Tongariro Crossing – 12 miles, 7 hours, 1 life experience OR All Doom, no gloom

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Tongariro Crossing hike is a one-way hike so you need a buddy to drop you and pick you up or there are several companies that provide that service. Tom chose Tongariro Expeditions and was happy with them. 

This was during our home exchange in Lake Taupo, New Zealand.

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