Tongariro National Park

Have you ever experienced summer mountain climbing in the sky high peaks? No! Not yet! Try it once at the Tongariro National Park. An extremely exquisite location situated in the North Island of New Zealand, gives its visitors an excellent opportunity to explore the beauty of the nature. A day in Tongariro national park will surely be an amazing experience!

The most interesting and exploratory part of the park are its three volcanoes- Tongariro (1968 m), Ngauruhoe (2291 m) and Ruapehu (2797 m). Full of abundance and surprises, this heritage park has everything.

Tongariro National Park was established in 1887. Later in 1991, the park was pronounced as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It is located right in the heart of the North Island. Thousand sightseers both natives and tourists alike visit the park all round the year.

In the summer Tongariro has everything what it takes be called the ultimate recreational zone. From Hiking, Biking and Kayaking, Food, Lodging too is not a problem.

Another interesting fact about this National Park is it is apparently The First National Park Of The World to be gifted by the natives of the country.

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Wild Life: North Island Brown Kiwi, Kaka, Blue Duck, North Island Fernbird, Double-Banded Plover, Karearea, Tui, New Zealand Bellbird, Southern Boobook, Grey Warbler, Fantail, Silvereye, Short-Tailed Bat, Long-Tailed Bat, Moth, Weta, Black Rat, Stoat, Cat, Rabbit, Hare, Possum and Red Deer
Best Time to Visit: From November to May. However, Skiing on Mount Ruapehu usually begins from June and lasts till October.

Tongariro National Park - Recreational Activities

Nearby Towns: Ohakune, Waiouru, Horopito, Pokaka, Erua, National Park Village, Whakapapa skifield and Turangi.

Nearest Airport to Tongariro National Park: Waiouru

Nearest Railway Station to Tongariro National Park: National Park