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 an excellent trip. Super friendly staff. The carts are great fun. The bush walk was amazing and the cup of tea a welcome addition. Would highly recommend as... read more

    jacquiland2017
    January 5, 2020

  • star rating  This was a great trip. Kids are teens and absolutely loved feeding the chooks and other birds. Bush walk was really educational and the amount of passion displayed... read more

    JessBoydTaupo
    November 15, 2019

  • star rating  The whole experience was amazing. From the moment we arrived and were greeted by staff we felt welcome and they raised the anticipation levels with the entire group with their... read more

    avatar thumb SleepHaveFunRepeat
    February 11, 2023

  • star rating  Awesome day out. Paul is an absolute hoot with lots of stories, history and local knowledge.
    A highly recommended experience

    avatar thumb Paul B
    October 22, 2024

  • star rating  Rail adventure - a must see & do - Great raul adventure traveled the Awakeri rail line today, recommend you see our country. The lovely little bush walk and the gum boot fences something worth seeing.

    Debbie H
    June 5, 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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