Tongariro Crossing Round trip transfer from Turangi

4.9 (76 reviews) 45 min – one hour Free cancellation Private tour

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76 reviews

4.9

Backyard Tours 2023 shuttles — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Tongariro Alpine Crossing — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Welcome to the heart of Tongariro National Park amongst our taonga treasured Volcanic Maunga Mountains Pihanga, Tongariro, Ngauruhoe, and Ruapehu like nowhere else in the World. On Journey enjoy our learnings about Manaakitanga – caring & safety of visitors and Kaitiakitanga – guardianship to preserving life.

Locals of Maōri descent born and raised in Turangi Tongariro providing a niche transport service to Aotearoa New Zealand’s known best one day adventure hike to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing with award winning experienced local transport services.

Highly recommended from Visitor’s. Ensured safety and experience from our destination Turangi Taupō, World famously known for trout fishing, hiking, river rafting, geothermal hot pools, stays and a quint friendly environment. Shuttles & transfers are hiking self-guided and naturally has our Maōri blessings, FREE safety photography, FREE use of walking poles, and a FREE cold drink at the END. UNESCO Transport Operator Approved.

Bus Services Private Drivers Excellent Quality Short term availability Weather Dependent - High

At a glance

Duration: 45 min – one hour
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: English
Operated by: Backyard Tours

Ages: Adults (13–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Naturally our local ‘Maōri blessings’ and acknowledgements
Included: Local friendly commentary
Included: Free celebratory cold drink at the end
Included: Free usage of walking poles
Included: Transport transfer round trip from Turangi
Included: Free photography available from the social media pages

Not included

Not included: Hiking guide
Not included: Meals and drinks
Not included: Boots or Clothing

Itinerary

Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Backyard Tours

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Turangi round trip.

To be ready waiting outside road front for onboarding at 5.20am to depart Turangi on time of 5.30am to avoid any delays.

Afternoon return time 2.30pm.

*Late fee applicable.

Suggest our one way transfer of convenience if require to do at ones own pace.

End point

Turangi round trip.

To be ready waiting outside road front for onboarding at 5.20am to depart Turangi on time of 5.30am to avoid any delays.

Afternoon return time 2.30pm.

*Late fee applicable.

Suggest our one way transfer of convenience if require to do at ones own pace.
Tongariro Crossing trail starts at Mangatepopo Road and Finishes at Tongariro Crossing trail end at Ketetahi Platform, to round trip transfer to your Turangi point of pick up.

Pickup points

Judges Pool Motel
Creel Lodge Motel
Tongariro River Retreat
Turangi Bridge Motel
Tongariro Junction Accommodation
Tongariro River Motel
Parklands Motor Lodge
Riverstone Backpackers
Tongariro Lodge
Turangi Leisure Lodge

Please ready waiting outside road front at least 15-10 minutes before your depart time.

Please inform us where your Turangi hotel / accommodation. Inform us at least 24 hours prior to your confirmed booking. Must be waiting out front roadside as you may not be alone, as others will also be on route.

Using your ticket

After you have booked if you have any special requests you can let us know via phone text message +64223142656 or email [email protected] Please contact us for weather updates for transport operations the day before time of departure.

Please be ready at least 15-10 minutes before your departure time and be waiting out front road side to avoid further travel delays.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
If you have any medical concerns please seek advice from a legal Practitioner before attempting any ‘outdoor’ activities. Participation is at your own risk and therefore no further liability will be made towards the transport operator.