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Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Tongariro Northern Circuit – be prepared for winter conditions![]()
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With the changing seasons, it is important to be prepared for increased hazards and reduced facilities when hiking the Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Tongariro Northern Circuit.![]()
Date: 29 April 2021![]()
It has been a great summer hiking season on the Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Tongariro Northern Circuit – many kiwis have enjoyed the stunning weather in Tongariro, with New Zealanders enthusiastically exploring their own backyard in lieu of overseas travel.![]()
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Now autumn has arrived we are experiencing colder weather and fast changing conditions, DOC Tongariro Operations Manager Connie Norgate wants visitors to be aware there will be a reduction in facilities and services on track, including the removal of gas cooking facilities and hut-based rangers.![]()
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“The Great Walk season closes on 30 April, so services will be greatly reduced from now on and visitors need to be self-sufficient. Please make sure you plan and prepare before coming to Tongariro.![]()
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“As winter approaches and sub-zero temperatures, snow, and ice set in, alpine skills, experience, and equipment are essential to complete the Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Tongariro Northern Circuit.”![]()
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Senior Constable Barry Shephard of Taupō Police says with temperatures dropping and day light hours reducing, the consequences of incidents on the track are much greater. “At this time of year, it’s often difficult to get helicopters to the scene of incidents, and rescues can become protracted efforts that not only pose serious risk to those who require assistance, but also to the rescuers who volunteer to assist.”![]()
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DOC and New Zealand Police want people to avoid getting caught out. Make sure you plan and prepare for your trip in Tongariro National Park and have a memorable experience – for the right reasons.![]()
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For more information on preparing for autumn and winter conditions see the Tongariro Alpine Crossing page, the Tongariro Northern Circuit page, or call into the Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre in Whakapapa Village.
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The last week of freedom hiking on the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.![]()
Fresh snow is starting to fall and the seasons are changing to winter conditions.![]()
Tickets are 100% refundable: dress warm/ be safe and reconfirm all bookings for weather updates
The Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre in Whakapapa Village will be closed to the public from 1pm Sunday March 21st 2021 for building work and will reopen Monday 29 March at 8am.![]()
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Please check DOC's website for more information on things to do and places to explore in Tongariro National Park.![]()
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The visitor team will still be available to respond to queries by phone or email:![]()
📞07 892 3729 ![]()
📧[email protected]