Ruapehu District

Manawatū-Whanganui

As you head towards Mt Ruapehu this beaut sits on your left. Also known as Mount Doom on LOTR. Mount Ngauruahoe
As you head towards Mt Ruapehu this beaut sits on your left. Also known as Mount Doom on LOTR. Mount Ngauruahoe
Kia Ora tour March/April 2017 in New Zealand. Hike to the "Bridge to Nowhere"
Seen from the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, this is Mt. Ngauruhoe - which some of you may know as Mt. Doom from the Lord of the Rings films. Located in Tongariro National Park on New Zealand's North Island. #tongariro #nz #newzealand #volcano #troveon
Beautiful Tongariro Alpine crossing #blue

Popular cities in Ruapehu District

Iwikau Village showing signage
Tongariro National Park
Known for Dining, Friendly people and Bars
Upscale Tongariro National Park is calling! Discover its mountain views, food, skiing, and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Tongariro National Park
  • Tongariro Alpine Crossing
  • Mount Tongariro
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Kia Ora tour March/April 2017 in New Zealand. Hike to the "Bridge to Nowhere"
Whanganui National Park
Known for Natural parks and Adventure
Trip time! Discover the parks and adventure in Whanganui National Park.

Reasons to visit

  • Whanganui National Park
  • Bridge to Nowhere
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That morning was frosty outside and the moon was still up, facing the sun rising up behind the mountain ! Spectacular :) Ohakune you are so pretty ☀️❄️
Ohakune
Known for Mountains, Skiing and Nature
Ohakune awaits: its mountain views, skiing, safaris, and more!
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The lush winter colours of the farmland in the central north island at sunrise.
Taumarunui
Known for Friendly people, Tours and Spas
Explore relaxing Taumarunui: its spas, golf, gardens, and more!
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Raetihi
Raetihi
Known for Mountains, Relaxing and Running
Get away to relaxing Raetihi! Enjoy the forests, riverfront, and entertainment.
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Waiouru
Waiouru
Known for Museums
Trip time! Discover the museums in Waiouru.
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