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 and loved the walk through the white pine reserve and learning about the trees. This rail adventure is more interactive than others we have done and is well worth a stop. Highly recommend for all age groups.

  Awesome time, guide was awesome and knowledgeable and was very fun. The carts were fun to drive. Amazing views of the countryside. Highly recommend

  A unique adventure driving a cart along the old Awakeri - Taneatua rail track. A couple of stops on the way make it an enjoyable ride. The company owner has... read more a great sence of humour which adds to the fun. This is the second time riding the old track. It is great fun. Options for sausage sizzles and other family outings too.

  Highly recommended - We would thoroughly recommend this very entertaining, educational, humorous and fun few hours, with Paul and his Awakeri Rail Adventures! So much work and effort has gone into the upgrading... read more of this iconic piece of railway, a return run from Awakeri through to Pekatahi. Even a few heavy showers during the run didn’t dampen the occasion. In fact, it only made the hot cuppa and biscuits offered even more enjoyable! Thanks again too Paul. Awesome experience!

  A genuine Kiwi experience - An interesting and enjoyable rail journey. Paul was a friendly, knowledgable and enthusuastic host and guide. This was a genuine Kiwi experience. The trip took about 3 hours, including the... read more fun of driving the rail cart, feeding colourful chickens on the side of the track, a bush walk with interesting narrative from Paul and afternoon tea at another spot in the bush. Well done Paul! We had a great time. Sue and Richard