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Mount Ruapehu
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Mount Ruapehu lies in Tongariro National Park, in the Central North Island of New Zealand. The mountain is an active volcano, but also has the two major skifields for the North Island.
Travel to Mount Ruapehu, visa requirements
Get around
Mount Ruapehu attractions and sightseeing
- Crater Lake
City tours
- Ski
- Sightseeing
Shopping, Mount Ruapehu souvenirs
Good restaurants and cheap meals
As the area is a national park there are few businesses that sell food in the area.
Outside the ski season, travellers are well advised to carry their own food.
Mount Ruapehu nightlife, bars, clubs and pubs.
Hotels, youth hostels, lodging
There are several ski lodges on the mountain as well as accommodation around the mountain at places such as National Park, Ohakune Turangi and Waiouru.
The Department of Conservation operates a number of back country huts in the area.
Stay safe
Be aware that Ruapehu is an active volcano. There is currently a long term Lahar warning for the crater lake, which is expected to flood in 2005. Pay attention to any public safety warnings or notices in the whole area.
Because of the changeable weather, travellers in this area should carry warm clothing, even in summer.
Get out
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