Experience the famous Tongariro Alpine Crossing with a private guide from Adrift Tongariro. This 19km trek, New Zealand’s best one-day walk, takes you between Mt. Ngauruhoe and Mt. Tongariro, featuring colorful craters, volcanic rock formations, mountain springs, and stunning emerald lakes.

Our private guided tours offer a personal, informative, and enjoyable experience. Guides ensure your safety by monitoring weather and track conditions, and they can adjust the route based on fitness levels and crowd avoidance.

In summer, enjoy vibrant volcanic landscapes, with mineral deposits creating a variety of colors and textures. Although the track can get crowded, our guides aim to provide a more private experience. In winter, walk through a snow-covered landscape with fewer crowds. No outdoor experience is needed, as all necessary training is provided, and crampons and ice-axes are supplied.

This guided tour prioritizes safety, considering weather, avalanche, and other conditions to determine the route. Reaching the Ketetahi end is not guaranteed.

**Tour Includes**:

- Private guide

- Transport between Adrift Tongariro base and the track

- Lunch (vegetarian available upon request)

- Winter gear like crampons and ice-axes

- Clothing and footwear hire

**Tour Schedule**:

- **Summer (1 October - 30 April)**: Meet at 10:00 am, return by 6:30 pm

- **Winter (1 May - 30 September)**: Meet at 7:30 am, return by 5:30 pm

Meeting times in October may change depending on track conditions. It is essential to call Adrift Tongariro the day before your tour to confirm details.

**Private Return Transfers**:

Available for an additional fee, with pickup from Whakapapa Village, Turangi, Ohakune, and Taupo. Private transfer clients can arrange a later start time.

**Gear List**:

- **Summer**: Water (1-2L), personal medications, sun protection, hiking boots, layered clothing, and waterproof raincoat.

- **Winter**: Water (1-1.5L), personal medications, thermal clothing, hiking boots, waterproof layers, hat, and gloves.

**Gear Hire**: Adrift Tongariro offers gear rentals, including boots, jackets, hats, sunglasses, and backpacks.

**Fitness and Experience**:

This hike requires a good fitness level. The walk takes around 7 hours, including stops. No alpine experience is necessary.

**Re-confirmation**:

Call Adrift Tongariro the day before your trip to confirm departure time: +64 7892 2751.

Terms and conditions apply, and routes may vary depending on weather and safety factors.