Ruapehu Activities

Play Waimarino golf club’s par 72 championship parkland course in the heart of Ruapehu. At 580 mtrs above sea level (NZ's 2nd highest golf course), in the backdrop of Mt Ruapehu enjoy watching your ball travel further than ever before.

Welcome to the Whanganui River its our pleasure to share this unique New Zealand experience with you either by Canoe or Jet Boat Tours. Choose to Canoe from between 4 hours to 5 days or Experience the Thrill of the Jet Boat Tours, its your choice.

New Zealand's unique volcanic landscape from the air! Experience the breathtaking views of New Zealand's oldest National Park and Dual World Heritage Site with a scenic flight over the dramatic volcanic landscape of the central plateau.

Enjoy the breathtaking landscape of the Whanganui River

Canoe Safaris has over forty open Canoes and Kayaks for Guided trips and Rental as well as two six person Voyageur Canoes for experienced paddlers keen to explore the Whanganui and Rangitikei Rivers. Barrels, Paddles, transport are included.

Taumarunui offers a great selection of mountain biking and cycling attractions.

A visit to the Kakahi glowworms is a great way to finish off your day – take a drive down there after dark and marvel at this free attraction put on by NZ’s amazing wildlife!

We are the only canoe hire operators on the Whanganui River that own a Holiday Park so be assured that you will have a comfortable night’s sleep in our range of accommodation options the night before your trip.

Honour the sacrifices, learn the campaigns, be inspired by the stories of courage,loyalty and comradeship.

Looking for something special,memorable and scenic? This is the tour for you! [photo credit Tourism NZ]

Ski where the sun shines first at this small club operated field on the Eastern side of Mt Ruapehu

We offer one to five day fully guided and catered canoe tours exploring the wilderness and scenery of the Whanganui River and National Park. Canoe and Kayak rental also available.