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The Track
The Track
Tongiriro Alpine Crossing Must Haves
Be Prepared For Changes In The Weather
NZ Environmental Care Code
Mangatepopo Road End To Soda Springs
Soda Springs To South Crater
South Crater To Red Crater
Red Crater To Blue Lake
Blue Lake To Ketetahi Shelter
Ketetahi Shelter To Ketetahi Car Park
Alpine Life
Alpine Life
Geology
Winter
Volcano Activity
World Heritage
National Park Villages
FAQs
Gallery
Tongiriro Alpine Crossing Must Haves
The Must-Haves For Your Trek:
Tongariro National Park can be subject to unpredictable weather, and conditions can change quickly. It is important that all walkers carry the essentials for their journey across.
Take:
Food and plenty of fluid, especially in the summer months. If you are planning on completing any of the summit tracks, ensure you have additional water supplies.
Waterproof and wind-proof raincoat and trousers
Strong, sturdy boots (you will be trekking over uneven volcanic terrain)
Warm clothing layers:woollen or polypropylene thermals and fleece
Hat and gloves
Sunscreen and sunglasses
First Aid Kit
Map
Cellphone
Due to the rugged and alpine environment, the weather in the car park at the beginning of the track can differ greatly from conditions 1000 metres higher further up the track.
Be prepared to change your plans and turn back especially when visibility is poor or strong winds prevail.