We provide guided Quad Bike and Buggy adventures through farmland, native bush and natural stream crossings. We have great views of the Central North Island Mountains and Tongariro National Park. Quad bike riders must be 16+, one rider per quad. Ruapehu Adventure Rides is located in National Park(2 kms from National Park Village at Mountain Heights Lodge) and is locally owned and operated by Karl and Maria Splitt. We operate through bush and on farmland with a variety of awesome tracks . Check us out on Face Book and Trip Advisor. What we offer: Fun, adventure, thrill, and we cater each ride to suit your ability! Risks can include death or serious injury caused by crashes and rollovers. We are open all year except Christmas Day. Tours range from 1 hour, 1.5 hour and 2 hours, 1/2 day on request min of 2 people Riders on quads MUST be 16 years and over. We offer a guided buggy ride for children and for those who don't want to ride a quad. The buggy is operated by one of our qualified guides.(We only have one buggy) We are NZ WORKSAFE APPROVED. We provide the Helmets, wet weather pants, jackets, gloves, gumboot, glasses and photos. Free transport pick ups to and from National Park. CUSTOMERS REVIEWS ???Awesome quad biking!??? Owners provide a fabulous adventure with top class service. Felt at ease once I was shown how to ride. They take photos as you go so no need for you to take your camera which is great. Will definitely return! ???Do not miss! ??? Do not miss this unforgettable experience, the most incredible views and so much fun. Karl and Maria are such lovely people, could not have made us more welcome. One of the best things I've ever done. Thanks again! ???Unique to the brim!??? With the Alpine Crossing cancelled, we still wanted to do something adventurous. Skeptical about this place being a generic and dull business, we soon realised it was the most unique, fun-filled experience offered by two of the most genuine people we've met. Both Karl and Maria were exceptional hosts/guides - the quad biking route was terrific (the real deal!) and they even sat down for a nice cuppa + banter with us afterwards. Highly recommended for all ages, would definitely come back. Visited December 2016