AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE FOR ALL​​

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Forgotten World Adventures has evolved into the authentic Kiwi experience.​

We offer guests the opportunity to self-drive their own, now iconic, Forgotten World rail cart along the 142km of heritage rail tracks whilst immersed in the truly spectacular and ever-changing native New Zealand landscape. We offer the thrill of a scenic train journey from the unmatched perspective of a rail cart, an unrivalled experience in Aotearoa, New Zealand

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our experiences

Choose from six unique adventures - each features an iconic self-driven guided rail cart journey

Half-Day | Full-Day | Multi-Day options and 2, 4 and 6 seater rail carts available

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Tokirima Taster

Half Day Experience

A memorable half-day rail cart adventure to or from the old rural community of Tokirima.

Perfect for anybody making a day trip to the Forgotten World with early and mid morning departure times.

$345

NZD

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The Republic

Full Day Experience

Our iconic full-day rail cart adventure to the unique republic of Whangamōmona.

Journey 82km along the line through breathtaking scenery and 21 hand-cut tunnels including the longest at 1.5km.

$455

NZD

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Rail River Combo

Half Day Experience

The perfect half-day rail and river combo including scenic Whanganui River jet boat ride.

This is the ideal experience for those wishing to discover the spectacularly beautiful Forgotten World by land and from the water.

$455

NZD

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The Ultimate

Two Day Experience

A remarkable two-day rail cart adventure between Taumarunui and Stratford.

Travel along the entire railway; through all 24 hand-cut tunnels, across its 90 plus hand-made bridges and see remnants of original settlements and once-thriving towns whilst being fully immersed in spectacular scenery

$1,045

NZD

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The Expedition

Two Day Experience

A two-day rail cart adventure including spectacular helicopter flight and jet boat ride.

Ride the rails through 20 hand-built tunnels to the Republic of Whangamōmona, helicopter over the Whanganui National Park, enjoy a guided bush walk to the Bridge to Nowhere and journey back up the majestic Whanganui River.

$2,100

NZD

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The Epic

Four Day Experience

An unforgettable four-day adventure with full immersion in the region's dramatic landscapes.

Explore the entire railway – travel the 142km length of the heritage line. Stay at the iconic Whangamōmona Hotel in the self-proclaimed Republic, enjoy a second overnight in Whanganui and a third at the award-winning Blue Duck Station.

$3,280

NZD

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Custom Experience

Five Day Experience

Forgotten World Adventures are experts in designing exclusive custom experiences for our guests

We’ll custom design the ultimate experience for you, your friends & family. From rails to trails, rivers and helicopters – we’ll build your ultimate experience.

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