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Whanganui Riverboat Centre Address: 1A Taupo Quay, Wanganui, New Zealand Phone/Fax: ++64 6 347 1863 BOOKING/ENQUIRY: click here (please advise preferred cruise in your enquiry) Web: www.riverboats.co.nz

Waimarie plied the Whanganui River for 50 years as one of an extensive riverboat fleet, carrying mixed cargoes, River dwellers and tourists until she sank at her berth in Wanganui in 1952. Waimarie, the only surviving paddle steamer from the golden riverboat era in New Zealand's history, has been salvaged and faithfully restored after lying submerged in the bed of the Whanganui River for 41 years. After her hull had been restored, Waimarie was relaunched in May 1999 for the final phase of restoration, which was completed in December 1999. From 1 January 2000 she has again been in service - giving today's tourists a real heritage experience in modern comfort and safety. Plus Waimarie's engine room is open to view (and you can help shovel coal if you want!). Refreshments are available on board. Commentary on points of interest along the River. Charter dinner, lunch, and BBQ cruises by arrangement. Groups a speciality. Scheduled Cruises Daily Sailings at 2pm returning at 4pm. This schedule continues until April 30 2006. Winter Timetable will begin May 1 Stopover at Upokongaro Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays. Note: No Public Sailings on Good Friday or Christmas Day Winter Timetable Winter Timetable ends on October 24 Sailings will be at 1pm on Saturdays, Sundays, Public Holidays and School Holidays. There will be NO Sailings during August








RATES: Quoted in NZ$, Subject to change. Rates Effective from 21 October 08 Adult - NZ$40 Children (5-15) - NZ$14 Children under 5 FREE Family Concession - (2 adults + up to 4 children aged 5-15 years) NZ$108 Booked tickets must be picked up at least 20 minutes prior to departure. ALL passengers (including under 5's) must have a ticket. Please Note: Extra cruises may be scheduled at short notice Schedules may change at short notice due to river conditions No Eftpos on board No BYO food or drink No animals (except guide dogs)

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