Things to do in Manawatū-Whanganui

Activities, attractions and tours

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A historic hotel with a red roof and a sign reading "Feilding Hotel."
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Things to do

14kms of river, over 60 rapids to navigate

Tongariro Thrills: Grade 3 Whitewater Rafting Adventure

RM474
per adult
Tongariro Thrills: Grade 3 Whitewater Rafting Adventure
2 Hour Pre Sunset Guided Group Walk

2 Hour Pre Sunset Guided Group Walk

RM464
per adult
2 Hour Pre Sunset Guided Group Walk
Looking towards Matuku Ridge, the site of an old Maori Pa.

E Bike Adventure on The Laughing Moa Loop

RM350
per adult
E Bike Adventure on The Laughing Moa Loop
Mountain Bike Timber Trail Ongarue-Pureora Shuttle 2 Day

Timber Trail Two Day Mountain Bike Ride - Shuttle Service

RM203
per adult
Timber Trail Two Day Mountain Bike Ride - Shuttle Service
Gentle whitewater fun for the whole family

Family Float Grade 2 Whitewater Adventure in Tongariro River

RM355
per adult
Family Float Grade 2 Whitewater Adventure in Tongariro River
Premium Tongariro Crossing Guided Group Walk

Premium Tongariro Crossing Guided Group Walk

RM1,071
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Premium Tongariro Crossing Guided Group Walk
Half Day Tongariro Alpine Guided Group Walk

Half Day Tongariro Alpine Guided Group Walk

RM833
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half Day Tongariro Alpine Guided Group Walk
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Mount Ruapehu

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Explore the great outdoors at Mount Ruapehu and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Tongariro National Park. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
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Where to stay in Manawatū-Whanganui

Find the best Manawatū-Whanganui areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Foxton Beach

While there might not be top attractions in Foxton Beach, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Foxton Windmill and Himatagi Beach.

A wooden boardwalk leading through a grassy area with a signboard.

Waitarere Beach

When in Waitarere Beach, you can plan a visit to Waiterere Private Reserve and Levin Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A street sign with the letters "NUN" and "NUNU" in a foreign script.
Photo by Destination Manawatu
Open Photo by Destination Manawatu

Palmerston North Central

While visiting Palmerston North Central, you might make a stop by sights like The Square and New Zealand Rugby Museum.

Rolling green hills with a winding path.

West End

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Victoria Esplanade and Esplanade Scenic Railway.

A black wrought iron gazebo with intricate designs, a central fountain, and is surrounded by greenery.
Photo by Paul Billaney
Open Photo by Paul Billaney

Whanganui Central

If you're spending some time in Whanganui Central, Whanganui Museum and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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Whanganui

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Ohakune

A river winding through a valley with green fields and mountains in the background.

Otaki

A coastal landscape with large rock formations and a beach.

Tongaporutu

A calm lake with a wooden dock extending into the water, surrounded by forested hills under a cloudy sky.

Mangakino

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