Book a Shuttle to Whakapapa, Mt Ruapehu Ski Field

Enjoy a stress-free day on the mountain as we take care of the logistics so you can focus on exploring. We offer a hassle-free round-trip shuttle to Whakapapa Ski Fields. Whakapapa Ski Field’s incredible natural volcanic terrain offers an awesome range of slopes for skiers and riders of all levels.

Learn about the culture that shapes this incredible region from our local drivers, and arrive safely ready to enjoy a day in the snow. Book a Waimarino National Park to Whakapapa shuttle and hit the slopes!

Our Whakapapa Shuttle Service

Return Shuttle to Whakapapa from Turangi

Enjoy a round-trip from Turangi to Whakapapa Ski Fields with our stress-free service. Avoid waiting in long vehicle queues or trying to find a park; book a ride with us.

Park up in Turangi, and we will collect you from our designated pickup point. Once you’ve had your fun at the mountain, you’ll take a Tongariro Ruapehu mountain shuttle from Whakapapa back to your vehicle.

Travel Times

7.30 am - 4.00 pm

*Traffic times may vary.

Price

from $80.00

Transport Duration

60 minutes - one-way.

*Traffic times may vary.

Waimarino National Park Shuttle to Whakapapa

Enjoy a round-trip in a shuttle from Waimarino National Park to Whakapapa Ski Fields. There’s no need to worry about finding a car park—park at one of our designated spots, and we will collect you and take you up to the ski fields.

Once you’ve had your fun at the mountain, we will drop you back at the car park with a Tongariro Ruapehu mountain shuttle from Whakapapa.

Travel Times

09.00 am - 1.00 pm

10.00 am - 2.00 pm

11.00 am - 3.00 pm

* Traffic times may vary.

Price

from $45.00

Transport Duration

20 minutes

-Traffic times may vary.

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Why Choose Our Shuttle Services?

Winter Hospitality

Whether it’s a round-trip on a shuttle from Turangi to Whakapapa or a one-way adventure to the mountains, experience authentic manaakitanga with our Māori-owned shuttle services. Your driver will share the cultural stories that connect local Māori to this sacred maunga.

Local Mountain Expertise

As a #1 TripAdvisor-rated team, we’ve spent years living and working in this beautiful region, getting to know the area and its conditions like the back of our hand. You’ll arrive safely regardless of what nature delivers.

Comfort and Convenience

Our Whakapapa shuttles are warm and comfortable, with plenty of space to store your gear. There’s no need to worry about driving conditions or returning to your car after a tiring day on the slopes; we’ll take care of everything to ensure a stress-free mountain adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Tongariro Ruapehu Mountain Shuttle Services

What to know before you go: Conditions on the mountain can change rapidly, so it's important to be prepared.

  • Wear warm clothes that can be layered, with an outer layer that is water and windproof
  • Ensure you have a warm hat, gloves, and scarf
  • Wear sturdy wet-weather footwear
  • Make sure you can be seen with colourful outer layers
  • Know your limits to ensure your safety and the safety of those around you

Your safety is our number one priority, and we are constantly monitoring the conditions on the mountain to ensure we can get you there safely.

Our four-wheel-drive vehicles are fully equipped with snow chains, and our drivers have more than ten years of alpine driving experience—book a shuttle Whakapapa skiers trust.

Book Today Your Shuttle to Whakapapa

Ready to secure your spot on a Waimarino National Park shuttle to Whakapapa? Make a booking ASAP, as seats fill up quickly! You can choose from optional departure and return times. If you have any special requests, please let us know when booking.

Please arrive 15 minutes before departure so that we can run on time. If the mountain is closed due to bad weather conditions, you may change your booking to another day or receive a refund. *Terms and conditions apply.

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"Thank you for supporting local business"

Please acknowledge our appreciation of 'Thanks to you' for travelling with us 'Backyard Tours' an approved Department of Conservation transport operator.

A portion of your transport cost contributes to the maintenance of the Tongariro National Park UNESCO first dual heritage National Park in the World.

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