Whakapapaiti Valley

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Spectacularly barren rocky alpine terrain gives way to a tussock grass filled valley. With delicate alpine plants, a river crossing, boardwalks over eerie alpine bog-land, beech forest, and stunning views of Mt Ruapehu, this walk has much to offer, all without having to climb over a mountain!

Starting from high on the road that leads to the Whakapapa Ski field, this track has a nice easy start to arm up, before zig-zagging down to the valley floor. After passing a typical back country hut, the track crosses the Whakapapaiti Stream. Often this can be crossed with dry feet, but that depends a little on the day!

The terrain is fairly easy going, with a fantastic variety of alpine plants and forest.

A good option if the weather is not suitable for high altitude walks.

Prices

Trip size: 2 or more people Trip Size: 1 Person
$180.00 per person $275.00 per person

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