Tongariro Alpine Crossing

“Whaaaattt, another hike - again?! Simon, what’s wrong with you, you crazy lad!?”
Yep, I did it again, and you should too if you’re in New Zealand - what a wonderful hike! The track is 20.2 km long (taking about 7 - 8 hours) and is only possible in good weather conditions. Here is your reminder to take enough food, water, and good vibes with you!

Shuttle services are available from the Ketetahi Carpark (finish) to the starting point at Mangatepōpō - the shuttle must be booked in advance. We took off and passed the Devil’s Staircase, the Emerald Lakes, and some beautiful sites with scenic panoramas.

The walk was manageable but still draining on the stamina. They do exaggerate the difficulty of the trek, but I understand why - a lot of people underestimate it, which becomes a major problem if they end up needing rescue.

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