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Forgotten World Adventures

504 Reviews

#1 of 8 things to do in Taumarunui

Outdoor Activities, Tours, Boat Tours & Water Sports, More

Closed Now: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM

9 Hakiaha Street, Taumarunui 3920, New Zealand

Open today: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM

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5-Tunnel Forgotten Railway Adventure from Taumarunui

4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours

From US$114.75*

20 Tunnel - Rail Cart Tour

Day Trips

From US$226.02*

Rail and River Run - Rail Cart and Jet Boat Tour

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Forgotten World Adventures is the leading adventure provider into a rural area of the North Island of New Zealand known as the Forgotten World. A wide choice of adventures are offered. Railway adventures can be enjoyed from the comfort of a...more

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Hours Today: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM

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Suggested duration: More than 3 hours

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9 Hakiaha Street, Taumarunui 3920, New Zealand

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roseylammas

levin

Reviewed yesterday

20 tunnels

Review of: 20 Tunnel - Rail Cart Tour

the guides were great barnly and rob very interesting about the railways and the land around it anyone would enjoy this nice home made cookies for morning tea and lunch and afternoon tea thanks IT WAS A NEAT DAY

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank roseylammas

Remmers

Auckland, New Zealand

5420

Reviewed 6 days ago

A Very Good Experience

Review of: 20 Tunnel - Rail Cart Tour

We were a party of four senior couples and thoroughly enjoyed our day of 'riding the rails'. We were pickedup in Taumarunui about 7.00am and taken by bus to Whangamomona for morning tea. From there we got on the motorized golf carts (one couple per...More

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank Remmers

Thanks for your review, happy we gave you a great experience out on our rails. Perhaps you'll come again.

kiwihappydragonlady

Stratford, New Zealand

10428

Reviewed 6 days ago

Stratford to Whangamomona Inaugural Trip

We were lucky enough to be invited on the inaugural tour from Stratford to Whangamomona on the rail carts. This was an awesome trip with a great bunch of people. Dave (leader) & Luke (tail end Charlie, with his whistle) were very entertaining. We travelled...More

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank kiwihappydragonlady

Thank you for your comments and 5 stars. Dave and Carol work hard to ensure our guests have an awesome day, they will be pleased you did. Luke is great and loves sharing his knowledge & passion of our line. Being on our inaugural tour...More

pange69

Sydney, Australia

Reviewed 1 week ago

Something completely different !!

Review of: Rail and River Run - Rail Cart and Jet Boat Tour

This is a REALLY enjoyable experience and well worth the money ! Don't think this is just for older people - it is a lot of fun for all ages. From check in, to the end of the day, the staff are all great, knowledgeable,...More

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank pange69

We're thrilled you had a great experience with us, we too think all ages will enjoy our tours, both on our rail and along the river. Thank you for the feedback and the 5 stars.

arsh92

Auckland, New Zealand

Reviewed 1 week ago

Most Amazing Journey!

Review of: 5-Tunnel Forgotten Railway Adventure from Taumarunui

The tour was very well organised and our guide Leon was great! He was very relaxed and allowed us time to enjoy and appreciate the beautiful scenery by stopping at various interesting spots and regaling us with stories that were engaging and insightful. The weather...More

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank arsh92

Great you and your family had a fantastic time out on our rails Arshdeep, Leon loves to share the history of our line with our guests. Thank you for your recommendation & 5 stars.

JaniceLJ63

Reviewed 1 week ago

Passionate guide

Review of: 20 Tunnel - Rail Cart Tour

Loved the adventure. Rob our guide was very knowledgeable about the history as well as the locals that live there today. His enthusiasm rubbed off on the group. Food was simple but delicious. Although it rained on and off during the tour there were roll...More

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank JaniceLJ63

Great to hear you loved your adventure, Rob loves to share the history of our line with all our guests. Thanks for the lovely review.

Inspiration223222

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Excellent

Review of: Rail and River Run - Rail Cart and Jet Boat Tour

Very well organised and interesting tour. They catered well for our gluten free member. One of the motel rooms we had was better than the other. Breakfast was good.

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank Inspiration223222

Awesome, thanks for the lovely review

Ahipara

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

EXPECTATIONS EXCEEDED

Review of: 20 Tunnel - Rail Cart Tour

The whole experience was first class; from the important information provided before arriving in Taumarunui, the friendly check in and briefings, to morning and afternoon teas and lunch en route. As well as the rail trail and 20 tunnels, the variety in surrounding countryside (farmlands,...More

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank Ahipara

Awe thanks, great to hear you had a fabulous time, we will pass on your wonderful review to Rob. He will be over the moon.

BobF762

Auckland, New Zealand

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Five Tunnel Tour provides a enjoyable experience

Similar to other reviewers we also enjoyed Rob as a tour guide. His relaxed Kiwi style and passionate commentary about the local area was both interesting and informative. The rail cart excursion was a great experience at a speed that allows one to enjoy the...More

Date of experience: November 2018

Thank BobF762

Fabulous review Bob it sounds like Rob was on form again. Great recommendation. :)

bethdyenz

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Fantastic Day!!

Review of: Rail and River Run - Rail Cart and Jet Boat Tour

We had a great day on the Rail and River Run. Luke and Michelle were excellent guides and we had such fun on the jetboat - thanks for all the spins! We learnt a lot about the history of the area - history of NZ...More

Date of experience: November 2018

Thank bethdyenz

Fabulous Beth, thanks for the lovely review and recommendation. :)

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sheridan662

We like to travel on the Northern Explorer train but it will only stop in Taumaranui if more than 10 people want to get off or on. How con we petition the authorities to have Taumaranui a demand stop in future

26 July 2017|

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Right a letter to the transport company making your request.

kwoppa

We are holidaying in Rotorua and Whitianga in September which of these 2 destinations are closest to you and how long will it take to get to you??

24 July 2017|

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Rotorua is the closest and it's about 2 and half hours through to Taumarunui. It is a winding road but a lovely trip so good to allow plenty of time. We do hope you choose to come through.