Knoll Ridge Chalet at Whakapapa

About

New zealand's highest cafe, perched at 2020m on mt ruapehu with breathtaking views.

Why go

• Sitting above the clouds on the slopes of mount ruapehu
• That unreal “top of the world” feeling
• Exquisite views

Must try

• Sip a hot chocolate
• High tea experience

Pro tips

• Take the sky waka gondola from whakapapa village
• Hike via waterfalls descent trail
• Best visited on clear days
• Best visited during ski season

Good to know

• Weather changes fast, bring warm layers
• Gondola can close if winds pick up
• Hiking not suitable in winter without gear

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Rating

4.1 / 5 (614 reviews)

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