Our Mountainous Heart
The Highlights from Tongariro to Lake Taupō
Planning a trip? From Tongariro to Lake Taupō, discover Verve’s guide to the best hot spots along the way.
Tongariro National Park
Tongariro National Park holds dual Unesco World Heritage status, recognised both for its profound cultural meaning and its raw natural grandeur.
Tongariro draws around a million visitors a year, lured by world-class hiking and skiing in one of the country's most accessible wilderness areas.
Shadow of History
Chateau Tongariro
Perched in the heart of Tongariro National Park, the grand old Chateau Tongariro welcomed its first guests way back in 1929.
