Travellers’ Choice Award Winner 2024!

By Laura Wackett

August 14, 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!

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Tokirima Taster

Half Day Experience

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

$365

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The Republic

Full Day Experience

Our iconic full-day guided rail cart adventure between Taumarunui and the unique self-proclaimed Republic of Whangamōmona.

$480

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Rail River Combo

3/4 Day Experience

The perfect 3/4 day rail and river combo including scenic Whanganui River jet boat ride.

$480

NZD

The Ultimate

Two Day Experience

A remarkable 2-day guided rail cart adventure between Taumarunui and Stratford.

$1,095

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The Expedition

Two Day Experience

A 2-day guided rail cart adventure including spectacular helicopter flight and jet boat ride.

$2,200

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The Epic

Four Day Experience

An unforgettable 4-day guided adventure with full immersion in the region’s dramatic landscapes.

$3,445

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Travellers’ Choice Award Winner 2024!

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Enjoy 20% off all experiences next season!

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NewsTalk ZB’s Mike Yardley experiences FWA!

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Enjoy 20% off all experiences next season!

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March 2, 2025

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New season. New website – with online booking!

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Enjoy 20% off all experiences next season!

Manunui Primary School enjoys a ride on the rails

UK’s ‘Hardest Geezer’ visits FWA

NewsTalk ZB’s Mike Yardley experiences FWA!

Our sustainability focused journey continues

New season. New website – with online booking!

Experience a forgotten world

Tokirima Taster

$365

The Republic

$480

Rail River Combo

$480

The Ultimate

$1,095

The Expedition

$2,200

The Epic

$3,445

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