Ruapehu Activities

Canoe and kayak hire on the Whanganui River able to cater for large groups. Accommodation and camping equipment also available for hire.

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.

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.

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.

We offer one to five day fully guided and catered canoe tours along the Rangitikei River which carves its way through the steep deep gorges of the Kaimanawa and Ruahine ranges on its journey to the Tasman Sea. Canoe and Kayak rental also available.

Join a small group and fantastic Kiwi guide for a life-changing guided hike, amidst some of the world's most stunning landscapes.

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's art deco cinema, situated in the Ruapehu district.

The Tongariro Alpine Crossing Freedom Trek will take you from alpine meadow to mountain summit with stunning volcanic features along the way, let adventure lodge take care of you with their Tongariro Freedom Package, accommodation, transfer and meals

Wild, playful and mighty. Turoa is home to Mt Ruapehu's south-west facing slopes, which are renowned for huge snow bases, unique volcanic terrain, wide trails & epic terrain parks.

Laurens Lavender is a family owned business and is a perfect example of what can be achieved if you have passion and love when you live your dreams. Growing around 8,000 lavender plants they are in full bloom from the end of December until early March.

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