Whakapapa Walking Tracks Shuttle

Explore & Discover Whakapapa’s Diverse Hiking Paradise!

Trip Details

Whakapapa Village

Whakapapa Village offers a wide range of attractions and activities. Serving as the primary access point to Tongariro National Park and the gateway to Mt Ruapehu the village enables visitors to experience various hiking trails and explore the Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre, in addition to sightseeing and skiing opportunities on Mt Ruapehu.

The Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre provides comprehensive information about the local area and its activities including details on hiking tracks, current weather conditions and ski field updates. The Visitor Centre features an impressive 3D model of the National Park alongside exhibits addressing the region’s volcanoes, Māori mythology and native flora and fauna. Educational films are available that recount the original gifting of the National Park and highlight its distinctive volcanic heritage. Visitors can also purchase hut tickets for the Northern Circuit as well as topographical maps and informational brochures at the centre.

Whakapapa Village Walking Tracks

In and around Whakapapa Village there is a range of short walking tracks from 20 mins, to longer tracks up to 6 hours.

Short Walks

Whakapapa Nature Walk – 15 min loop track.

Longer Walks
Ridge Track – 30-40 min return.
Taranaki Falls – 2 hrs return.
Whakapapanui Track – 2 hrs return.
Silica Rapids – 2.5 hrs return.
Tama Lakes – 5-6 hrs return.

Advanced Track
Whakapapaiti Valley – 4-5 hrs return.

National Park Shuttles

There are so many options for a full day or a half day in the Tongariro National Park. Whakapapa Ski Area has spectacular scenery which can be accessed via the Sky Waka gondola (charges apply).

We have 3 shuttles to Whakapapa Village each day, with 2 return times. So you have Full Day or Part Day options available.