Drive your own rail cart on the historic Taneatua branch line over bridges, walk through pristine native bush and view beautiful farmland.
Your Whakatane rail adventure starts from Awakeri travelling at a leisurely 25 kilometers per hour with family and friends along this historic railway line. There are 4 bridges, numerous cuttings and bush scenes along the track.
Our rail cars are entirely self-driven, putting you in complete control of your rail vehicle. Feel free to stop wherever you’d like to capture those perfect photographs.
Whatakane Rail Cart Tours
Express Run
Starting at $90pp | 2 Hours | Ages 5+ | Summer Only!
Bushwalk & Snack Run
Starting at $90pp | 2.5 Hours | Ages 5+
Group Discount (10+ PEOPLE)
When you book a group of 10 or more adults, we will discount the price AND as well as the cuppa tea we can arrange a sausage sizzle at our picnic spot (no extra charge) – call us and discuss when you book 10 or more adults.
Motorhomes! We are a park over property so come and stay for free!
Summer Hours (day light saving months)
- Express run 8am-10:30am.
- Bush walk & snack run 10:30am-2pm & 2pm-5:30pm
Winter Hours (non day light saving months)
- Bush walk and snack run 9am-12:30pm & 12:30pm-4pm
Awakeri Rail Adventures Prices
(As at 1 Nov 2023. Quoted in NZ$, subject to change)
- Express Run, Bushwalk & Snack Run – $95.00 adult, $80 senior, $40 child
- Group booking (10 or more) – $70.00 pp
- Family Pass – $195 (2 Adults, up to 3 Children)
