Accommodation Manawatū-Whanganui

If you like spending time outside, then spend the day at Tongariro National Park, located 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from central Tongariro National Park. Want to stretch your legs a little more? Head to Mangatepopo Trail Head, located nearby.

Tongariro Alpine Crossing is 14.5 mi (23.3 km) from central Tongariro National Park, why not stop by during your stay? If you like Tongariro Alpine Crossing, you'll love Mangatepopo Trail Head and Tree Trunk Gorge, both just a short drive away.

You may want to head out to Mount Ruapehu for some fresh mountain air and a bird's-eye view of Tongariro National Park.

If you want to stretch your legs and breathe in some fresh mountain air, head out to Mount Tongariro for a bird's-eye view of Tongariro National Park.

Ski the fall line at Turoa Ski Area, located 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from central Tongariro National Park. If you master the slopes, Whakapapa Ski Area is just a short drive away.

Skiers and snowboarders might want to test out the slopes at Whakapapa Ski Area, a skiing spot located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from central Tongariro National Park. If you master the slopes, Turoa Ski Area is just a short drive away.

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing, head to The Square – just one of the monuments in Palmerston North Central.

Travellers who enjoy the great outdoors might want to go to Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre, located 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from central Whakapapa.