Things to do in Manawatū-Whanganui

Activities, attractions and tours

A river winding through rolling hills and fields, with distant mountains and a hazy sky.
A historic hotel with a red roof and a sign reading "Feilding Hotel."
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A stream flowing over rocks with green fern leaves in the foreground.
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Things to do

Half Day Tongariro Alpine Guided Group Walk

Half Day Tongariro Alpine Guided Group Walk

P12,730
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half Day Tongariro Alpine Guided Group Walk
Premium Tongariro Crossing Guided Group Walk

Premium Tongariro Crossing Guided Group Walk

P16,383
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Premium Tongariro Crossing Guided Group Walk
2 Hour Pre Sunset Guided Group Walk

2 Hour Pre Sunset Guided Group Walk

P7,092
per adult
2 Hour Pre Sunset Guided Group Walk
14kms of river, over 60 rapids to navigate

Tongariro Thrills: Grade 3 Whitewater Rafting Adventure

P7,057
per adult
Tongariro Thrills: Grade 3 Whitewater Rafting Adventure
Gentle whitewater fun for the whole family

Family Float Grade 2 Whitewater Adventure in Tongariro River

P5,284
per adult
Family Float Grade 2 Whitewater Adventure in Tongariro River
Mt Ruapehu

Premium Mt Ruapehu Summit Plateau Guided Group Hike

P18,014
per adult
Premium Mt Ruapehu Summit Plateau Guided Group Hike
Mountain Bike Timber Trail Ongarue-Pureora Shuttle 2 Day

Timber Trail Two Day Mountain Bike Ride - Shuttle Service

P2,979
per adult
Timber Trail Two Day Mountain Bike Ride - Shuttle Service
Looking towards Matuku Ridge, the site of an old Maori Pa.

E Bike Adventure on The Laughing Moa Loop

P5,142
per adult
E Bike Adventure on The Laughing Moa Loop
Private Mt Ruapehu Crater Lake Guided Walk

Private Mt Ruapehu Summit Plateau Guided HIke

P98,226
per adult
Private Mt Ruapehu Summit Plateau Guided HIke
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Mount Ruapehu

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Explore the great outdoors at Mount Ruapehu and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Tongariro National Park. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
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Where to stay in Manawatū-Whanganui

Find the best Manawatū-Whanganui areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Foxton Beach

When in Foxton Beach, you can plan a visit to Holben - Te Wharangi Reserve and Foxton Windmill, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Waitarere Beach

Waitarere Beach might not have many top sights, but Waiterere Private Reserve and Levin Golf Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A street sign with the letters "NUN" and "NUNU" in a foreign script.
Photo by Destination Manawatu
Open Photo by Destination Manawatu

Palmerston North Central

If you're spending some time in Palmerston North Central, The Square and New Zealand Rugby Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Waitarere

When in Waitarere, you can plan a visit to Waiterere Private Reserve and Levin Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A black wrought iron gazebo with intricate designs, a central fountain, and is surrounded by greenery.
Photo by Paul Billaney
Open Photo by Paul Billaney

Whanganui Central

If you're spending some time in Whanganui Central, Whanganui Museum and Moutoa Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Wind turbines on a green hill.

Palmerston North

A large lake surrounded by green fields and trees, with mountains in the background.

Levin

A river winding through a valley with green fields and mountains in the background.

Otaki

A coastal landscape with large rock formations and a beach.

Tongaporutu

A red and black statue with intricate designs on a building facade.

Taumarunui

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