at least 15 minutes early, so you don't miss the shuttle. Times are subject to change due to availability.

If travelling from Taupo Turangi make sure to take HWY 1 and turn onto HWY46 (National Park). It will take 20 minutes approximately to get to the car park. The actual sign is on the left side of the road and says 'TONGARIRO SHUTTLE CAR PARK'.

If travelling from National Park Village take HWY 47, travel that road for approximately 25 to 30 minutes then turn right onto HWY 46 (Rangipo). It will take 10 minutes approximately to get to the car park from there. It's 400 meters from the Ketetahi track entrance (don't go down that road).

The car park staff will be inside the car park to check you in. Show your confirmation.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • Safety debriefing
  • Car Park Security staff on site
  • Hassel FREE all-day park
  • Informative friendly with Cultural Insite on arrival

Exclusions

    Additional Info

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
    • For all ages 8+
    • We do not transport children under the age of 8
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 37 travelers
    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

    Departure Point

    Departure Point

    Pickup Details

    The only private car park. This is NOT PARKING ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD of HWY46. If travelling from Taupo Turangi make sure to take HWY 1 and turn onto HWY46 (National Park). It will take 20 minutes approximately to get to the car park. The actual sign is on the left side of the road and says 'TONGARIRO SHUTTLE CAR PARK'. If travelling from National Park Village take HWY 47, travel that road for approximately 25 to 30 minutes then turn right onto HWY 46 (Rangipo). It will take 10 minutes approximately to get to the car park from there. It's 400 meters from the Ketetahi track entrance (don't go down that road). Must be at the car park no later than 15 minutes prior to departure time. The staff will be at the car park to check you in. Show your confirmation.

    Other

    Tongariro Crossing Car Park, 1310 Lake Rotoaira Road, Otukou 3382, New Zealand - Tongariro Crossing Mountain Shuttle, Lake Rotoaira Road, Otukou 3989, New Zealand


    Return Details

    Tongariro Alpine Crossing - Mangatepopo Car Park, Mangatepopo Road, Manawatū-Whanganui 4691, New Zealand

    Duration & Voucher Info

    Voucher info

    You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

    Duration

    35 minutes

    Cancellation Policy

    User's Reviews

    Experience397502

    11 Apr, 2024

    Good instructions for arrival. Efficient and very friendly service. Loved receiving a Mauri blessing before starting the hike. Car park felt secure with friendly staff at start and end points . A wonderful experience in a spiritual place

    markknights94

    03 Apr, 2024

    Excellent service, simple to use from booking all the way to the drop off point. The coach was comfortable, the driver gave a quick brief on rules for the national park and was very welcoming

    MarieFs_6

    01 Apr, 2024

    Our party of seven used this service for our Tongariro Alpine Cross on Sun 31 March - Easter Sunday. There was a large number of people doing the Crossing that day and people were being moved very efficiently between carparks. The emails and information were great. Very friendly people - definitely recommended!

    Voyager60594741965

    24 Feb, 2024

    The shuttle was easy tp book, well organised and friendly. Weather prediction.from.our driver spot on, the advice and info about the Crossing was too, thanks so much

    Leah_T1485

    21 Feb, 2024

    Absolutely breathtaking views and a great hike. Great communication and service from Thomas at National Park Shuttles. One thing to note is whilst the confirmation email says don’t follow the GPS to Ketetahi carpark, if you don’t know the area and come in from Turangi way it is quite confusing and many cars turn into this carpark. Nothing a signpost at the Ketetahi carpark turn off wouldn’t fix, if allowed.

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