Sunset at Ketetahi Hut

After crossing the rugged volcanic landscape of Tongariro National Park along the famous Tongariro Alpine Crossing, Ketetahi Hut, near the Ketetahi hot springs, is a popular place to rest.
Perched on a sunny terrace on the slopes of the North Crater, this remarkable spot offers breathtaking views across Lake Rotoaira towards Lake Taupo. It remains one of my absolute favorite places in New Zealand and throughout the national parks.
I will never forget the sunsets here, or those unforgettable nights when the distant lights of Taupo and the twinkling stars seemed to merge into a magical universe.