Things to do in Manawatū-Whanganui

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2 Hour Pre Sunset Guided Group Walk

2 Hour Pre Sunset Guided Group Walk

￥18,307
per adult
2 Hour Pre Sunset Guided Group Walk
14kms of river, over 60 rapids to navigate

Tongariro Thrills: Grade 3 Whitewater Rafting Adventure

￥18,683
per adult
Tongariro Thrills: Grade 3 Whitewater Rafting Adventure
Mountain Bike Timber Trail Ongarue-Pureora Shuttle 2 Day

Timber Trail Two Day Mountain Bike Ride - Shuttle Service

￥7,886
per adult
Timber Trail Two Day Mountain Bike Ride - Shuttle Service
Gentle whitewater fun for the whole family

Family Float Grade 2 Whitewater Adventure in Tongariro River

￥13,989
per adult
Family Float Grade 2 Whitewater Adventure in Tongariro River
Looking towards Matuku Ridge, the site of an old Maori Pa.

E Bike Adventure on The Laughing Moa Loop

￥13,613
per adult
E Bike Adventure on The Laughing Moa Loop
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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

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Foxton Beach

When in Foxton Beach, you can plan a visit to Himatagi Beach 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 Esplanade Reserve are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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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.

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Whanganui Central

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

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West End

If you're spending some time in West End, Victoria Esplanade and Esplanade Scenic Railway are top sights worth seeing.

Popular day trips from Manawatū-Whanganui

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Palmerston North

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Whanganui

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Levin

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Whakapapa

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Whanganui National Park

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Ohakune

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National Park Village

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