Waihohonu Hut
Located in Tongariro National Park in the Central North Island region
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Introduction
This is a 28-bunk hut located on the Tongariro Northern Circuit Great Walk in the Tūrangi Taupo area.Easy walk from road end
Facilities
- Cooking
- Heating
- Mattresses
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
Seasonal restrictions
In the Great Walks season (25 October 2024 – 30 April 2025)
- Bookings are required
- Huts have gas cookers and resident wardens
Outside the Great Walks season (1 May – 24 October)
- Bookings are not required - first come, first served
- There are no gas cookers or resident wardens
Image gallery
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Waihohonu Hut view Image: Sarah Wilcox | Creative Commons
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Waihohonu Hut Image: Janette Asche ©
![People inside Waihohonu Hut.]( "People inside Waihohonu Hut.")
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Waihohonu Hut Image: Janette Asche ©
![Inside Waihohonu Hut.]( "Inside Waihohonu Hut.")
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Waihohonu Hut Image: Janette Asche ©
![Waihohonu Hut.]( "Waihohonu Hut.")
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Waihohonu Hut Image: Janette Asche ©
![Waihohonu Hut and surrounds.]( "Waihohonu Hut and surrounds.")
Altitude: 1150 m
Fees
In the Great Walks season (25 October 2024 – 30 April 2025)
New Zealand citizens and those ordinarily resident in New Zealand:
- Adult (18+ years): $44 per person, per night
- Child (5 to 17 years): $22 per person, per night
International visitors:
- Adult (18 years and over): $66 per person, per night
- Child (17 years and under): $33 per person, per night
Proof of eligibility is required for the New Zealand rate.
Outside the Great Walks season (1 May – 24 October)
For all visitors:
- Adult (18 years and over): $25 per person, per night
- Child (5 to 17 years): $12.50 per person, per night
Bookings are not required. Before you go, buy 1 Serviced Hut Ticket (green) for each night's stay. Put these in the honesty box at the hut.
About hut tickets and passes | Retailers that sell hut tickets and passes
Backcountry Hut Passes can only be used in this hut from 1 May to 24 October. Passes cannot be used from 25 October to 30 April.
Bookings
In the Great Walks season, book Waihohonu Hut online or contact the Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre. Read the terms and conditions before you book.
Outside the Great Walks season, bookings are not required - first come, first served.
Tracks to this hut
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Round the Mountain Track
Located in Tongariro National ParkThe Round the Mountain Track showcases the varied volcanic landscapes and alpine vegetation on the flanks of the active volcano Mount Ruapehu.Duration 4 - 6 daysDifficulty Advanced -
Tongariro Northern Circuit
Located in Tongariro National ParkFrom late October to April, explore the volcanic heart of Tongariro National Park, a landscape of stark glacial contrasts and alpine views. From May to late October, it can be cold and wet, with ice, snow, avalanches and short daylight hours - only go if you have navigation and alpine skills.Duration 3-4 daysDifficulty Intermediate, Advanced, Expert
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: BJ35
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1831343, N5656647
Contacts
| Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre | |
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| Phone | +64 7 892 3729 |
| tongarirovc@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | Whakapapa Village State Highway 48 Mount Ruapehu 3951 |
| Hours | Visitor centre hours and services |