GO NZ: Ruapehu family adventure activities, food and luxury escapes
5 May, 2021 03:06 AM
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Cycling over the Hapuawhenua viaducts. Photo / Supplied
NZ Herald
Dawn Picken finds rest and recreation in Ruapehu s mountain playground
Wind whistles as we ascend the mountain at Whakapapa. Rain decorates the panes of the Sky Waka, which whisks us up from the Top of the Bruce base area at 6m/sec. Our destination is Knoll Ridge Chalet, home to the Pinnacles Restaurant. At 2020m above sea level, it s billed as the highest restaurant in New Zealand and even getting there is a treat - the floor-to ceiling glass gondola is comfortable and quiet inside.