Manawatu - Wanganui

North Island

Manawatu - Wanganui

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

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Nestled amongst the trees along the scenic Whanganui River Walkway you will find this award winning architectural gem.

Totara Reserve camping grounds hide amongst native bush, hugging the crystal clear Pohangina River. - Two camping grounds - Large BBQ's...

Apiti Domain

Apiti Domain

Overnight Camping

FREE campsite for non self-contained and self-contained. Maximum 3 night's stay per calendar month. 1min drive / 15min walk to small town...

Knights-Shorts Loop Track

Apiti, Western Ruahine Forest Park

Time: 8 - 10 hr

Alice Nash Memorial Heritage Lodge Track

Apiti, Western Ruahine Forest Park

Time: 45 min

Retro Playground

Mangahao Makahika Track

Mangaore, Tararua Forest Park

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

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Bridge to Nowhere

Bridge to Nowhere Walk

Mangapurua/Kaiwhakauka Valleys

approx 4.6 km return | 1 hour 15 minutes return

Enjoy a scenic paddle on the Whanganui River.

The best away-from-civilisation experience ever

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...

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

Bartlett's Ford Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

Bartletts Ford is a 0.6250ha reserve with the river running alongside. It is popular for casual summer recreation with river access, swimming...

Rates Powered sites $16. One or two people. Additional person $2 each per night. Non powered $10. One or two people. Additional person $2...