Tongariro Expeditions

Tongariro Expeditions

40 Rankers Reviews

34 Face-to-Face

7 Shuttle Buses

17 Tongariro / National Park Village

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Tongariro Expeditions

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North IslandRuapehuTongariro / National Park Village

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    • Very friendly staff!
    • We went on the guided alpine crossing.
    • Good advice in the bus to starting place.
    • Spot on, everything well organised.
    • Performance as offered, no disappointments.
    Rating Count Percentage
    10/10 14
    35%
    9/10 10
    25%
    8/10 9
    23%
    7/10 1
    3%
    6/10 2
    5%
    5/10 1
    3%
    4/10 0
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    3/10 0
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    2/10 0
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    1/10 3
    8%
  • 5.0/5

    This track is absolutely stunning!

    Breathtaking views everywhere. Tongariro Expeditions is a good company and perfectly organised.

    Reviewed over 8 years ago and experienced in March 2016

    GERMANY
    Anna Lerchl's avatar

    Anna Lerchl

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    We went on the guided alpine crossing.

    The experience was priceless. All gear required for winter crossing was supplied, we sled down the snow whenever possible, awesome guides and cool driver. The best part was the can of beer that was waiting for us at the end of the walk! Absolutely fantastic!!

    Reviewed about 10 years ago

    NEW ZEALAND
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    Teri Ko

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Brilliant day walk.

    Well organised and professional outfit.

    Reviewed over 14 years ago

    UNITED KINGDOM
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    John N

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Good advice in the bus to starting place.

    Must do this walk when you are in NZ. Pickup at 3, 4 & 5.

    Reviewed over 15 years ago and experienced in April 2009

    NETHERLANDS
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    UlaR

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Performance as offered, no disappointments.

    Reviewed over 14 years ago

    UNITED STATES
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    Susan & Richard

    Customer

  • 4.0/5

    Good advice, jackets for hire, we did the Tongariro Alpine Crossing

    Reviewed over 14 years ago and experienced in November 2009

    NETHERLANDS
    Gensen's avatar

    Gensen

    Customer

  • 4.0/5

    Spot on, everything well organised.

    Reviewed almost 13 years ago

    UNITED KINGDOM
    Bradley's avatar

    Bradley

    Customer

  • 4.0/5

    Rates ok!

    Reviewed over 12 years ago and experienced in November 2011

    GERMANY
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    Pietsch

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Our bus transfer from the finishing point to the starting point was on time so far and on the way we got useful instructions about the track (what to do and what not).

    Also a very good map like information sheet.

    Reviewed about 10 years ago and experienced in March 2014

    GERMANY
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    Simon Mehlmann

    Customer

  • 0.5/5

    We had exactly the same experience as Julieth Peter.

    I have nothing to add.

    This is the most EXPENSIVE service and THEY LEFT US ALONE.

    Please don't choose them.

    Reviewed almost 13 years ago and experienced in February 2011

    GERMANY
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    bridge

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    This track is absolutely stunning!

    Breathtaking views everywhere. Tongariro Expeditions is a good company and perfectly organised.

    Reviewed over 8 years ago and experienced in March 2016

    GERMANY
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    Anna Lerchl

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Our bus transfer from the finishing point to the starting point was on time so far and on the way we got useful instructions about the track (what to do and what not).

    Also a very good map like information sheet.

    Reviewed about 10 years ago and experienced in March 2014

    GERMANY
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    Simon Mehlmann

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    We went on the guided alpine crossing.

    The experience was priceless. All gear required for winter crossing was supplied, we sled down the snow whenever possible, awesome guides and cool driver. The best part was the can of beer that was waiting for us at the end of the walk! Absolutely fantastic!!

    Reviewed about 10 years ago

    NEW ZEALAND
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    Teri Ko

    Customer

  • 4.0/5

    Rates ok!

    Reviewed over 12 years ago and experienced in November 2011

    GERMANY
    Pietsch's avatar

    Pietsch

    Customer

  • 0.5/5

    We had exactly the same experience as Julieth Peter.

    I have nothing to add.

    This is the most EXPENSIVE service and THEY LEFT US ALONE.

    Please don't choose them.

    Reviewed almost 13 years ago and experienced in February 2011

    GERMANY
    bridge's avatar

    bridge

    Customer

  • 4.0/5

    Spot on, everything well organised.

    Reviewed almost 13 years ago

    UNITED KINGDOM
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    Bradley

    Customer

  • 0.5/5

    We booked the Tongariro Crossing shuttle service provided by 'Tongariro Expeditions' on 21 April.

    Instead of 7am (scheduled), we left Whakapapa Village by 7.50am and hit the track by 8.15am. The friendly bus driver told us to be at the end of the crossing no later than 4.30pm. After climbing Mt. Ngauruhoe (highly recommended), we walked straight to the car park at the end of the crossing. We were 15 mins late and the bus had already left. We asked Scotty Barry (bus driver Tongariro expeditions, going to Taupo) where our shuttle bus is or what options we have to get back to Whakapapa Village. Instead of offering us any help he answered in a very rude and unfriendly way, informing us that the bus had left and that he can't help us. After that, he turned around and left.

