The Locals Top 5 Mount Ruapehu & National Park



Top 5 Ways to Get in Touch with Nature
By the staff at Tongariro River Rafting.
The best spots to get out there and enjoy the natural beauty of Tongariro. Embark on outdoor adventures recommended by locals in-the-know!

Top 5 Photo Spots in Ruapehu Region
By Gareth Pearce, Bayview International Hotels & Resorts.
Local insight into the best vistas and set-ups for dramatic and iconic kiwi shots in the Ruapehu region.

Top 5 Rainy Day Activities in Tongariro National Park
By Callum Harland, Discovery Lodge, Whakapapa.
A little rain doesn't melt the beauty of Tongariro National Park and with a positive, adventurous attitude you can have even more fun on a rainy day! Local Callum Harland explains how...

Top 5 Ways To Get Out of Your Comfort Zone in Tongariro

By Malcolm Sutton, Owner of Tongariro Quads.
The thing to do in Tongariro is get out of your comfort zone. Try fly fishing, enter a dirt bike trail race, or take a tour of Tongariro Forest Park on a quad bike adventure. Just get out there! Malcolm offers insider tips on where to get your thrills in Tongariro.

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