Top 9 Sightseeing Tours in Manawatu-Wanganui Region, North Island

Enjoy the famous Tongariro Alpine Crossing with a private guide from Adrift Tongariro. This 19km trek is New Zealand’s best day one-day walk. The track leads up to the saddle between Mt. Ngauruhoe and Mt. Tongariro. The landscape on Tongariro is peppered with the different coloured and shaped craters that have been active at different periods, scoured volcanic rocks, mountain springs, and brightly coloured emerald lakes. Our privately guided trips provide you with a really personal, informative and friendly experience you will never forget. Experience a majestic landscape of recent resultant volcanic activity. There is a vast array of colours and textures created from Sulphur, Aluminium, Silica, and many other mineral deposits released from within the Earth’s Crust. In summer this track can get crowded and where possible, we take our clients away from the masses while making sure that the popular sights are still experienced.

Inclusions: Professional exclusive guide, Private tour, Lunch, All mountain equipment required (including crampons and ice axes during winter), All clothing and footwear hire, Transport between the Adrift Tongariro base and the activity

Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities, Transport from Taupo, Turangi, Ohakune, National Park & Whakapapa Villages available at a surcharge

Our privately guided trips provide you with a really personal, informative and friendly experience you will never forget. For those who like a little challenge, we offer a private Mt. Ngauruhoe guided walk. The near perfect volcanic cone of Mt. Ngauruhoe entices many visitors to its summit. It is 2287m high and last erupted in 1975. This is not a track and is less stable walking than on the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. There are parts of the climb that are reasonably steep up to 33° (ropes are not required) however some section to feel slightly exposed. We follow the Tongariro Alpine Crossing track up the Mangatepopo Valley to the saddle between Mt. Ngauruhoe and Mt. Tongariro (up to 2hr). Then we take a route that leads to the foot of a ridge near the centre of Mt. Ngauruhoe. We follow the rock ridge or on either side of the mountain directly up toward the summit.

Inclusions: Professional exclusive guide, Private tour, Lunch, All mountain equipment required (including crampons and ice axes during winter), Transport between the Adrift Tongariro base and the activity, All clothing and footwear hire

Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities, Transport from Taupo, Turangi, Ohakune, National Park & Whakapapa Villages available at a surcharge

Experience the best of what the amazing west coast of NZ’s North Island has to offer. Travel from Auckland via Waitomo Caves and Taranaki to Wellington. Combine stunning scenery and wide range of activities with plenty of options to choose from. See incredible locations that have been sets for major movies and journey through a truly breathtakingly beautiful part of New Zealand.

Inclusions: Fully guided Private Tour in Mercedes luxury vehicle., Pick-up in Auckland & drop-off in Wellington itinerary from Wellington to Auckland possible too)., Tour times flexible to work in with your requirements., Complimentary snacks & water., All guide expenses (e.g. guide accommodation & meals)., All tours support local eco-cultural initiatives.

Exclusions: Potential entry fees., Guest accommodation and meals., Anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.

See stunning scenery and some of the most fascinating film locations from the “Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” movies on this Private Multi Day Tour. Step in Frodo and Bilbo Baggins’ footprints and explore the Hobbiton Movie Set in Middle Earth as well as the fascinating “Hairy Feet” Scenic Film Location. Marvel at the deserted fields of Mordor and see stunning Mt Ngauruhoe, also called Mt Doom in “The Lord of the Rings”.

Inclusions: Fully guided Private Tour in Mercedes luxury vehicle., Pick-up/drop-off in Auckland incl airport/cruise terminal., Tour times flexible to work in with your requirements., Complimentary snacks & water., All guide expenses (e.g. guide accommodation & meals)., All tours support local eco-cultural initiatives.

Exclusions: Potential entry fees., Guest accommodation and meals., Anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.

Enjoy an amazing wilderness mountain biking experience on New Zealand's best 2 day mountain bike trail. Enjoy genuine Kiwi hospitality and comfort at Timber Trail Lodge. We take care of everything. Suitable for people of reasonable fitness.

Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary, Overnight accommodation, Shuttle transport to the start of the Timber Trail, Secure vehicle parking, Baggage transfer, Dinner, breakfast and lunch (Day 2), Bike Hire, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: This ride is suitable for adults and competent younger riders.

Our privately guided trips provide you with a really personal, informative and friendly experience you will never forget. Your guides are well informed and keep you safe by constantly assessing the weather and track conditions, timing for your personalised transport pick-up, and other little details that will maximise your enjoyment. They can also tailor the trip to accommodate different fitness levels and avoid weather-exposed sections. For those who like a manageable challenge, we offer a full day private Ruapehu Guided hike. Mt. Ruapehu is the highest (2797m) of the three active andesitic volcanoes in the Tongariro National Park. The last eruption on Mt. Ruapehu was in 2007. Join us for lunch on top of the North Island highest volcano from where you can gaze down into the geothermal waters of the crater lake. Please note this is not a track and is less stable walking than on the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.

Inclusions: Experienced and qualified guide, All mountain equipment required (including crampons and ice axes during winter), Round-trip shared transfer from the Adrift Tongariro base, Lunch , All equipment, boots and clothing needed to ensure that you are safe and comfortable.

Exclusions: Drinks, Transport from Taupo, Turangi, Ohakune, National Park & Whakapapa Villages available at a surcharge

Five stars rated service at google (Brightlane nz) and offer the best service and tours, your flexible schedule and time for your travel time and one Private vehicle you may share with your own group of people and no additional charges, maximum 6 passengers per group, our fees is per vehicle only and not per person so you may save lots of money

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation, Phone chargers, face mask & hand sanitizer

Exclusions: Activity fees , Accommodation , Food

Tongariro National Park is New Zealand's oldest national park and a dual World Heritage Site. The Tongariro National Park is rich in both cultural identity and dramatic, awe-inspiring natural scenery. Unique landforms, including the volcanic peaks of Ngauruhoe, Tongariro and Ruapehu ensure the Tongariro Alpine Crossing is considered a world-renowned trek. The Must-Haves For Your Trek: Tongariro National Park can be subject to unpredictable weather, and conditions can change quickly. It is important that all walkers carry the essentials for their journey across. Take: Food and plenty of fluid, especially in the summer months. If you are planning on completing any of the summit tracks, ensure you have additional water supplies. Waterproof and wind-proof raincoat and trousers Strong, sturdy boots (you will be trekking over uneven volcanic terrain) Warm clothing layers:woollen or polypropylene thermals and fleece Hat and gloves Sunscreen and sunglasses First Aid Kit Map Cellphone

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Fully guided return transfers from Auckland, Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland CBD, Complimentary refreshments and water on board, A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour, Luxurious temperature controlled transportation, Free Admission at Huka Falls and Lake Taupō , Entry to 2.5 Hour Māori Rock Carving Cruise, Admission & Self-Guided Tongariro Alpine Crossing Experience, Tongariro Alpine Crossing Shuttles (Return Transport), Hand-picked accommodation, selected to immerse you in your destination

Exclusions: Breakfast Excluded on Day1, Dinner, Lunch Excluded on Day1

Five stars rated service at google (Brightlane nz) and We offer tours with your flexible time from Auckland and return to Auckland , our price is per vehicle charges only and you may go with your own people and maximum 6 passengers,. private luxury vehicle and friendly chauffeur

Inclusions: Free Face Masks and Hand Sanitizer , Phone chargers onboard , Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Private transportation, WiFi on board

Exclusions: activity fees or entry fees not included, Not permitted any alcohol in vehicle , Not included any food such as breakfast, lunch and dinner, it’s Passengers own expenses