We’re in the Top 10 Worldwide Experiences!

We’d like to thank each and every one of our guests who took the time to review and rate us on Tripadvisor during the last 12 months. As a result of the hundreds of overwhelmingly positive reviews and high score ratings we received, we’ve been listed in the top 10 experiences to do worldwide for […]
We Are Hiring!

Want to work with us? We are currently recruiting for the upcoming season! We’re looking for Tour Guides, Safety Condutors, Bus Drivers and Food Heroes to join our talented and friendly team! Full training provided. Full and part time positions available. Applications close Friday 29th August 2025.
Send all CVs and cover letters to Careers@fwa.co.nz
Successful applicants must be available to work from 30th September 2025 to 9th May 2026.
Get in touch today!
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Manunui Primary School enjoys a ride on the rails

An exciting day out riding the rails for the children of Manunui Primary School
UK’s ‘Hardest Geezer’ visits FWA

British endurance athlete is currently running the length of NZ
New season. New website – with online booking!

We’re out of winter hibernation and our first tours have departed! We’re incredibly excited to launch not only our 2024/25 season, but a brand new website! The most important feature of this site is that you can now book any of our six experiences online!
Congratulations to the Chef’s Table at Blue Duck Station!

The Chef’s Table at Blue Duck Station, one of our valued partners and a feature on our EPIC experience, has been awarded Specialist Restaurant of the Year at Aotearoa’s only national restaurant awards, the Cuisine Good Food Awards 24, alongside a 2 hat rating! Nestled alongside the idyllic Whanganui National Park, it’s a restaurant like no other…
Travellers’ Choice Award Winner 2024!

We’re honoured! Thanks to the thousands of guests who’ve raved about their Forgotten World adventure and encouraged others to tick us off their bucket list. Thanks also to our professional and passionate team who make it all possible. Roll on Season 2024/25! Let’s ride those rails!
We raised $11,590 for Taumarunui Women’s Refuge – thank you!

We’re delighted to announce that we have raised a grand total of $11,590 for the Taumarunui Women’s Refuge through our inaugural fundraiser event. ‘Ride for Refuge’ took place on Saturday 13th April when around 40 special guests, including rugby royalty Sir Wayne Smith KNZM, departed the Forgotten World Motel for their day’s adventure. Accompanied by local […]
‘Ride for Refuge’ with Sir Wayne Smith – Fundraiser Event

Join us for our inaugural fundraiser for the Taumarunui Women’s Refuge and an unforgettable day out on the tracks with special guest Sir Wayne Smith – Saturday 13th April