--- title: A Locals Guide To The Tongariro Crossing description: Learn how to have the best Tongariro Alpine Crossing experience. Learn for a local with extensive mountain experience. Learn about the weather. When's the best time to do the hike. What gear your need. Learn how to choose a good shuttle company to suit your needs. Free topo map included. image: https://info.discoverynz.com/hubfs/TAC%20Guide%20Cover.jpg --- [![Disco Logo Transparent Charcoal](https://info.discoverynz.com/hs-fs/hubfs/DiscoveryLodge_2020%20Theme/Logo/Disco%20Logo%20Transparent%20Charcoal.png?width=854&height=200&name=Disco%20Logo%20Transparent%20Charcoal.png "Disco Logo Transparent Charcoal")](https://www.discoverynz.com) World Heritage Park Tongariro ![IMG_3925 1920 x 800](https://info.discoverynz.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Landing%20Pages/IMG_3925%201920%20x%20800.jpg?width=1920&height=800&name=IMG_3925%201920%20x%20800.jpg "IMG_3925 1920 x 800") # Learn how to have the ultimate Tongariro Alpine Crossing experience ### Your guide is here Please find our [privacy policy](https://www.discoverynz.com/privacy-policy) here. ### Learn from a local. The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is one of New Zealand's most popular one day hikes. It's popular for good reason. The scenery is world class. There's nothing quite like it in New Zealand. But don't leave things to chance. With a little planning and knowledge your Tongariro Crossing will be even better.   You'll learn: - How to avoid the crowds - How to find the best shuttle company - How to make the most of any weather - What gear you need  Free Topographical Map Included Fill out the form to get exploring. ![TAC Guide Cover](https://info.discoverynz.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Landing%20Pages/TAC%20Guide%20Cover.jpg?width=373&name=TAC%20Guide%20Cover.jpg)   ### Discovery Lodge 3890 State Highway 47 National Park 3948 NEW ZEALAND Phone +64 7 892 2744 [![    Send FB Message    ](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/2583550/ebae99f7-fa10-4301-bd70-4c1798009d48.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/2583550/ebae99f7-fa10-4301-bd70-4c1798009d48) [![Edit Your Reservation](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/2583550/a4766e32-1683-444c-b078-6bb1cdd50f64.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/2583550/a4766e32-1683-444c-b078-6bb1cdd50f64) ### Get in touch Copyright © 2020 Discovery Lodge. All Rights Reserved.