Emerald Lakes
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Tongariro Northern Circuit

Introduction

Explore the volcanic heart of Tongariro National Park, a landscape of stark glacial contrasts and alpine views.

Highlights

All drone use must be authorised by DOC

A concession is required to fly a drone on any public conservation land - apply to fly recreationally or commercially.

  • Journey through dramatic (and active!) volcanic landscapes, glacial valleys, native beech forest, alpine meadows and emerald coloured lakes

  • This path winds its way past Mt Tongariro and Mt Ngauruhoe

  • Explore a World Heritage Area of natural and cultural significance

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2018/2019 bookings

Bookings for the 2018/2019 season will open in June – check back in late May for the specific date.

 

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Track overview

43.1 km loop

Walking and tramping

3-4 days Intermediate: Great Walk/Easier tramping track

Seasonal restrictions

In the Great Walks season (21 October 2017 - 30 April 2018):

  • Bookings are required for huts and campsites
  • Huts have gas cooking stoves and resident wardens

Outside the Great Walks season (1 May 2018 - 18 October 2018):

  • Facilities are greatly reduced
  • Avalanche risk exists
  • Experience is required
  • Bookings are not required – huts and campsites are first come, first served

Dog access

No dogs

Contacts

Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre
Phone:   +64 7 892 3729
Email:   tongarirovc@doc.govt.nz
Address:   Co-located with the Whakapapa i-SITE
Whakapapa Village
State Highway 48
Mount Ruapehu
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