Rachel Cockroft
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North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷ Tongariro / National Park Village ▷
Discovery Lodge
4.0/5
Accommodation and transport for Tongariro Crossing.
Facilities good, clean, comfortable. Shuttle to and from walk was prompt, reliable, helpful and friendly. Campsite has good views of mountains.
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North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷ Tongariro / National Park Village ▷
Tongariro Alpine Crossing
4.5/5
Stunning walk (19.4km) beaut views of Ruapehu, Emerald Lakes and Lake Taupo.
For the Lord of the Rings fans, film site of Mt Doom.
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North Island ▷ Northland ▷ Kaitaia ▷
Maitai Bay Campsite
4.5/5
Stunning location high above two coves with clear water, fantastic swimming, also nice walks.
Facilities basic but $8.10 per night. Wonderful.
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North Island ▷ Taranaki ▷ Mt Taranaki ▷
Mount Taranaki Summit Track
4.5/5
Good days climb, rewarding views, but must not be undertaken lightly.
Weather conditions can change very fast.