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Discover the Magic of Ruapehu - A Region of Unforgettable Adventures!

Posted by on 01 August 2023

Nestled in the heart of New Zealand's North Island lies Ruapehu, a captivating region boasting tw...

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Active adventures in Ruapehu

Posted by on 24 May 2023

There are plenty of reasons Ruapehu is known as ‘Our Greater Outdoors’, starting with a volcanic ...

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A behind the scenes look at going guided on the Tongariro Alpine Crossing

Posted by on 23 November 2022

Looking back, doing the Tongariro Alpine Crossing with friends a few years ago really did kick s...

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Our Journey into the Tongariro National Park takes us to Tama Lakes

Posted by on 23 May 2022

Looking for a short journey - the Tama Lakes trek covers all in an 5-6 hours hike. Ahead of you...

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Seven Summer Must-Dos in Ruapehu

Posted by on 04 January 2022

Far from crowds but as close to nature as you can get, summer in Ruapehu is all about finding you...

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Walk This Way: The Best Walks and Hikes to Explore in Ruapehu

Posted by on 18 October 2021

The best walks and hikes to discover in Ruapehu including the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, the Tong...

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Six walks in one weekend: the best of Whakapapa Village

Posted by on 05 November 2020

Mountains for breakfast, mountains for lunch, mountains for dinner. You really can’t get enough o...