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Taupo has so many spectacular places to see and activities to try that sometimes its easiest to let an expert take care of your itinerary. 

Whether you’re a keen golfer, skier or snowboarder, nature-lover, or traveling group keen to sit back and enjoy the ride together, a tour by bus, private luxury car, or on a bike can help you take in all the highlights of the region with minimum hassle.

Tongariro Alpine Crossing

Rated as the best one-day hike in New Zealand. Hike across a volcanic alpine landscape of dramatic contrasts – steaming vents, glacial valleys, ancient lava flows, alpine vegetation, and vivid crater lakes, all with stunning views.

The best way to get to the start of the track is by shuttle. You can arrange transport through the list of operators below.

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  • Airport shuttles

    My Waka Your Waka

    We provide transportation in and around Tūrangi and the Central Plateau in a way that is as unique as you are. Our schedule is flexible, and we will gladly work in with your time frame whenever possible. My Waka Your Waka- wherever you need to go.

    $10 - $900
  • Bus & coach transport

    Tongariro Expeditions - Ketetahi to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing

    Enjoy hassle-free transport from the Tongariro Crossing Park & Ride near Ketetahi to Mangatepopo, the start of the track. This reliable shuttle service is operated by family-owned Tongariro Expeditions, who have been running since 1998.

    $65 Book now
  • Breweries

    Crafty Trout Brewery

    Explore and discover craft beer and cider using alpine volcanic water. Tours of the first fully automated brewing system in the world. A perfect indoor activity away from the weather.

    $40
  • Custom transfers

    Limousine Hire

    Turn heads and celebrate in style. Whatever you are planning, we can help make it a day you’ll never forget with our sleek white stretched Ford Futura limousine. Central North Island (Taupō) area.

    $250 - $750
  • Bus & coach transport

    Backyard Tours

    Backyard Tours transport services customers from Turangi to hiking the Tongariro Alpine Crossing return. Door to door pickups and drops. Cultural insights, safety briefings, & sharing of local stories along your travels making memorable connections.

    $80
  • Custom transfers

    Trail Sharing: Great Lake Trail Vehicle Exchange

    A platform that allows you organise your own transport to many of the typically difficult to access one-way trails in New Zealand. Avoid booking shuttles or car relocations, instead connect with other trail users and help each other.

  • Bus & coach transport

    Tūrangi

    The only all day, secure car park for the Tongariro Crossing. When you park your car at the Ketetahi Car Park, your booking includes a shuttle to the start of the Crossing at Mangatepopo. Simply walk back to you car after you complete the crossing.

    $65 Book now
  • Cycling & Mountain Biking

    Huka River Trail Guided Geothermal E-bike Tour

    Enjoy a scenic e-bike tour and learn about our breathtaking Huka Falls, the mighty crystal clear Waikato River, Aratiatia Dam & Rapids. Finish with a ride past an incredible geothermal stream in Wairakei. (previous MTB experience is good).

    $299 - $399 Book now
  • Mountain biking

    FourB - Great Lake Trails 2-Day All Inclusive Package

    Part of the Super volcanic trail Network. Two nights B&B accommodation, meals and transport to mountain bike the Great Lake Trails over 2 days including the boat transfer from Waihaha on the first day and the K2K/W2K sections on the second day.

    $659 Book now
  • Rental cars

    RaD Car Hire Taupo

    RaD Car Hire Taupo is conveniently located at 7 Nukuhau Street. We are only 500 metres from the bus depot and just a stone's throw away from Taupo Airport, we can meet you at either of those locations. After-hours collection by arrangement.

    $45 - $149.99 Book now
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