Explore Tongariro Alpine Crossing: 4.5 Hour Hike with Rainbow R Tours

The adventure begins as soon as we have a group of 5 eager hikers, with the convenience of door-to-door pick-up and drop-off. We’ll take care of getting you to the starting point and picking you up at the finish line 🏁. All you need to do is relax in the car and prepare for an incredible hiking experience when you arrive‼️

⚠️ This service helps you avoid the fatigue of long-distance driving, the hassle of finding and paying for parking ⛔️ in the park, and the costs associated with booking shuttle buses or renting a car. It also saves you from additional hotel expenses.

⚠️ Along the way, we can also pick up and drop off hikers in Hamilton, Rotorua, and Taupo‼️

No high-altitude experience is required, but it’s important to consider your physical health and choose the most suitable hiking route before setting out. The Tongariro Alpine Crossing, while not requiring high-altitude experience, still demands a thoughtful assessment of your fitness level.

For summer hikes: Please bring 1-2 liters of water, any necessary medication, a sun hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, a comfortable backpack, sturdy hiking boots or shoes, hiking pants, 1 light top, and 2 warm tops (thermal, fleece, softshell, etc.), a waterproof raincoat, and a basic first-aid kit.

Essential items:
* Warm clothing
* Sunglasses
* Sun hat or warm hat
* Nourishing snacks (nuts or chocolate)
* Sturdy hiking shoes
* Sunscreen
* Rain gear
* A packed lunch
* Insect repellent
* Trekking poles
* Windproof jacket
* Comfortable backpack
* Hiking pants
* Personal medication
* Quick-dry base layer