Top Things to do in Ruapehu
What to do and see in Ruapehu, North Island: The Best Things to do Adventurous
Discover the best top things to do in Ruapehu, New Zealand including Canoe Safaris, Whanganui River Canoes, Mountain Bike Station, Mellonsfolly Ranch, Whakapapa - Mt Ruapehu.
Restaurants in Ruapehu
1. Canoe Safaris
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 190 reviews
Guided tours from 1 to 5 days in the Whanganui National Park. Suitable for all ages and all fitness levels. Family trips a speciality. Operating for 40 years. Easy paddling, short Walks, Maori and European history. Fantastic meals. Fully qualified guides and we are a licensed operator. Canoe and Kayak Hire is also available.
2. Whanganui River Canoes
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 109 reviews
Join Whanganui River Canoes for a three - five day canoe/kayak trip on the Whanganui River. You can choose to 'do it yourself'with a freedom hire, or have our guides cater for you and show you the best spots along the river. You can meet us the night before your trip at the Raetihi Holiday Park for comfortable, affordable accommodation, or ask us about our Holiday Home if that is more your style. We will make sure you are packed, briefed and ready to go before you start the adventure of your lifetime.
3. Mountain Bike Station
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 181 reviews
Whether it's cruising around Ohakune quaint township, exploring the forgotten Ohakune Old Coach Road trail,blasting down to the famous Bridge to Nowhere, or take your time and enjoy the Mountains to Sea Cycletrail. The Mountain Bike Station can show you the real reason why Ruapehu has become the must-do destination for mountain bikers of all skills and thrills.
Reviewed By silverferncaro - Auckland Central, New Zealand
We used Mountain Bike Station as our bike shuttle service to get us to the start of the first two parts of the mountain to sea cycle trail: the mountain rd and the old coach rd, and I am so glad we did! I chose them after my normal extensive internet/google/TA search as they had amazing reviews and this is another one to add to their collection. Firstly, all my back and forth emails were replied to by Steph and we were given all the information and options that I asked for promptly. Secondly, their service is awesome! When we rocked up on the day of our trip I was mortified to learn I had given them the wrong date! Did they say “ sorry, we can’t do anything for you.. your bad luck..or make me feel bad for such a dumb mistake.. Nope, Steph was so nice about my “senior moment” and jumped on the phone for a pow wow with her manager to try to find a solution. After only a few minutes we were rearranged and managed to be scheduled for both of our rides and all with a smile and great professionalism. I couldn’t apologise enough for mucking up both days and they were very polite about it! After what could have been a very disappointing day, we ended up having a brilliant two rides thanks to the Mountain Bike Station. If we ever decide to do the rest of the Mountain to sea trail we would definitely chose go with this team after the great service we received. They also have a bike hire service and at the back of the store there looks like a cool clip and climb adventure space. All the staff were lovely but we especially want to thank Stephanie for her “ can do” attitude and helpful , friendly professionalism. I highly recommend their service!
4. Mellonsfolly Ranch
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 16 reviews
At the Old West Town you step back in time and experience the charm of the Old West. We offer a total Western experience from our western activities and lip smackin cowboy cuisine, to our luxurious premium rooms, elegantly furnished in Victorian style or our Plains Indian/Rustic standard rooms. Visiting us is by arrangement only.
Reviewed By IzzyCf
We had such an amazing time! We were very well looked after and the guys working there are lovely! The town itself is beautiful and so authentic, there is also an abundance of wild life in the area, including deer, moreporks, and so much more. The food was wonderful and there were always plenty of snacks. It is such a fantastic place to stay! Thank you to everyone who works there, it was great!
5. Whakapapa - Mt Ruapehu
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 437 reviews
Whakapapa is NZ’s largest ski area with 550 hectares of lift-accessed & patrolled terrain. Terrain varies from mellow slopes for beginners to epic chutes, drops & bumps for the most experienced. Whakapapa's snow factory sees it through NZ's longest ski season all the all the way from the beginning of June through to the end of October. Home to Happy Valley, a fully self-contained learners’ area boasting its own café, rental complex and ski school meeting area, while also being free of advanced skiers and snowboarders. For non-skiers and the summer season, NZ's largest gondola the NEW Sky Waka, takes you to NZ's highest eateries at the Knoll Ridge Chalet at 2020m. This spectacular ride takes you over striking volcanic terrain with views across the Tongariro National Park.
Reviewed By 246faye22 - Orewa, New Zealand
were down for the shoolchildren rugby festival and the weather was amazing so decided to go to the mountain for the day got one of the last car parks up the mountain and the shuttle bus to the top the driver was great a real friendly maori man who went out of his way to make every one feel special proud to be a newzeander with people like him we got the waka lift to cafe at top so good and perfect weather we had a hot chocolate and took some photos and loved it a little bit of a discount for gold card holders as well loved our day faye and brian
