Secure Parking, One-Way Shuttle, 8 Hours

Overview

This package pairs two things the Tongariro Alpine Crossing makes you sort out anyway: secure parking and a one way shuttle. You leave your vehicle at the operator's monitored carpark, take the shuttle to the start of the hike, then complete the walk and return to your car. Note the direction: because the shuttle runs one way to the start, you finish the crossing and then return to the carpark (check the booking page for the walk from the track exit).

The parking side of the deal is the quiet selling point. The site has security and camera monitoring, so your vehicle is watched while you are out on the track. There is also an after hours communications procedure if you are still on the trail at sunset. Booking rescheduling is flexible and free, handy given the experience requires good weather.

It suits hikers who want their own vehicle waiting at the end of the walk. It calls for a strong fitness level. Bring your own food and water, and make the free DOC track booking yourself, as the operator does not make it for you.

Itinerary

1. Arrive at the carparkPark your vehicle at the Tongariro Crossing Car Park, which is monitored by security and cameras.
2. Shuttle to the trailheadBoard a bus or van for the one way shuttle to the start of the hike.
3. Walk the crossingComplete the Tongariro Alpine Crossing at your own pace. The overall experience is listed at eight hours.
4. Return to your carYour vehicle is waiting at the secure carpark.
5. After hours backupIf you are still on the trail at sunset, the operator has a communications procedure in place.

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