Itinerary

• The Republic

  Check in at the Forgotten World Motel and take a shuttle bus to the start of the line at Okahukura or Whangamomona depending on the way you are travelling the line. Here you’ll board your Rail Cart and set off on your journey through the Forgotten World. Immerse yourself in the changing views of rolling hills, remote farmland and native bush. Experience wildlife close to the tracks.

  Stop along the way to hear stories, from your guide, of the land, its people and history. Travel over bridges and through hand-built brick tunnels, including the lines longest tunnel at 1.5km, and journey through the Tangarakau Gorge.

  Enjoy morning and afternoon tea stops at historic settlements of Matiere and Tangarakau, and a rail-side picnic lunch at Tokirima.  

  Take time to stroll around the Republic of Whangamomona, explore the town and its charismatic pub. Then a return transfer will take you by bus To your starting point.

   This tour runs Okahukura to Whangamomona and Whangamomona to Okahukura on alternate tours. 

• Latest TripAdvisor Reviews!

  Unique memorable experience" - 5 Stars
  My 89 year old mother and I had an enjoyable and memorably day with Forgotten World Adventures at Easter on the Republic from Okahukura to Whangamomona. We were blessed with good weather, but were well prepared for the cold in the tunnels thanks to the good pre departure advice. The FWA staff were all very knowledgeable, professional and ensured we had a great time, learned all about the history of the area and stayed safe. The food FWA provided was both delicious and generous. I particularly enjoyed the lunch with build your own sandwiches with very very fresh bread and a wide range of fillings. We had our car transferred to Whangamomona where we stayed overnight at the Hotel in the extremely comfortable new motel style units. I highly recommend this to friends and family. You won't be disappointed.

  Reviewed by Karen P 2023

  "Enjoyed the scenery & history" - 5 Stars

  We did the Republic tour, from Taumarunui to Whangamomona. Would highly recommend it. An early start in the morning mist created great scenery then the sun came out with blue skies for the rest of our trip. The guides ere excellent with good local knowledve and stories of the history of the remote countryside. Tasty morning, afternoon tea and lunch all provided in rustic railside settings.

  Reviewed by Jean A, 2023