    Fortunately, a very friendly guy from Roam (shuttle service) gave us a free lift back to Whakapapa village.

    With an hour delay in the morning, we would have expected to get at least an extra hour for the hike. In that case, we would have arrived on time easily!

    Reviewed over 13 years ago

    COLOMBIA
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    Julieth_Peter

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Performance as offered, no disappointments.

    Reviewed over 14 years ago

    UNITED STATES
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    Susan & Richard

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Brilliant day walk.

    Well organised and professional outfit.

    Reviewed over 14 years ago

    UNITED KINGDOM
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    John N

    Customer

  • 4.0/5

    Good advice, jackets for hire, we did the Tongariro Alpine Crossing

    Reviewed over 14 years ago and experienced in November 2009

    NETHERLANDS
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    Gensen

    Customer

  • 0.5/5

    They are more expensive than other companies from Taupo ($55) and other Companies charging only $45!

    Made me angry afterI booked and found out later! 1 1/2 hour busdrive before you can start walking. Turangi would be better to stay and closer to track or National Park Village! Busdriver was friendly on way up. I twisted my angle and was running 1/2 hour late and the bus was gone! !!!!! I was still up there and nedded to find my own way home! What a company!! Never book with them!!!

    Reviewed almost 15 years ago

    GERMANY
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    Marie Hinze

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Good advice in the bus to starting place.

    Must do this walk when you are in NZ. Pickup at 3, 4 & 5.

    Reviewed over 15 years ago and experienced in April 2009

    NETHERLANDS
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    UlaR

    Customer

  • 4.0/5

    Picked us up on time and were there for us at the end.

    Good efficient system to ensure everyone is accounted for. Friendly driver. The Tongariro Crossing was amazing and we were so lucky with the weather!

    Reviewed over 15 years ago

    UNITED KINGDOM
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    Sally477

    Customer

  • 4.0/5

    Perfect on time.

    Picked us up from campsite. Nice lady who gave also a tour of all things we saw.

    Reviewed over 15 years ago

    NETHERLANDS
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    Kim

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    We are hiking the Tongariro Crossing in the best weather.

    It was great and not easy to find a better walk or view.

    Reviewed almost 16 years ago

    GERMANY
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    Elke

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Very friendly staff!

    Equipment (hiking boots) of good quality. The Tongariro Crossing walk was an awesome experience.

    Reviewed almost 16 years ago

    AUSTRALIA
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    Jacinta

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    By far the best experience in New Zealand.

    Would advise everyone to do it. Even the lazy travellers! - get off your arse because you won't regret it!

    Reviewed about 16 years ago

    UNITED KINGDOM
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    Richard

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    A real challenge.

    Ace views, but you have to climb Mt Doom to make the most of this trip.

    Reviewed over 16 years ago

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    Mike Dudey

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Beautiful scenery-volcanoes, craters and lakes-great day trip!

    Reviewed over 16 years ago

    CANADA
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    Stephanie

    Customer

  • 2.5/5

    Excessively expensive for what it is.

    Could be better service.

    Reviewed over 16 years ago

    ARGENTINA
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    Hernando

    Customer

  • 3.0/5

    Arrived at start point at same time as about 3 other buses so ended up with loads of people all way round - spoiled the experience.

    Reviewed over 16 years ago

    UNITED KINGDOM
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    Corinne

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Abel Tasman was good but this was better!

    Reviewed almost 17 years ago

    SWEDEN
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    Hanna

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    An awesome walk and a must see when you are in the area.

    So cool to see volcanoes and Mt Doom :)

    Reviewed almost 17 years ago

    SWEDEN
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    Camille

    Customer

  • 3.0/5

    Not very good, had to wait 2 hours to be able to leave.

    Reviewed over 16 years ago

    NETHERLANDS
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    Jenny Hulsebosch

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Not too crowded, bus company was good.

    Reviewed almost 17 years ago

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    Laura Sutton

    Customer

  • 4.5/5

    Early bird service - great.

    Friendly driver: Joshua. Nice music.

    Reviewed almost 17 years ago

    SWITZERLAND
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    Stephanie

    Customer

  • 4.0/5

    10 pints at the end was a good reward.

    Good hire equipment. Was not pressured into hiring anything I did not need. Punctual and funny guys

    Reviewed almost 17 years ago

    IRELAND
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    Orla

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Wow, Beautiful.

    Amazing views. Quite a hike though. Definitley a lack of info re clothing & appropriate equipment to take.

    Reviewed about 17 years ago and experienced in March 2007

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    AnnaOwen

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Really great.

    Informative drivers. Awesome hiking.

    Reviewed about 17 years ago and experienced in March 2007

    CANADA
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    SimonHodge

    Customer

  • 5.0/5

    Great achievement to do.

    Very hard work but well worth doing and very satisfying feeling.

    Reviewed about 17 years ago and experienced in March 2007

    UNITED KINGDOM
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    GillianW

    Customer