The Tongariro Northern Circuit, one of the New Zealand Great Walks, offers a three- to four-day tramp through Tongariro National Park New Zealand. …
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Mar 11, 2023
We hiked the Northern pass over 2 days camping 1 night at a hut. It was a beautiful and scenic experience well worth the hike. Loved every minute of it. Pack warm clothes as the weather can change qu… Full review by Borobi-Koala
Jan 25, 2023
We are a 50 something couple from the UK who love our walking. This is one of the finest we have done … a beautiful trek (tramp) through stunning scenery (if the weather holds). Each day is very dif… Full review by rceezy
Jan 1, 2023
An amazing experience. It really was a whole other world on this trek. But,this was by far the most challenging great walks we have completed. I though I was well prepared for this trek, but none o… Full review by _Jo_Maria_Mitchell_P
My friend and I are planning to do this amazing trek in early Nov. I'm looking for tips on how people managed to carry food and water supply for 4 days!! Also, ways to economise on the weight, size and items to carry on the trek. For example, what turned out to be your minimal absolute essential items for the trek? Many thanks for your help in advance!
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One set of clothes for walking, one Ste for hut/ sleeping. Gear for cold and wet. Dehy food except first night. Crackers/cheese/salami for lunch. Carry 1-2 litres water …
One set of clothes for walking, one Ste for hut/ sleeping. Gear for cold and wet. Dehy food except first night. Crackers/cheese/salami for lunch. Carry 1-2 litres water only, fill up at huts. ( not from streams )
My friend and I are going to the Circuit during the Easter break. We plan to camp on the camping ground. Long distance hiking is not the first time for me but for my friend. Is this journey really difficult or it is ok if you have the sprit to keep you going? Also is there any drinking water in each hut and camping ground?
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Hi Ivy - it's not *really* difficult but it is challenging, especially the day when you cross the volcanoes (day two if you're walking from Whakapapa to Waihohonu, or day three if you are …
Hi Ivy - it's not *really* difficult but it is challenging, especially the day when you cross the volcanoes (day two if you're walking from Whakapapa to Waihohonu, or day three if you are walking in the other direction; assuming you do the four-day route). You do need to make sure you have good boots or sturdy shoes, and clothes for every weather (warm, wet, cold) as the weather changes very quickly up there. Make sure you book your campsites on the DOC Great Walks website (do it asap) as they do get booked up, there's limited spaces and you will get turned away if you come without a booking and there's no space. Yes, there is drinking water and long-drop toilets at every camping ground, and gas stoves until 30 April. Enjoy.
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