Manawatu - Wanganui

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Manawatu - Wanganui

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

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Enjoy a scenic paddle on the Whanganui River.

The best away-from-civilisation experience ever

Bridge to Nowhere

Bridge to Nowhere Walk

Mangapurua/Kaiwhakauka Valleys

approx 4.6 km return | 1 hour 15 minutes return

Over looking the iconic
Bridge to Nowhere

The one-stop shop for Whanganui River experiences.

River Quarters overlooking the Whanganui River

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

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Whanganui Journey

Whanganui National Park

Time: Up to 5 days, Distance: 145 km

Mangapurua/Kaiwhakauka Track

Mangapurua/Kaiwhakauka valleys

Time: 3 - 4 days (20 hr), Distance: 40 km

Amazing what you can get while shifting the cows!
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