• Daily door to door shuttle service from directly outside the backpackers. Ticket fully refundable if weather conditions prevent you from starting the track (Book on arrival).
• Free gear hire for guests! (A range of rain jackets, fleeces, over trousers, beanies, gloves, day packs, sleeping bags, pots and utensils).
• Free gear storage for while you are away in the park.
• Free car parking while you are in the park.
• Free info maps on the crossing and Northern Circuit
• Free Safety, Track and Equipment Advice from friendly and experienced staff who are passionate about the outdoors and who know and live in the area, we have our finger on the pulse.
• Boots hire (a large range of high quality boots).
• Being so close to the crossing we can make last minute decisions which are vital in an area prone to quick weather changes. More distanced operators do not have this advantage.

Summer Crossing

Arguably New Zealand's best one day walk through the stunning scenery of the Tongariro National Park, the traverse of the stark and spectacular volcanic terrain of Mt. Tongariro is one of the most fascinating treks in the country. Among the highlights of this seven to eight hour trek are steaming vents and hot springs, old lava flows, beautiful water filled explosion craters and stunning views. On clear days you can see Mt. Taranaki in the west, Mt. Ngauruhoe, the Kaimanawa Ranges, Lake Taupo and beyond.

The mountains of Tongariro National Park are sacred to the Maori, so please tread carefully and with respect.

Winter Crossing

Few people are lucky enough to experience the beauty of the crossing in winter (snow and Ice conditions) and we thoroughly recommend the trip there are less people and the vistas on a clear crisp winter’s day are breathtaking. In the winter months we offer a trip accompanied by an experienced member of our staff for your safety and for basic instruction on crampon and ice axe use and provide an informative commentary on the environment you are traveling through.

Northern Circuit

Winding its way over Tongariro and around Ngauruhoe is the Tongariro Northern Circuit, one of the great walks of New Zealand. This walk passes through stunning land formations which include volcanic craters and glacial valleys. The full Northern Circuit walk takes three to four days to complete.

The most popular time of year for this walk is summer, December through to March. Within these months the track is clear of snow and the weather is less severe. In the winter months experience with ice axes and crampons is needed for this totally alpine trip. But with adequate clothing, equipment and experience, people can visit and enjoy the area this time of year. Extreme Backpackers specializes in the Northern Circuit at all times of the year.

Bookings:

The Winter crossing is subject to numbers weather and other factors, so bookings are essential for more information or to book, see the crew at Extreme Backpackers or call on 07 386 8949 or email us on info@extremebackpackers.co.nz, please note that there will be a full refund given in the event that the trip is cancelled prior to the start of the walk.

Equipment needs:

It is extremely important that you bring the right gear along with you for the winter crossing. For a full list of what to bring refer to the winter equipment list to the left. If you do not have all the items in the list extreme backpackers can provide you with some of them.