Discover experiences in Ruapehu

Step back into the timeless elegance of the 1930’s with High Tea at the grand Chateau Tongariro Hotel. Indulge in petite cakes and savouries while admiring breath taking views of Tongariro National Park. The Tawhai Falls is just a short walk from the Chataeau. 

Cycle, hike or take a jet boat along the Whanganui River to the mysterious Bridge to Nowhere in the Whanganui National Park. Learn the story of the bridge with no road either side, sitting in the middle of lush native rainforest.

The Forgotten World Highway winds through the heart of rural New Zealand, through tunnels, over bridges and past townships that time forgot. Explore via self-driven RailBike along a part of the decommissioned rail line itself – choose one of three locations, or travel the entire 142 kilometres.

Hike up, or take the scenic chairlift to New Zealand's highest café at Whakapapa’s Knoll Ridge Café and enjoy a meal while taking in views over Mt Ruapehu and the Tongariro National Park.

Venture deep into Pureora Forest Park on a trail featuring ancient forest, native birdlife, graceful suspension bridges and intriguing timber industry relics. Explore the depths of New Zealand's wilderness areas and hear stories about how this special place has changed over the ages.

From day kayak trips and jet boat tours, through to the full 5-day journey, combine history, abundant wildlife and untouched forest scenery as you travel along the historic Whanganui, the longest navigable waterway in New Zealand. This is a remote river adventure deep into the heart of Whanganui National Park, one of the most wildly beautiful landscapes in the country. 

Pedal through time along this historic thoroughfare of yesteryear. The Ohakune Old Coach Road is suitable for most fitness levels and is part of the Mountains to Sea Cycle Trail that starts on the slopes of live volcano Mount Ruapehu, and winds from the central North Island west to the Tasman Sea in Whanganui.

Known as the greatest day walk in New Zealand, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing traverses an otherworldly, ever-changing volcanic landscape. Embark on a guided tour with Adrift Outdoors and soak up stories of the history, flora and fauna of this world-famous track en route.