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  Awakeri trail - lots of fun for everyone - Very interesting stories and funny commentary by the guide. It is great fun for young and old. Worth spending 2 hours here

    Nicolien v
    November 10, 2024

  • star rating  Amazing experience  - What an amazing experience we had such an great time with lots of laughs and fun filled time learning new history facts great Milo and bikkie topped off the day... read more

    Voyage48180156431
    November 25, 2023

  • star rating  We had such a fun trip with Paul. He has an awesome sense of humour, is very knowledgeable about the local area and ensured everyone was following the safety rules.... read more

    avatar thumb Katie W
    January 13, 2025

  • star rating  Super fun for the family our 3 kids aged 5-7-10 loved it would recommend to anyone any age, had a few laughs and the stories were great

    avatar thumb MichelleG5289
    August 2, 2025

  • star rating  Thank you so much Paul for your hospitality and educating us today with the amazing trail adventure.
    Our mokopuna and us big kids absolutely enjoyed every moment.
    Alan wants... read more

    avatar thumb Julz B
    November 29, 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 and snack run 9am-12:30pm & 1pm-4.30pm. 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 TWILIGHT TRAIN IS AN EVENING TRIP OPERATING IN THE SUMMER MONTHS ONLY, FOR VISITORS WHO HAVE OTHER ACTIVITIES EARLIER IN THE DAY. A FANTASTIC TRIP ON A SUMMERS EVENING. IT STARTS AT 5.30 PM AND CONCLUDES AT ABOUT 9PM .   (IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR SMALL  CHILDREN.) FARES ARE THE SAME AS THE BUSH WALK AND SNACK RUN.

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 & TWILIGHT TRAIN  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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