Hikers in the area are being asked to use alternative tracks.

With the support of the Department of Conservation and New Zealand Police and a rāhui has been placed on the Tongariro Alpine Crossing for three days from today Saturday 22 March 2025.

The Tongariro Alpine Crossing – New Zealand's most popular day hike – has also been the site of many search and rescue operations. Photo / 123rf Walkers are being warned not to misjudge the ...

“You can get five seasons in a day on that crossing, so you need to pack enough warm clothes,” Signal said. NZ Mountain Safety Council CEO Mike Daisley said the Tongariro Alpine Crossing has ...

Beyond its stunning vistas, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing holds deep cultural and spiritual significance. It traverses lands sacred to the local Ngāti Tūwharetoa iwi, offering visitors an ...