Events Calendar
To Sunday 14 March 2021 - 05:00pm
If you are interested in doing this event, please book your accomomdation at the Chalet and then let the office know admin@rsc.org.nz
Walking and tramping
Nov-May: 7-8 hr
Trek across volcanic alpine landscape of dramatic contrasts – steaming vents, glacial valleys, ancient lava flows, alpine vegetation and vivid crater lakes, all with stunning views.
This challenging trip begins at 1120 m, climbs the Mangatepopo Valley to the saddle between Mount Tongariro and Mount Ngauruhoe, through South Crater before climbing again to Red Crater, the highest point on the crossing at 1886m.
You will then descend on a volcanic rock scree track to the vivid Emerald Lakes, known as Nga Rotopounamu (greenstone-hued lakes). After passing Blue Lake, also known as Te Wai-whakaata-o-te-Rangihiroa (Rangihiroa’s mirror), the track sidles around the northern slope of Tongariro, then descends in a zigzag track down to the road end at 760 m.
Wear strong, rigid boots to prevent slips when descending the steep scree slope from Red Crater.
Be prepared for a long and challenging day out.