Trip to Mount Ruapehu, New Zealand

Mount Ruapehu

Mount Ruapehu, or just Ruapehu, is an active stratovolcano at the southern end of the Taupo Volcanic Zone in New Zealand. It is 23 kilometres northeast of Ohakune and 40 kilometres southwest of the southern shore of Lake Taupo, within Tongariro National Park. The North Island's major skifields and only glaciers are on its slopes.

Ruapehu, the largest active volcano in New Zealand, is the highest point in the North Island and has three major peaks: Tahurangi (2,797 m), Te Heuheu (2,755 m) and Paretetaitonga (2,751 m). The deep, active crater is between the peaks and fills with a crater lake between major eruptions.

Start Your Trip Today

5 ways of getting around in Phoenix

Know Before You GoA guide to Phoenix, Arizona by All-Ways Travel.Wa...

View details »

Morocco: Historic Cities & Sand Dunes of the Sahara

Morocco — where history, vibrant cultures, and tantalizing flavours...

View details »

Sydney Roundtrip: Australia's Greatest Hits

Whether you're a nature lover, city slicker, or total beach bum, Au...

View details »

Colombian Adventure: Hot Springs & Bogotá Streets

From friendly locals to vibrant neighbourhoods, misty mountains, an...

View details »