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Combine your Forgotten World adventure with a stay at the Forgotten World Motel in Taumarunui or at one of our recommended accommodation partners in the region.

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Local Accommodation

Choose to stay local for your comfort and convenience the night before or after your experience. The Forgotten World Motel in Taumarunui is base camp for all our adventures.

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9 Hakiaha Street, Taumarunui 3920, New Zealand

Centrally located in Taumarunui, the Forgotten World Motel is the ideal base for your Forgotten World adventure.

OMAKA LODGE

11 Omaka Road, Taumarunui 3991

Located close to Taumarunui, Omaka Lodge offers a peaceful stay with a range of activities to choose from.

ACCOMMODATION PARTNERS

We are proud to partner with some of the most authentic and professional accommodation providers in the Ruapehu region for our experiences. Each has its own identity and place in our portfolio.

Whangamōmona Hotel

6018 Ohura Road, Whangamōmona 4396

Distance from FWA: 129km

Built in 1912, the Whangamōmona Hotel boasts its own unique character with traditional decor and a popular restaurant.

Blue Duck Station

4265 Oio Road, Retaruke 3990

Enjoy countless adventures at the Blue Duck Station, where fun outdoor activities and conservation go hand in hand.

Posh Pioneers Glamping

303c Tawata Road, RD 3, Taumarunui 3980

Distance from FWA: 129km

Located completely off the grid, Posh Pioneers offers you the chance to disconnect and unwind in nature.

Bradley’s Garden Bed & Breakfast

26 Totaranui Drive, Taumarunui 3991

Experience the epitome of elegance and comfort in our secluded, private, and fully self-contained cottage. Nestled in the serene rural farming landscape, just a short 3 kilometres from town, it offers a tranquil and peaceful escape for your relaxation.

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Journey into the heart of wild New Zealand

Experience a forgotten world

Tokirima Taster

Half Day Experience

A memorable half-day rail cart adventure between Taumarunui and the old rural community of Tokirima.

$345

NZD

The Republic

Full Day Experience

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

$455

NZD

Rail River Combo

Half Day Experience

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

$455

NZD

The Ultimate

Two Day Experience

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

$1,045

NZD

The Expedition

Two Day Experience

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

$2,100

NZD

The Epic

Four Day Experience

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

$3,280

NZD

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