Hundreds of visitors, many from all over the world have enjoyed the experience!

Welcome to Awakeri Rail Adventures in Whakatane. Travel along a piece of New Zealand’s rich rail history and experience the natural beauty and adventure from the comfort of a rail-cart, cleverly adapted to be self-driven along the rail tracks. Our rail cars are FULL self drive – you are in complete control of your rail vehicle – you may stop any where you wish to take photographs (or pick up your hat).

Your adventure starts from Awakeri traveling at a leisurely 25 kilometeres per hour with family and friends along a piece of historic railway line. There are 4 bridges, numerous cuttings and bush scenes along the track.

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  • star rating  Surprising and entertaining trip - Great activity well worth the stop at Awakeri. We did this as part of a tour so the way a big group was handled with general customers was excellent. Paul... read more

    silverthreads101
    February 6, 2023

  • star rating  We travelled on the Awakeri Rail Adventure on Friday 15th November 2019. We thoroughly enjoyed it and our host Paul was great. We travelled in golf carts that had... read more

    tiredanddusty
    November 15, 2019

  • star rating  As we were driving from Rotorua to coast for day trip on holidays from NSW Australia, we stumbled upon this wonderful opportunity. Did the full trip. Was full... read more

    avatar thumb Kate H
    June 7, 2019

  • star rating  Great day had by all, well organised beautiful scenery a must do if visiting Awakeri. Highly recommend

    avatar thumb Roving11694506198
    October 19, 2023

  • star rating  An attractive and frelaxing spot with cheap and affordable cabins. Hotpools to soak in. A family spot for all

    avatar thumb Hone T
    March 24, 2019

Travel along a piece of New Zealand’s rich rail history and experience the natural beauty and adventure from the comfort of our rail-cart

Awakeri Rail Adventures offers three types of trips.

The first and most popular trip is the “Bush Walk & Snack Run.” It covers 20 km of track and includes a guided short bush walk, a stop for a relaxing track-side snack and hot drink, as well as the opportunity to feed the chickens, ducks, and geese. This trip takes 2.5 to 3 hours and departs twice daily.

The second is the “Express Trip.” It also covers the same 20 km of track, with one stop en route for the track-side snack and hot drink.

The third trip is the “Chicken Run.” Covering 10 km of track, it’s ideal for kids under 5 years old. Along the way, feed the chickens, explore an old railway hut, and meet “Pushy,” the 75-year-old bulldozer.

CHICKEN RUN & EXPRESS RUN  ARE BY ARRANGEMENT ONLY BY CALLING – 08005374724
OTHER TRIPS CAN BE BOOKED ON LINE (OR CALL US)  

Conveniently located just down the road from Awakeri Hot Springs

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