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Raw and real. The Whanganui river is a major artery that has fed culture and change, shaping Aotearoa.

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Cultural Experiences

Waka Tours

5 Reviews

5 Face-to-Face

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Enjoy a scenic paddle on the Whanganui River.

Fresh Water Kayaking

Blazing Paddles Canoe Adventures

26 Reviews

11 Face-to-Face

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The best away-from-civilisation experience ever

Mangahao Makahika Track

Mangaore, Tararua Forest Park

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Time: 6 - 7 hrs going south, 7- 8 hrs going north, Distance: 15 km

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Alice Nash Memorial Heritage Lodge Track

Apiti, Western Ruahine Forest Park

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Time: 45 min

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Knights-Shorts Loop Track

Apiti, Western Ruahine Forest Park

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Time: 8 - 10 hr

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Bridge to Nowhere Walk

Mangapurua/Kaiwhakauka Valleys

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approx 4.6 km return | 1 hour 15 minutes return

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Playgrounds
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Kowhai Park Playground

Whanganui

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Retro Playground

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Over looking the iconic
Bridge to Nowhere

Bridge to Nowhere Tours

206 Reviews

9 Face-to-Face

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The one-stop shop for Whanganui River experiences.

Rafting

Mangaweka Adventure Co

10 Reviews

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River Quarters overlooking the Whanganui River

Wild Journeys

6 Reviews

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Experience kayaking, jet boating and glamping on the beautiful Whanganui River and stay in relaxed surrounds with spectacular views, wake to a...

Camping NZ App

All the great camping sites on your iPhone™, iPad™ or Android™ phone or tablet. Avoid camping penalties using this council approved app. Featuring offline maps.

Horse Trekking

River Valley Stables

14 Reviews

9 Face-to-Face

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Horse back riding, horse trekking and trail riding in the northern Rangitikei, a particularly beautiful part of New Zealand. Rides from two hours...

Bungy Jumping

Mokai Gravity Canyon

26 Reviews

14 Face-to-Face

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For thrilling adventures in velocity and adrenalin, visit Mokai Gravity Canyon, Taihape

Rafting

River Valley Rafting

48 Reviews

42 Face-to-Face

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Whanganui River Adventures

18 Reviews

18 Face-to-Face

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Boat Cruises

Paddle Steamer Waimarie

10 Reviews

5 Face-to-Face

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Relax on Waimarie Paddle Steamer. Listen to the commentary; visit the engine room and maybe throw some coal in the firebox; meet the homing pigeons...