
Tongariro Crossing Shuttles, Made Simple
Operating since 1998, Tongariro Expeditions is the region's longest-running Tongariro Crossing shuttle operator.
How our Alpine Crossing shuttles work
Start your Tongariro Alpine Crossing with a reliable, locally operated shuttle. Park at the Tongariro Park & Ride or Ketetahi Car Park (depending on the season) and take our one-way shuttle to the Mangatepopo trailhead, or join us from Taupō, Tūrangi or Tongariro Holiday Park for a return trip. Either way, our expert drivers will drop you at the start of the track with a trail map and local knowledge, so you're ready to take on the 20.2km of New Zealand’s best day hike.
For the latest shuttle status, see our daily weather update.
Why choose Tongariro Expeditions
Longest-running operator
We’ve been working in tourism in the Waikato region for over 25 years and providing transport for the Tongariro Crossing since 1998.
One-way and return shuttles
We offer a range of Tongariro Crossing shuttle options, including from the Tongariro Park & Ride, Ketetahi Car Park and Taupō, so you can travel and hike the way that suits you.
Flexible booking policy
Book with confidence: if the weather doesn’t cooperate, you can transfer your booking or get a refund.
Explore our Tongariro shuttle options

Tongariro Park & Ride Shuttle
Experience the Tongariro Alpine Crossing with our easy park and ride shuttle. Park at the designated Park & Ride car park (season dependent), catch the shuttle to the trail head at Mangatepopo and follow the track back to your car.


Turangi to Tongariro Return Shuttle
The Turangi return shuttle picks you up in central Turangi and drops you at the Tongariro Alpine Crossing trailhead in Mangatepopo. We will then pick you up in the afternoon for the return journey back to Taupo.

Tongariro Holiday Park Return Shuttle
The Tongariro Holiday Park Return Shuttle pick you up from the nearby Holiday Park and drops you at the trailhead in Mangatepopo. We will then pick you up in the afternoon for the return journey back to Tongariro Holiday Park.







