Plan, prepare and equip yourself well. Have the right gear and skills required for the trip and always check the latest information about facilities you plan to use and local weather conditions.
Find out what to expect on a Great Walk or easy tramping track.
Details of the visitor centre's that can help plan and prepare for your trip on the Tongariro Northern Circuit.
View the current track conditions for the Tongariro Northern Circuit.
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.
Directions to get to the Tongariro Northern Circuit.
Information on walking seasons and seasonal track conditions.
Be sure you have the correct gear with you to do the Tongariro Northern Circuit.
Easy access walks - North Island
Easy access walks - South Island
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.
