Adventure HQ are Taupo’s most experienced Tongariro Alpine Crossing operator bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to enhance your day.

With over 35 years of working and playing in the mountains of Tongariro National Park, we understand and know what it takes to complete the best one day hike in New Zealand.

Providing a direct service and multiple departures at the end of the day ensures we provide the greatest flexibility, and, are more affordable.

We depart Taupo at 5.50 am and will have you at the start in no time at all. Our Comfortable and well maintained vehicles will ensure you arrive ready and raring to go. Rental equipment is available for those returning to Taupo, so you won’t go out under-prepared.

If you are wanting greater flexibility, have your own vehicle, or on a budget our One way service is for you.

Please Note:

This is a weather dependent activity. You will need to contact us 24 hours prior to reconfirm to your booking and to get a weather and track conditions update and if we are operating that day.

Cancellations can and do occur at short notice due to weather. It is your responsibility to confirm your booking.

Our Shuttles are on a fixed schedule and out of consideration to the people who have made the departure times on time they will leave on time.

Safety: Adventure HQ will help you to be safe during your trek; we have the latest weather and track information and years of local knowledge. On site at Adventure HQ we have everything you need to be fully prepared.

Price: $70 Per Person Return

Departures - please read thoroughly, pick ups are not at all accommodation: