Discover the volcanic history of Mt Ruapehu on this off track hike down the lahar path from the top of the Tukino Mountain Road
Look at paths from the ancient Rangipo mega lahars, and the more recent (1995, 2007 x 2) lahar activity down the Whangaehu and at the site of the Bund (man-made barrier). Also make stops at the charred forest created by the Taupo blast.
Trip Length: 7 hours including travel to and from Turangi
Minimum Age: 10
Maximum Participants: 30. Minimum 5 participants for trip to proceed.
Meeting Place: Parking lot behind the Mustard Seed Café, Turangi, or at a place pre-arranged with the trip leader
Transport: Own
Cost: Koha
Trip may be cancelled or postponed due to poor weather. Postponement date is Friday 7th Jan 2022. Other conditions for cancellation/postponement include covid alert level changes.
Participants are asked to bring the following:
Waterproof and warm clothing
Packed lunch and water
Tramping boots
Sunglasses/sunscreen/sunhat
Gloves and warm hat
Snacks and drinks
Personal first aid kit
Personal medication
Camera (optional)
Please note: the Trip leader reserves the right to refuse anyone who is insufficiently equipped.
COVID-19 POLICY
Please find below important information regarding our policy under the Covid-19 Protection Framework. This policy is valid whether we are in red, orange, or green in the traffic light system.
All trips (except the Avian Aversion Training) will require attendees to wear a mask to the meeting point and show a valid vaccination passport. A DOC employee will cite vaccination passports at the meeting point on the day of your trip. These settings are to keep volunteers, staff, and attendees safe, as well as for the safety of the wider communities we operate in.
Avian Aversion Training attendees do not have to have a vaccination passport but must be wearing a mask.
All trip leaders are double vaccinated.