Tongariro Crossing

The Tongariro Crossing isn't one of New Zealand's most popular walks for nothing, and if you have time, a great side excursion is to walk to summit of Mt Tongariro along the way. Although lower than nearby Mt Ngauruhoe, Mt Tongariro is actually parent to the child vent of Ngauruhoe. Like Ngauruhoe, Tongariro can be bagged on a sidetrip from the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, but unlike Ngauruhoe, this sidetrip is a relatively easy detour. A trip to summit of Mt Tongariro passes by some of New Zealand's best volcanic scenery, including the Red Crater, Blue Lake, and North Crater.

For more information and maps on walking the Tongariro Crossing, visit the 'Tongariro Crossing' link at the bottom of this page.

Mt Tongariro is one of the official peaks on the PeakBagging.co.nz list. Peakbagging.co.nz is New Zealand's first peak bagging list for walkers and trampers.  Peak Bagging is fun way to get into the outdoors and provides a great motivation for seeking out the less travelled hill and mountain summits of New Zealand.