If you are interested in doing this event, pleas e book your accomomdation at the Chalet and then let the office know admin@ rsc.org.nz
No v-May: 7-8 hr
Trek across volcanic alpine landscape of dramatic contras ts – steaming vents, glacial valleys, ancient lava flows, alpine vege tation and vivid crater lakes, all with stunning views.
This challenging trip begins at 1120 m, climbs the Mangatepopo Valley to the saddle between Moun t Tongariro and Mount Ngauruhoe, through South Crater before climbing again to Red Crater, the highest point on the crossing at 1886m.
You will then des cend on a volcanic rock scree track to the vivid Emerald Lakes, known as Ng a Rotopounamu (greenstone-hued lakes). After passing Blue Lake, also known as Te Wai-whakaata-o-te-Rangihiroa (Rangihiroa’s mirror), the track s idles around the northern slope of Tongariro, then descends in a zigzag tra ck down to the road end at 760 m.
Wear strong, rigid boots to prevent slips when descending the steep scre e slope from Red Crater.
Be prepared for a long and challenging day out.