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  This was a very amazing and fantastic experience. We brought the grandparents with us and they loved driving the carts. Milo was good. Paul is such a funny and cool... read more

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    November 9, 2024

  • star rating  This was a great activity for us. A family of 5 with 3 children aged from 10-13. We took the 3 Hour trip with three stops along the way. You... read more

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    March 18, 2019

  • star rating  Very rude staff. - Was looking at going but staff were so rude we decided to spend our money elsewhere. We we really shocked! 🙁 shame for the local community to have that... read more

    AmyT3525
    March 19, 2024

  • star rating  Great family adventure! Paul, the guide, made our trip the best with his witty repartee and sense of humour. We did this rail tour with family which included overseas visitors... read more

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    July 30, 2024

  • star rating  Highly recommended for everyone - A fantastic 2.5hour outing. We thoroughly enjoyed the adventure and Paul's entertaining tales and personal touch. Great fun, lovely scenary and easy to drive rail carts.

    Traveler60993700581
    August 24, 2024

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 Express Trip is available only during summer months as an 8 a.m. early bird trip.

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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