Mt Ruapehu

Ohakune Helicopter Tours: Top 5 Unforgettable Experiences

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Ohakune Helicopter Tours: Top 5 Unforgettable Experiences Okay, so you’re thinking about seeing Ohakune and maybe, like, wanting a bit of excitement? You’re after something really memorable, maybe a bird’s-eye view of Mount Ruapehu? It’s almost like that, Ohakune helicopter tours could be just what you need! It turns out that, finding the perfect tour, that is, can feel a little overwhelming. Still, that’s why I’ve put together this guide, almost a list, to some of the best experiences you could hope for in the area. Very much think of this as your cheat sheet to flying high in Ohakune! …

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An Honest Look: My 2025 Private Mt Ruapehu Summit Plateau Guided Hike

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An Honest Look: My 2025 Private Mt Ruapehu Summit Plateau Guided Hike Honestly, the idea of walking on an active volcano is something else entirely. We stood there, sort of looking at the booking confirmation for the ‘Private Mt Ruapehu Summit Plateau Guided Hike’ for what felt like ages. Actually, it’s one of those things you see in pictures, but being there, at the foot of this sleeping giant in Tongariro National Park, is a very different feeling. To be honest, I wanted to write this review because so many descriptions online sound a bit sterile, a bit like a …

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