Why CrossXRoads?

  • Your vehicle is waiting when you finish. LEARN MORE >>>

  • 2.30am departure for an approximately 3.00am Mangatepopo start. LEARN MORE>>>

  • Stay with us and depart for your Tongariro Alpine Crossing walk from nearby. LEARN MORE>>>

  • Just 6.8km, or approximately seven minutes from the Park & Shuttle Carpark. BOOK NOW >>>

  • CrossXRoads combines Tongariro Alpine Crossing transport with overnight camping, so you can stay close and start your adventure from right here. BOOK NOW >>>

  • Ma & Shane are local and live and work in Tongariro. They know the area well and are super friendly and hospitable!

Transport - Tongariro Alpine Crossing Car Park to Tongariro Alpine Crossing Start (One Way) Transport - Tongariro Alpine Crossing Car Park to Tongariro Alpine Crossing Start (One Way) Transport - Tongariro Alpine Crossing Car Park to Tongariro Alpine Crossing Start (One Way) Transport - Tongariro Alpine Crossing Car Park to Tongariro Alpine Crossing Start (One Way) Transport - Tongariro Alpine Crossing Car Park to Tongariro Alpine Crossing Start (One Way) Transport - Tongariro Alpine Crossing Car Park to Tongariro Alpine Crossing Start (One Way) Transport - Tongariro Alpine Crossing Car Park to Tongariro Alpine Crossing Start (One Way)
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Transport - Tongariro Alpine Crossing Car Park to Tongariro Alpine Crossing Start (One Way)
from $55.00

One-way shuttle service from Tongariro Alpine Crossing Car Park to the start of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing at Mangatepopo. If you have your own vehicle and want more flexibility and low cost transport, this option allows you to park your vehicle at the Tongariro Alpine Crossing Car Park and catch our one way shuttle service to the start of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing at Mangatepopo so that your vehicle is at the end of the track waiting for you when you complete the walk.

Adults $65 per person
Children $55 per person (age 7 to 15)
Family (x2 adults and x2children up to 16 years) $200

NOTES:

  • If you are booking AFTER 7pm for the following day, please call +64 2102722828 to confirm transport will be operating. We cannot guarantee availability if you do not contact us as requested.

  • If you are a solo hiker and you book at a time where we have no other passengers, you may be moved to a different time, please ensure we are provided with a valid contact phone number.

  • Your vehicle registration number is required and will be asked during the booking process. If it is not known at the time of booking due to it being a rental, please email us when you have collected the vehicle.

  • Total cost includes the Department of Conservation Visitor Community Contribution fee.

  • A reasonable level of fitness is required for this trek.

  • After booking your shuttle with us, it is recommended that you go to the DOC website www.doc.govt.nz to book any part of the Tongariro Crossing. THIS IS FREE TO BOOK.

  • Please review our Cancellation & Refund Policy

  • We will transport any children age 7+

  • Please note the Tongariro Alpine Crossing Shuttle and Overnight Parking & Camping at Cross X Roads are available from 7th November 2026 to mid May 2027.

Tongariro Alpine Crossing Overnight Parking & Camping
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Tongariro Alpine Crossing Overnight Parking & Camping
from $10.00

The closest overnight parking & camping to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing Carpark

Overnight stays at Rotoaira - the closest to the Ketetahi Carpark - only 6.8kms or 7 minutes to be exact.

Price per night per vehicle (regardless of the number of people). Tents also welcome. If you don’t have a vehicle and only require space for your tent, please select the ‘Tent Only’ option under ‘number of vehicles’ which is $10 per night.

Quantity refers to the number of nights.

  • No bookings online after 7pm for next day. If after 7pm and looking to book for the next day please call +64 2102722828

  • Please review our Cancellation & Refund Policy

  • Please note the Tongariro Alpine Crossing Shuttle and Overnight Parking & Camping at Cross X Roads are available from 7 November 2026 to mid May 2027.

Transport - Sunrise Option - Tongariro Alpine Crossing Car Park to Tongariro Alpine Crossing Start (One Way) Transport - Sunrise Option - Tongariro Alpine Crossing Car Park to Tongariro Alpine Crossing Start (One Way) Transport - Sunrise Option - Tongariro Alpine Crossing Car Park to Tongariro Alpine Crossing Start (One Way)
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Transport - Sunrise Option - Tongariro Alpine Crossing Car Park to Tongariro Alpine Crossing Start (One Way)
from $120.00

Catch the sunrise!

An extra special opportunity to experience the Tongariro Alpine Crossing at sunrise. This option departs Tongariro Alpine Crossing Car Park at 2.30am for a 3am drop off at Mangatepopo.

One-way shuttle service from Tongariro Alpine Crossing Car Park to the start of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing at Mangatepopo. This option allows you to park your vehicle at the Tongariro Alpine Crossing Car Park and catch our one way shuttle service to the start of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing at Mangatepopo so that your vehicle is at the end of the track waiting for you when you complete the walk.

2 or more people will only pay $120 each
$250 for an individual on their own.
Groups of 5+ will qualify for a 10% discount - contact us via email to book a group - ngatihikairo@xtra.co.nz

NOTES:

  • If you are booking AFTER 7pm for the following day, please call +64 2102722828 to confirm transport will be operating. We cannot guarantee availability if you do not contact us as requested.

  • Total cost includes the Department of Conservation Visitor Community Contribution fee.

  • A reasonable level of fitness is required for this trek.

  • After booking your shuttle with us, it is recommended that you go to the DOC website www.doc.govt.nz to book any part of the Tongariro Crossing. THIS IS FREE TO BOOK.

  • Please review our Cancellation & Refund Policy

  • We will transport any children at 7+

  • Please note the Tongariro Alpine Crossing Shuttle and Overnight Parking & Camping at Cross X Roads are available from 7 November 2026 to mid May 2027.

Hikoi Guided Cultural Walks Hikoi Guided Cultural Walks Hikoi Guided Cultural Walks Hikoi Guided Cultural Walks Hikoi Guided Cultural Walks
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Hikoi Guided Cultural Walks
from $125.00

Short guided cultural walks where you will visit Historical Sacred sites in Tongariro National Park with local Ngati Hikairo Guide.

This is a great walking alternative for anyone not able to do the full Tongariro Alpine Crossing.

Morning Walk:

10am to 1pm

Price:

$150 for an individual or $125 each for 2 or more

Please review our Cancellation & Refund Policy