Taupō Return Shuttle

4.5
(25 reviews)
Taupo, New Zealand

10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered

Transport for the Tongariro Alpine Crossing is essential. If you are staying in Taupō and you do not have a vehicle this is the only option that takes you to and from the Tongariro Alpine Crossing from Taupō.
If you have a vehicle and you would like to drive yourself please look at our Ketetahi Park And Rride. Another great option for fast and slow hikers.

What's Included

Map and information sheet

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

It is important to be waiting outside and visible 10 mins before pick up time

If you are staying at another location, please email us as we may be able to pick you up from there.

Drop-off point
Tongariro Alpine Crossing

We drop off at Mangatepopo car park in the morning and pick up from Ketetahi car park in the afternoon after the hike.

What to expect

This Tongariro Crossing shuttle service picks you up from central Taupō at 5:15am. We will pick you up either from your Taupō accommodation, or from the Taupō iSite.
We will get you to Mangatepopo by 7.00am, allow for up to 8 hours to complete the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, and depart back to Taupō by 3.00pm. However, if everyone has finished the track and checked in early, the shuttle back to Taupō will leave early too. Please note that you must be off the track before 3pm - if you are worried about not making it back in time you may like to consider doing our one-way Tongariro Park & Ride option.
We then get you back to Taupō by 4:30pm so you can have a relaxing afternoon, watching the sunset over the mountain you just climbed.

Additional info

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Tongariro Expeditions

Tags

Bus Services
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate

Cancellation Policy

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

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