Tongariro Crossing: One-Way Shuttle from Secure Ketetahi Private Carpark

Experience the Tongariro Crossing with National Park Shuttles, the only Tangata Whenua operator offering one-way shuttle service from the secure Ketetahi private carpark. No waiting or rushing, just a fantastic transport journey.

Duration: 35 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Please join us at the exclusive one-way PRIVATE car park located across from the Ketetahi Track entrance.
Pick-up is available at the ONLY secure off-road car park situated opposite the hike’s end at Ketetahi on Highway 46. Kindly inform us of your pick-up time, either 7 am or 8 am. Ensure you arrive at least 15 minutes early to avoid missing the…

What's Included
  • On-site Car Park Security staff
  • Enjoy Hassle-free all-day parking
  • Safety debriefing included
  • Friendly and informative cultural insights on arrival
Additional Information

National Park Shuttles is the only Tangata Whenua (local people) operator from the National Park Village, offering a fantastic transport journey departing from the ONLY all-day secure carpark with a one-way transport shuttle service to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.
We transfer you from the private car park to the beginning of the trek (Mangatepopo)….

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Sharyn
Apr 26, 2025
Tongariro shuttle one way - Fantastic service, informative and reliable with excellent site location and drop off instructions which were easy to follow. All staff were super friendly and positive - even at 6am! We felt secure leaving our car in the carpark with a staff member watching for the day. It was a 1km flat walk down to the carpark from the finish which wasn’t too painful. Highly recommend!
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I945qhlauras
Apr 5, 2025
great service great walk - really great service. runs like a well oiled machine. the bus is old but well loved. the driver was nice and calming. his smile lit up the bus like a million candles
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Michaelli682kg
Apr 5, 2025
Best - Great driver, friendly and informative. When we had to turn back due to 110 km winds at top, driver came back and picked us up, extremely nice of him.
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Caronm917
Mar 26, 2025
Easy to book. Easy to find. Recommend highly. - Straightforward pick up at private secure car parking area. The shuttle buses arrive approximately 5 mins apart so a bit of a bun fight to get on them but everyone was respectful and polite. The driver we had was a local guy with a lot of knowledge and passion for the area. Very entertaining too. He did a Māori blessing before we set off to keep us safe on the crossing. Highly recommend.
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Talulla_c
Mar 26, 2025
Super experience, easy... - Super experience, easy and convenient. Bus was on time and staff were lovely. So nice to have your vehicle waiting at the end of the trail.
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L8600sqemilys
Mar 21, 2025
Super Easy - Super easy & it was great not having to worry about making it back on time for a shuttle busy. People were all great. Hike was well worth the challenge!
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T_vicky
Mar 17, 2025
Last minute tonga booking - We messaged last minute and Terri replied promptly and organised for us to be able to take the 7am shuttle. The car park staff on arrival were friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend!
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H1151hfkatew
Mar 16, 2025
Great shuttle - Ample parking space (at least for 6am shuttle in March), staff on gate and driving helpful and friendly. Provided clear instructions on what to expect from the service
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Fellandmud
Mar 11, 2025
Whakapapa pick up - Thanks to Tracey! 7:15 am pick up from Whakapapa village and a transfer to the wall start, good chat on the area and helpful about shuttle times etc highly recommend
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Sunshine62286621603
Mar 10, 2025
A+++++ day hike! - Wow such a beautiful hike one of my favourite day hikes i've ever done for sure! I highly recommend booking through national park shuttles, and doing the full hike. Doug our driver was kind, lovely and full of knowledge. being apart of the Maori tribe associated with Tongariro National Park (Ngāti Tuwharetoa) he had a deep understanding and connection to the land which was past on to hikers on the bus ride to the start. It gets busy and they'll be a lot people on the hike! having a service like this preserves the cultural identity and ensures preservation of this beautiful land. A+++++
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