3169 Tongariro Crossing (possibly by night)

Weekend 21st - 23rd February 2025

Experience the Tongariro Alpine Crossing under the glow of a full moon! This adventure offers a whole new way to see the landscape, and with (hopefully) clear skies, the moonlight will light the way.

We’ll head to Ruapehu on Friday night and stay at our club hut for the weekend. Whether we do the walk on Friday or Saturday night will be weather dependent and will be determined closer to the date. After our moonlit adventure, we’ll return to the hut for a well-deserved rest before travelling home on Sunday.

Scenic highlights at night include:

• Emerald Lakes and Blue Lake: These vibrant lakes reflect the moonlight, creating an almost surreal glow against the darkened volcanic backdrop.
• Red Crater: The rust-coloured crater takes on an eerie beauty in the moonlight, with stark contrasts between the volcanic rock and the shadows.

Views of Mount Ngauruhoe: Ngauruhoe stands out dramatically in the moonlight, adding to the experience of the Crossing.

Leader:	Les Warren	Phone:	027 8644937
Grade:	Medium	Email:	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Transport:	Senior member	$120 - 150	Senior non-member	member +$10
Accommodation:		with transport

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