We had such a good time. We were in the first class carriage with our two small grandchildren, so didn’t need to worry about driving. Our train driver was... read more really friendly and very knowledgeable about the area. Fully recommend this.

  Great day had by all, well organised beautiful scenery a must do if visiting Awakeri. Highly recommend

  Would highly recommend this tour if you want to do something different. Ben was our tour guide and we were the only ones but they still did the tour due... read more to it being my birthday. We loved the knowledge Ben had of the bush and surrounding area. Feeding the chooks was a highlight. The little area made for your drinks stop is very unique and listening to Ben and hearing the passion he shows for the railroad is enlightening.
Thank you Ben for helping make my birthday special and to Paul for making sure it was special

  Unprofessional host & disappointing product - Very disappointed.
We took friends from overseas and it was an embarrassment. Paul was 'unprofessional' is an understatement.
I'm sure he's a hoot to have a beer with, but... read more definitely missed the mark as a tourism provider.
Agree with other comments: trying to use humour with sexist, racist jokes and looooong winded stories. Could not "read the room" when everyone was cringing with his offensive Russian doll routine and misogynist jibes about women belonging in the kitchen. We learnt more about American folk history than anything about NZ or the local area.
Do not recommend.

  Enjoyable Experience - Thoroughly enjoyed our Awakeri Rail trip. The weather wasn't too convivial, however the rail carts are well designed to keep you dry. Our host Paul, we found to be... read more quite a character and kept us entertained.