Riverstone Backpackers Accommodation Turangi

Tongariro Crossing Transport

Riverstone Backpackers accommodation Turangi offers quality accommodation, and shuttle bookings for exploring the Tongariro Crossing and the Tongariro Region.

We are a boutique lodge with modern facilities and a homely and relaxed atmosphere. There are native gardens, modern kitchen & bathrooms, a large covered deck and comfortable beds. Riverstone is frequently rated on TripAdvisor, as one of the best Tongariro Crossing accommodation providers.

Using this Website

Book your accommodation here, but also use this website as a guide to the Tongariro region. There are sections on the Tongariro National Park, and a choice of travel routes. For recent posts please check out our latest news and updates and recent Tongariro fly fishing reports.

Riverstone Backpackers Turangi BedroomGroup Bookings

Riverstone Backpackers accommodation Turangi welcomes group bookings and we are especially well setup for Tongariro fly fishing, snowboarding and Mt Ruapehu skiing groups. You could book the entire facility, Riverstone Backpackers catering for up to 21 people. The region offers a range of outdoor activities and trout and fly fishing guides can be arranged.

Tongariro Alpine Crossing

Turangi: Gateway to the Tongariro National Park Riverstone Recommendation

Riverstone Backpackers Turangi

Turangi Township

Riverstone Backpackers is located in Turangi Gateway to the Tongariro National Park a region offering spectacular trekking and walking, trout and fly fishing, skiing and snowboarding, Tongariro river rafting, Tokaanu hot pools & swimming, Taupo sky diving, jet boating and bungy jumping – all within 45minutes drive. Bookings for Tongariro shuttle bus and activities can be arranged free of charge.

Map & Travel Routes

Tongariro Region Riverstone Recommendation

The Tongariro Region is world famous for its diverse range of ecosystems and spectacular landscapes. There are active volcanoes in the Tongariro National Park including Mt Ngauruhoe, now better known as ‘Mt Doom’ from the Lord of the Rings films.The Tongariro National Park is one of 24 global locations that has UNESCO World Heritage Site dual status, it is an area of outstanding natural and cultural value. There are a variety of trekking and walking opportunities, the Tongariro Northern Circuit is a 3 day round trip of the mountains.

Explore the Tongariro...


Turangi Food & Eating Out Turangi Food & Eating Out A variety of Turangi food, eating out and coffee options are available within a few hundred meters walk from Riverstone Lodge & Ba...
Tongariro & Taupo Bike Trails & Cycling Tongariro Bike Trails Short, Day & Multi Day Rides There are a variety of Tongariro bike trails in the Tongariro region, the areas around Taupo township, the w...
Turangi Walks & Tokaanu Village Turangi Walks Tokaanu, Pukawa & Western Bays Tracks Turangi Walking Tracks There are many Turangi walks some at Tokaanu Village and Pukawa (SH41), the area...
Tongariro Walks & Whakapapa Tongariro Walks Whakapapa Village Trails A Variety of Scenic Volcanic alpine walks Walk - 5 minutes to 6 hours Driving - 45 minutes Whakapapa Village Trails ...
Tongariro History & Culture Tongariro History & Culture Early Maori & European In terms of NZ's young history the Tongariro Region is a comparatively long settled area, and Tongariro ...