Close your eyes and imagine a freestone river so clear that the water looks blue, like the turquoise of a swimming pool. The sun is shining, lighting up every boulder, pebble and silt particle lying on the bottom of the river. You stealthily walk with your guide along the river, your eyes scanning for shadows in the pocket water. Your guide freezes, crouches to the ground, you follow, concerned that you did not react quickly enough. He turns and whispers pointing to a particular place in the river with slow deliberate movements. Your eyes follow the direction of his finger. You are delighted by your improving ability to see what your guide is gesturing at, yet still astonished at his eyesight. As the shadow becomes clearer and your vision focuses on it, your thoughts turn to pure anticipation of the matter in hand.

Tongariro Lodge is situated in park-like grounds on the banks of the Tongariro River adjacent to the southern shores of Lake Taupo. The year-round outdoor playground of Tongariro National Park is only a short distance away. Enjoy a superb meal in one of our dining rooms, relax in the lounge or enjoy a game of chess in the library. Established in 1982, the Lodge has an excellent reputation for gourmet dining, the finest accommodation, quality outdoor activities; and the very best in trout fishing guides. Tongariro Lodge offers old fashioned comfort and style combined with friendly personal service.