Itinerary

• Tokirima Taster

  Departure 7:30am

  After checking in at the Forgotten World Motel in Taumarunui 30 minutes before departure, we will shuttle you out to your waiting rail cart at Okahukura, ten minutes away from base. Set off down the line along 40km of the Forgotten World railway. Travel through 10 tunnels, including the longest tunnel (1.5km), and marvel at the impressive hand-built brick tunnels. Enjoy cruising through spectacular hill country farms and native bush at a leisurely pace.
  A quaint rail-side picnic lunch and our fabulous home-baking will be waiting upon your arrival at Tokirima, after which you will board your return shuttle. On your return journey you'll have the opportunity to visit Lauren's Lavender Farm in its stunningly beautiful countryside setting. Here you can breathe in the relaxing aromas of the lavender fields on the banks of the Whanganui River and browse the gift shop's wondrous lavender products. You can purchase hot and cold drinks and warm scones/muffins etc. Board the shuttle to return to the Forgotten World Motel - you'll arrive at approximately 1pm.

  Departure 11:00am

  After checking in at the Forgotten World Motel in Taumarunui 30 minutes before departure, we will shuttle you out to Lauren's Lavender Farm in its stunningly beautiful countryside setting. Here you can breathe in the relaxing aromas of the lavender fields on the banks of the Whanganui River and browse the gift shop's wondrous lavender products. You can purchase hot and cold drinks and warm scones/muffins etc. Board the shuttle again and continue your journey into the Forgotten World.  A quaint rail-side picnic lunch and our fabulous home-baking will be awaiting upon your arrival at Tokirima, after which you will board your waiting rail cart. Set off down the line along 40km of the Forgotten World railway. Travel through 10 tunnels, including the longest tunnel (1.5km), and marvel at the impressive hand-built brick tunnels. Enjoy cruising through spectacular hill country farms and native bush at a leisurely pace on your journey back to Okahukura, ten minutes from Taumarunui. The shuttle will then return you to the Forgotten World Motel - you'll arrive at approximately 4.30pm.

• Latest TripAdvisor Reviews!

  "Just do it!"

  Our group of 4 did the half day trip, shuttled to Tokirima and rail carts back. A great length trip if you are travelling with elderly. These guys have got things organised, from a lovely lunch, right down to the homebaked cookies for afternoon tea and interesting information along the way. Fabulous guides - Ray, Dave and our shuttle driver for the day, Jo. You don't have to be a rail enthusiast to enjoy this great day out with loads of history and scenic views of this beautiful, hidden gem in the middle of NZ. (5-stars, Trip Advisor Jan 2024)

   

  "Great day out"

  We did the Tokirima 10 half day trip. We absolutely loved the day. Beautifully scenic and the guides were just brilliant. A real highlight of our holiday and I'd recommend this to anyone. We went away vowing to come back and do the full day trip through to Whangamomona next time. (5-stars, 2023)

   

  "Unforgettable"

  The Forgotten World adventure we did will not be forgotten! We got picked up and taken to the beautiful Lauren’s Lavender Farm and purchased all our Christmas pressies! Then completed the Tokirima Taster-a fun rail journey in a buggy which we drive ourselves-over bridges, through historic tunnels and through beautiful Taumarunui landscape. We got a full run down of the history from Erica our amazing guide with fun stories and lots of interesting facts. We have learnt so much about his area. Thank you to all the staff who made our trip so memorable-Erica, Selena, Dave and Jo! You were all so lovely to spend a day with. (5-stars, 2023)