FRMount Ruapehu New Zealand
Travel guides for Mount Ruapehu: visitruapehu.com, mtruapehu.com
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What to do in Mount Ruapehu
Back to top| Whakakapapa and Turoa ski resorts | 14.4 KM National Park |
| Ski and snowboard at these two recently merged ski resorts on Mount Ruapehu, in the middle of the North Island. | |
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| Hiking The Tongariro Alpine Crossing | 19.8 KM National Park |
| For hiking lovers, do not miss one the most amazing trek from the country, Tongariro Trek (summer only). For a map, itinerary, accommodation, prices, | |
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| National Park Backpackers and Climbing Hall | 0.2 KM National Park |
| Accommodation from budget to deluxe, challenging indoor climbing hall, 50 different climbs, bookings/transport to Tongariro Crossing, Mountain Bike trails/42nd Traverse, Whakapapa Ski field, Lord of the Rings tours, Whanganui River Trips. | |
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| Whanganui National Park Canoe Tours | 0.3 KM Ohakune |
| Guided 1 - 5 day tours in the Whanganui National. Park Suitable for all ages and all fitness levels. Family trips a speciality. Operating for 20 years. Easy paddling, short Walks, Maori and European history. Fantastic meals. Fully qualified guides and we are a licensed operator. Canoe and Kayak Hire is also available. | |
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| Mairenui Rural Retreat | 18.6 KM Taihape |
| One hour north of Palmerston North in magnificent hill country, only 10 kilometres from State Highway 1. On a 300 hectare farm (sheep, cattle, deer, a horse stud) with a river running through it and guided trout fishing available. Close to all river adventure activities - rafting, canoeing, kayaking, jet boating. Gourmet dinners available on reservation with fine New Zealand wine available. Your host & hostess speak French and German, and a little Italian, and have travelled widely. | |
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| Tongariro River Rafting | 1.2 KM Turangi |
| Based in Turangi, only 40minutes from Taupo, is a Grade 3+ Whitewater Rafting experience that combines the heart pumping action of more than 60 rapids with sufficient lower grade water that enables the splendid scenery and ample wildlife to be enjoyed. Our knowledgeable and professional guides provide fun facts throughout the trip and will challenge your limits by daring you to do our cliff jump. | |
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| Fly Fishing in Turangi | 1 KM Turangi |
| Fly fishing the Tongariro River or back country rivers. All gear supplied. From novice to the experienced. Land based guides. | |
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Current and upcoming events in Mount Ruapehu
Back to top| Waitangi Day | 77.2 KM Taihape |
| Together with Rangitane o Manawatu, we invite you to join us at this free and family-friendly event in Te Marae o Hine. Come and korero with Rangitane about the Treaty and learn about it's history in Papaioea. We'll also have a free bbq, ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: The Square - Palmerston North Distance: 77.2 KM from Taihape | |
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| Air Force on Tour 2023 – Whanganui | 64.7 KM Ohakune |
| The Royal New Zealand Air Force Band are on tour! In their first tour since 2021, they will be wowing audiences in public evening performances all over the North Island. Come along and be delighted with a variety of symphonic hits, jazz standards, ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Royal Whanganui Opera House - Whanganui, Manawatu / Whanganui Distance: 64.7 KM from Ohakune | |
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| Big Drum Off - Rodger Fox Big Band 50th Anniversary | 77.5 KM Taihape |
| Rodger Fox Big Band kicks off its 50th Anniversary with a Bang The Big Band jazz genre is no shrinking violet, so it is not surprising that the Rodger Fox Big Band is starting their 50th Anniversary Concert series with a full-on drum spectacular ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: The Globe - Palmerston North, Palmerston North Distance: 77.5 KM from Taihape | |
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| The Proclaimers | 76.9 KM Taihape |
| Scottish legends The Proclaimers return to New Zealand in March for their biggest ever tour of Aotearoa. Fans can look forward to hits like I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles), I'm On My Way, Sunshine on Leith, Letter From America, plus album favourites ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Regent on Broadway - Palmerston North Distance: 76.9 KM from Taihape | |
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| Queen: It's a Kinda Magic | 64.8 KM Taihape |
| Direct from Australia, Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic is back by popular demand this October-November for their first nationwide tour in two years! The show is set to again immerse fans in the spectacle, grandeur and extravagance of Queen and Freddie ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Dannevirke Town Hall - Dannevirke, Tararua Distance: 64.8 KM from Taihape | |
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Camping and overnight campervan parking in Mount Ruapehu
Back to top| Waiouru Railway Station | 0.2 KM Waiouru |
| Overnight campervan parking - No facilities Free | |
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| Ohakune Camp Ground | 0.3 KM Ohakune |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry (Fees Apply) | |
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| Waiouru Military Museum | 2.4 KM Waiouru |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power Free | |
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| Mangawhero Ohakune Mountain Road | 2.5 KM Ohakune |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets Free | |
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| Tongariro National Park Mangahuia Camp Ground | 5.6 KM National Park |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets (Fees Apply) | |
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| Tongariro National Park Raurimu Spiral | 5.7 KM National Park |
| Overnight campervan parking - No facilities Free | |
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| Discovery Lodge National Park | 6.9 KM National Park |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry, Wi-Fi, Shopping (Fees Apply) | |
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| Raetihi Holiday Park | 10.1 KM Ohakune |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry, Wi-Fi (Fees Apply) | |
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| Last Spike Rest Area | 11.5 KM National Park |
| Overnight campervan parking - No facilities Free | |
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| Ruapehu Whakapapa Camp Ground | 12.4 KM National Park |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry, Wi-Fi, Shopping (Fees Apply) | |
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| Waitetoko Bay Taupo | 13.9 KM Turangi |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water Free | |
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| Mangaweka Reserve Ruahine Road Mangaweka | 14.6 KM Taihape |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets (Fees Apply) | |
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| Kaimanawa Road campsite | 15.8 KM Turangi |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets Free | |
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| Motutere Bay Taupo Lake | 17.4 KM Turangi |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power (Fees Apply) | |
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| Tongariro Holiday Park | 18.7 KM Turangi |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry (Fees Apply) | |
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| Desert Road Oturere Stream | 21.3 KM Turangi |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Toilets Free | |
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| Pipiriki Wanganui River Bank | 31.1 KM Ohakune |
| Overnight campervan parking - No facilities Free | |
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| Vinegar Hill Cheltenham Hunterville Road Ohingaiti | 31.4 KM Taihape |
| Overnight campervan parking - No facilities Free | |
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