The high-altitude plateau setting of the Ruapehu region is a breathtaking location for a myriad of outdoor adventures. Explore the ski areas of Mount Ruapehu and Tongariro National Park, with its native forest, rugged hillsides and white-water rivers.
Thanks to New Zealand's wide variety of landscapes, getting to your destination will be a unique and enjoyable experience. Driving distances are short, with towns and main centres never very far apart. Roads can be windy and may challenge drivers used to driving mainly on multilane motorways.
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