Whakapapa Village is located at the base of the access road to Whakapapa ski field on the western side of Mount Ruapehu, which is an active volcano. The most iconic feature of the village, besides the mountains of course, is the elegant Chateau Tongariro, a large heritage hotel that was built in 1929.
With its Department of Conservation (Doc) Visitor Centre and range of bars and restaurants, Whakapapa Village is the perfect place to explore the wonders of the Tongariro National Park.
In summer it’s the ideal base for the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, New Zealand’s best one day hike, or the Tongariro Northern Circuit, one of the 'DoC Great Walks', or the more remote Around the Mountain (Ruapehu) track.
So come, stay with us at Whakapapa Holiday Park and discover the secrets of this amazing volcanic wilderness.
