Kia Ora! Welcome to pureORAwalks. We provide guided walking tours through three forest locations in the Taupo and Tongariro/Central Plateau areas of the North Island.
Pureora Forest Park, Tongariro National Park and Whirinaki Forest Park are home to diverse ecology, birdlife and spectacular ancient trees, surrounded by stunning Central North Island scenery.With pureORAwalks you can taste, touch, hear and smell the natural beauty of Aotearoa New Zealand, the way it has been for thousands of years. These settings are perfect for a relaxing guided bushwalk in the Taupo district.
Nature Walks
Tongariro Alpine Crossing, New Zealand, Noted as Life Changing Experience in Lonely Planet’s “Best in Travel 2010” Guide
04, November, 2009 (Lake Taupo, New Zealand), The Lonely Planet released their Top Picks for travel destinations in their “Best in Travel 2010” guide book. New Zealand was chosen as one of the top 10 destinations by their global team with the Tongariro Alpine Crossing receiving the only mention in the North Island as one of the must do “life changing experiences”.
Overnight Walking Tours
- If you're after a great overnight outdoor adventure, book pureORAwalk's Go Bush camping trip and spend the night in a tent, surrounded by some of the most picturesque scenery NZ has to offer.
- For a different experience, book a stay in pureORA's Go Bush Lodge Stay accommodation! Toast marshmellows on the campfire and retire to a warm bed in our lodge building.
A Maori Cultural Experience
- One of our knowledgable Maori culture experts will guide your pureORAwalks walking tour. Your guided walk will involve Maori legends and tales of your Maori guide's ancestors, who have used the forest resources for centuries. Our guided walks are truly interactive, informative, entertaining and enjoyable for people of all ages.
we don't talk sustainability - we walk it!
pureORAwalks cares for the environment and is committed to eco-tourism, conservation and sustainability, with a deep respect for nature.