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Tongariro National Park, North Island, New Zealand

Tongariro National Park is a World Heritage Park recognising the significance of the history of Maori Culture and the spiritual association of the area. As well as magnificent volcanic features.

Also while you are here take a look at Mount Ngauruhoe which was where the filming for Mount Doom on The Lord Of The Rings was filmed. In summer is has many recreational uses including tramping,fishing biking and kayaking.

It is also popular in Winter with skifields at Whakapapa and Mount Ruapehu covering all levels of peoples skills on the skifields from learner to advanced.

Distances Driving: (Approx)
Auckland 4 hours
Hamilton 2 hours 30 mins
Gisborne 6 hours 8 mins
Napier 3 hours 23 mins
Rotorua 2 hours
Taupo 1 hour 49
Wellington 4 hours

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Bayview Chateau - Hotel - All welcome

Whakapapa Village

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Since early last century, The Chateau Tongariro has occupied a special place in the hearts and minds of visitors from across the globe who have stayed at this historic and elegant hotel. The Chateau sits nestled in the shadow of three towering active volcanoes, and at the very foot of the majestic and sacred Mount Ruapehu. The 800 square kilometre Tongariro National Park provides a stunning natural playground bursting with diverse landscapes for visitors to the Chateau to discover. With arid badlands, crater and alpine lakes, sparkling rivers, breath-taking lunar landscapes, lush rainforest and alpine meadows to be explored, staying at the Chateau Tongariro is an all-seasons, utterly unique experience not to be missed. More information.

Locales: Mountain

Nearby attractions
Mt. Ruapehu skifields, Waitomo Caves, World Heritage National Park, Ruapehu, Ngauruhoe and Tongariro volcanos

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Wood Pigeon Lodge - - All welcome

Top Mill Road, Raurimu
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Wood Pigeon Lodge is very secluded and offers the rustic charm of a converted barn on four levels. Sleeps up to 11, but 8 are more comfortable over four bedrooms.
There are fantastic mountain and bush views from the large property, making it a perfect base summer or winter
Located midway between Auckland and Wellington, near to the World Heritage National Park, on 20 acres, this accommodation is worth the train trip or drive to get there.
It is just 15 minutes from the Mt. Ruapehu skifields, the largest in the Southern Hemisphere, and within short driving range of Taupo and the Waitomo Caves. More information.

Locales: Mountain

Hosted by: Tim and Ewan

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Skotel Alpine Resort - Backpackers / Hostel, Hotel - All welcome

Whakapapa Village

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Enjoy the clear waters of the Tongariro National Park from your base at the Skotel Alpine Resort, the highest hotel in New Zealand. Indulge yourself at a true alpine retreat nestled in the tussock on the edge of the Whakapapa Village in the heart of the Tongariro National Park. Skotel’s wood décor will allow you to appreciate the natural wonder of the Tongariro National Park. After an exciting day of skiing, tramping, mountain biking, or exploring, come back to the Skotel and relax in the sauna and spa pool, unwind at the Terrace Bar by the fire, or enjoy dinner at the Terrace Restaurant. More information.

Locales: Mountain