Try these Tongariro walking tracks during the Great Walks season
on Summer activities, Walking & TrampingTongariro National Park undoubtedly has some of the greatest walking tracks in the country. With the Tongariro Alpine Crossing being the most iconic walk in the area, we tend to forget about the many other tracks available. Now that we are approaching the Great Walks season, we thought it was timely to acknowledge the many […]
Tongariro is the place to be for epic corporate Christmas events
on Corporate EventsIt’s time to get in the spirit of Christmas and begin planning corporate Christmas events. We have already started taking group bookings for the summer season and we are not surprised given the array of activities on offer in the Tongariro region. Christmas planning seems to get earlier every year as we learn how quickly […]
What does a summer holiday look like at Tongariro National Park?
on Summer activitiesThe desire to be outdoors in the summer is felt right across the country. Wherever we are, we love to make the most of the sunshine and absorb as much vitamin D as possible. Summer in Tongariro offers endless amounts of fun in the sun, which is why it’s a popular spot for a holiday. […]
Tongariro conference venue offers a unique and memorable experience
on Summer activities, Winter activitiesTired of the same old, boring conferences? Jazz up your next event and book our Tongariro conference venue amidst the enchanting landscape of Tongariro National Park. We have recently improved our conference facilities and are very excited to see the difference this has made for our guests. With a large meeting space, accommodation, dining and […]
Enter these Ruapehu sporting events for an unforgettable experience
on Skiing, Walking & Tramping, Winter activitiesA number of exciting Ruapehu sporting events will take place in the region over the next few months. If you have a competitive streak, Tongariro National Park is the place you want to be. It’s no secret that the Tongariro region is abundant in outdoor activities. In fact, many visit the area purely to participate […]
Tongariro Alpine Crossing weather – preparations for Winter crossing
on Park Hotel newsTrekking the Tongariro Alpine Crossing in winter is a spectacular experience. Although incredibly beautiful, there are some very real risks for the ill-prepared. There can be no cutting corners in preparing for a snowy trek with variable Tongariro Alpine Crossing weather. Many of our guests return from the Tongariro Alpine Crossing with grins from ear to […]
Confirmation of the Mt Ruapehu gondola is now in place thanks to the government announcement that they will provide financial assistance. The announcement came last month when Regional Economic Development Minister, Shane Jones, recognised the project as a “key investment priority for the region”. The $25 million project needed the backing of the government to […]
Spend the school holidays at Tongariro for experiences the kids will love
on Skiing, Snowboarding, Winter activitiesAs we approach the next school holidays, thinking of ways to keep the kids occupied once again features on our list of priorities. With the abundance of school holiday activities available at Tongariro National Park, finding some family friendly fun is easy. Many of us lead very busy lives, so the opportunity to spend some […]
Learn to ski in a fun environment with Mt Ruapehu ski schools
on Skiing, Snowboarding, Winter activitiesThe Mt Ruapehu ski season is officially underway. With a fresh dumping of snow and clear skies, the first week kicked off the season with a bang. The Mt Ruapehu ski schools are now up and running, so if you’ve always wanted to learn to ski, 2018 is your year to get out there and […]
We are fast approaching the beginning of the 2018 Mt Ruapehu ski season and it’s looking to be a good one! With the country’s largest ski field on our doorstep, winter is the most exciting season for us at The Park Hotel. Running from June to October, the 2018 Mt Ruapehu ski season has the longest […]