View of Mount Tongariro and Ngauruhoe, Tongariro National Park
Winding its way over Mt Tongariro and around Mt Ngauruhoe is the Tongariro Northern Circuit, one of the Great Walks of New Zealand.
This walk passes through unique and stunning landforms which include volcanic craters and glacial valleys.
Plan and prepare for a Great Walk/Easy tramping track.
Track conditions
Find out about the natural and historic features of the Tongariro Northern Circuit Great Walk, and about conservation projects in the area.
A detailed guide of the Tongariro Northern Circuit Great Walk and details on side trips possible from the track.
There are four huts on the circuit, Mangatepopo, Ketetahi, Oturere and Waihohonu. Passes for these huts must be purchased before commencing the trip.
Find out about getting there, booking and other information you need to plan a safe trip.
A Great Walk Ticket is required for use of all huts and campsites. Find out the cost and how to purchase your Great Walks Ticket.
The Great Walks are the department's premier walking tracks, taking you through some of New Zealand's most striking conservation places.
Tongariro is New Zealand's oldest national park and a dual World Heritage area. This status recognises the park's important Maori cultural and spiritual associations as well as its outstanding volcanic features.
Tongariro Northern Circuit brochure (PDF, 453K)
NZ weather
New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres
Plan & prepare for your trip
Great Walks visitor statistics
Stop the spread of didymoCheck, Clean, Dry all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.
Safety information
Always contact the nearest visitor centre for the latest information about facilities and conditions.
