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Lord of the Rings Experiences in Ruapehu

   

Helistar Helicopters
Helicopter scenic flights over Huka Falls, Lake Taupo, Wairakei Geothermal Field and the active, snowy volcanoes of Tongariro National Park including Lord of the Ring’s Mordor.

 
 

Wanganui Aero Work Ltd
Helicopter tours over New Zealand's volcanic plateau, the scene of many Lord of the Rings film locations.

 
 
 

Things to See and Do in Ruapehu

 

Accommodation

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Holiday Parks (3)
Hotel (3)
Self Contained & Serviced (13)

Activities

Air Activities (2)
Arts, Culture and Heritage (1)
Booking & Information Services (2)
Land Activities (14)
Water Activities (10)

 
 

Scenic Highlights

Bridge to Nowhere
Stumble across a bizarre bridge in the middle of lush native forest. What's it doing here? Where does it lead?

The 42 Traverse
If you're reasonably fit and enjoy mountain biking, you'll love this all-day ride through mountain wilderness.

Lake Rotoaira and Lake Otamangakau
Pause at these lakes to cast for trout, kayak for fun or capture images of distant volcanic mountains.

Round the Mountain Track
Walk around a volcanic mountain and immerse yourself for days in the strong, silent beauty of this World Heritage area.

Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Lava flows, an active crater, steam vents, emerald-coloured lakes and magnificent views combine to make this an unforgettable walking journey.

Tongariro National Park
Explore the volcanoes, lakes, rivers, alpine meadows and forests of New Zealand's first national park.

Tongariro Northern Circuit
If you're fascinated by volcanoes, both dormant and active, make this multi-day walk your next great hiking challenge.

Whanganui Journey
When is a walk not a walk? When it's a river journey. Paddle for three to five days down the mysterious Whanganui River.

 
 

Whakapapa, Mt. Ruapehu - click for more.
Mountain Biker on Mountain Path - click for more.

 

Driving Routes

 
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Featured Driving Routes

New Plymouth - National Park - Rotorua (4 Days)
Start New Plymouth / Finish Rotorua
This route drives you from New Plymouth to Wanganui, then on to the geothermal excitement of the volcanic plateau.
Includes: New Plymouth, Wanganui, National Park, Turangi, Taupo and Rotorua.


 

 

Travel Deals


Fly with the Airline to Middle-earth

From the link below, check out the following Travel Deals and details about this offer.

Holidays to Middle-earth
The movie is fictional. The location isn't. Now is the perfect time to plan your journey to Middle-earth. With Air New Zealand's special air-fare offers, you can explore the New Zealand locations that became Middle-earth in The Lord of the Rings trilogy...

 
 

Feature Presentations

 

Discover New Zealand, Home of Middle-earth
Here's your opportunity to take a closer look at the country behind The Lord of the Rings film trilogy.

 
 
Click to launch New Zealand Home of Middle-earth, 2002
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Experience Middle-earth
Experience Middle-earth in this behind the scenes feature packed with stunning photographs and interviews with the cast and crew who helped to bring Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings to life.

 
 
Click to launch New Zealand Home of Middle-earth, 2001
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