Taupo Airport 1 hr 20
Mount Ngauruhoe (31 min)
This active stratovolcano is well known among hikers & mountain climbers for its panoramic views. Tongariro National Park (17 min)
The 4th National Park in the world, this protected area is important for its culture and its nature. Tawhai Falls (Gollums Pool) (15 min)
Rocky forest cascade with a pool for swimming, used as a filming location for “Lord of the Rings.” Mangawhero Falls (1 hr 3) Sky Waka Gondola (8 min) Whakapapa Nature Walk (12 min) Tongariro Alpine Crossing (31 min) Turoa (1 hr 8)
Ski slopes for all abilities on the side of Mount Ruapehu, the highest mountain on the North Island. Silica Rapids (8 min) Meads Wall (1 min) Whakapapa (5 min)
Ski area offering facilities for all levels, including an extensive beginners' area with a cafe. Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre (12 min) Ridge Walking Track (12 min) Taranaki Falls (38 min)
65-ft. waterfall running over volcanic cliffs into a pool of water, reachable by a 4-mi. trail. | 
