Deluxe Guided Tongariro Crossing Getaway

Nourish, challenge and rejuvenate your body with our luxury winter-guided Tongariro crossing getaway.

The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is a must-do for anyone who visits or resides in our beautiful country. You’ll walk amongst absolutely breath-taking scenery, with stunning views of the mountains, pass by historical lava flows, an active volcanic crater, and glistening lakes.

Our luxury-guided Tongariro Crossing getaway combines comfort, service, and indulgence to make the hiking experience the finest in the country. On the night of your arrival, enjoy a delectable share platter and a New Zealand fine sparkling wine.
Your crossing experience will be safe, enjoyable, and eye-opening with complimentary hiking gear provided and the added luxury of your own exclusive guide. As one of a small group of select professionals with a concession to guide in the mountain, your guide will come prepared with the equipment, knowledge, and experience to hold you in safe hands as they regale you with stories and insights about the history, geography, and culture of the phenomenal landscape before you.

As part of this limited-time offer, you will enjoy these inclusions:

Bottle of fine sparkling New Zealand wine on arrival
A shared antipasto platter on arrival
A hamper of gourmet breakfast provisions on arrival
An exclusive, privately guided crossing by an experienced mountain guide where, after taking in the most popular vistas, you can escape the crowds and explore rarely seen, superb views of the Tongariro surrounds from special mountain trails.
On-site concierge service

Booking Guidelines:

Package must be booked at least 24 hrs prior to arrival

Applies to direct bookings only

Package dates valid Now - 31st October 2023

Stay must be completed by October 31st, 2023

Promotion not available on public holidays

Minimum stay 2 nights
Rates are quoted for a single party of up to Two guests
Not valid in conjunction with any other offer
All prices quoted are in New Zealand dollars and include 15% GST
This package is subject to availability.

Rate: NZ$ $2,989 for two guests for two nights inclusive of GST. For stays until 31st October 2023

(Package must be booked at least 24 prior to arrival)

Our Booking policy:
In order to secure your booking, we will charge the total amount (accommodation, meals & activities) when the booking is placed.

Our payment policy:
We will send you a credit/debit card payment link at the time of booking for your total amount including activities. Incidental charges can be settled at the time of checkout by credit/debit card or cash.

What our guests had to say

We stayed in the cottage as two couples to do the Tongariro crossing. Our hosts were very helpful in coordinating our plans and arrival. They provided anything we needed. It was also a fabulous place to come back to after finishing the hike to lounge in the backyard and bbq a nice meal. They had...

David Friedkin

Jason & Rebecca and their staff made us very welcome and were very attentive. The room with en-suite was very comfortable and the food was as good as you would find in any fine dining experience. Anthony on front-of-House was exceptionally good. Lovely gardens. All in all, a really...

Tony A

Just steps away from the Tongariro river, rolling pastures, and serene nature paths, our stay at River Birches couldn't have been better. The lodge itself is beautifully designed with nature in mind, while also offering comfortable, elegant, and stylish amenities that were thoughtfully put...

Ana O

My husband and I stayed at River Birches for the last three nights of our New Zealand trekking vacation. Jason and Rebecca were fantastic! Jason provided first-rate advice on hiking the Tongariro Crossing, including weather, gear, and transportation. After conquering that day of other-worldy...

Michele T

We stayed at the cottage, which was beautifully designed and very homey. Jason was very attentive and was really helpful with planning for the Tongariro crossing/fly fishing. Dinner was also great. We will definitely want to go back next time we visit New Zealand!

Christina Y

Words will not do River Birches and Rebecca and Jason justice. I could find nothing to fault. It is just perfect. John went fishing and I, thanks to a recommendation by Jason, tackled the Tongariro Crossing. This will go down as one of my greatest achievements. The guides they booked for both...

Yvonne

We stayed at the cottage, very beautiful and cosy. Place is nice and clean, kitchen is very well equipped. We had dinner on site and everything was perfect. Kids loved the place, everyone there was amazing. New World is less than 5min driving.

rei88

We stayed here for 2 nights, our room was beautiful and stylish with a private garden . The owners Jason and Rebecca were attentive and charming hosts. The breakfasts were wonderful and everything, from the locally sourced blueberries to the freshly roasted coffee beans were of the highest...

LindaT

We recently stayed at River Birches and I cannot say enough positive things. Rebecca and Jason are attentive and wonderful hosts and Anthony is an amazing chef! Such a special place, wonderful surroundings, grounds, rooms and food. We even travelled with our 11 year old daughter and they made...

Julie S

Our family stayed at the River Birches Lodge for a little less than a week and enjoyed every moment of it. The lodge itself is well kept, inviting, and very cozy! Jason and Rebeca are very hands on and accomodating; they want you to have the most amazing stay and experience the most of the area...

Stephanie Ortiz