Ruapehu Activities

Come and explore Our Greater Outdoors and various Ruapehu activities. Whether it’s adrenaline you’re after or relaxing with a good coffee enjoying the scenery, Ruapehu boasts easily accessible, diverse activities to suit all.

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Raetihi Arts Trust Gallery

Currently showing an exhibition by Martin Law and kiwi artist Peter Caley

Museums, Raetihi
2 Hour Sunset Guided Walk

Maximise your travel day to or from Tongariro National Park. Adrift provides professional guides and instruction, transport, equipment and gear hire. We guide every day and guarantee trip departures with wind rain snow and even shine.

From $130 Volcanic/Geothermal, Walking & hiking, Study/Education, National Park
National Army Museum Te Mata Toa

Our people, our history, our legacy. Learn about the heroes, stories of honour, courage and sacrifice. Take a break at the National Army Museum, unwind and discover New Zealand's history.

From $15 Museums, Heritage attractions, Waiouru
Tangiwai Memorial Park

A fitting memorial remembering the Tangiwai rail disaster from 1953

Heritage Attractions, Ohakune, Waiouru
Blazing Paddles

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

From $80 Kayaking, Rafting, Taumarunui
Laurens Lavender Farm, Taumarunui

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.

Taumarunui
Blue Duck Station

Located in the Ruapehu District on the banks of the Whanganui and Retaruke Rivers, and surrounded by Whanganui National Park, Blue Duck Station is an outdoor enthusiast’s playground.

From $39 Horse treks, Farms, Hunting, Jet boating, Kayaking, Off-road driving, Walking & hiking, Owhango