Tongariro National Park - Department of Conservation Tongariro is New Zealand's oldest national park and a dual World Heritage area This status recognises the park's important Māori cultural and spiritual associations as well as its outstanding volcanic features
History and culture: Tongariro National Park - Department of Conservation In 1894, Tongariro National Park was established - the first for Aotearoa (New Zealand), and fourth in the world Legal ownership of the sacred mountain peaks increased significantly from the original 2,640 hectare tuku into a 25,000 hectare land block vested solely in the Crown
Tongariro Northern Circuit: Tongariro National Park Great Walk Explore the volcanic heart of Tongariro National Park, a landscape of stark glacial contrasts and alpine views From May to late October, conditions can be challenging – only go if you have the skills
History of Tongariro National Park: Tongariro National Park Tongariro is one of only three World Heritage Sites in New Zealand, recognised for its unique cultural and natural heritage The ancient story of Tongariro is well known throughout Aotearoa – a legendary battle between Central North Island volcanoes for the affections of Mount Pīhanga
Tongariro Alpine Crossing: Tongariro National Park, Central North . . . The Tongariro Alpine Crossing winds through mountains sacred to Ngāti Hikairo ki Tongariro of Ngāti Tūwharetoa Every step is an opportunity to connect with the essence of the land and ultimately contribute towards its care
Central North Island volcanoes: Tongariro National Park The three andesitic volcanoes at the heart of the park, the mountains Tongariro, Ngauruhoe and Ruapehu, form the southern limits of the Taupō Volcanic Zone, part of the Pacific Ring of Fire