Tokirima Taster
Half Day
Half-day
Duration
Perfect for anybody making a day trip to the Forgotten World with early and mid morning departure times
Easy
Difficulty Level
An ideal experience for everybody, including families with children or elderly members
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$365 Adult, $235 Child, $1,020 Family
Child rate for 3-15 yrs
Infants 0-2 yrs travel free
(GST and All Taxes Incl)
A memorable half-day guided rail cart adventure between Taumarunui and the old rural community of Tokirima.
Immerse yourself in the beauty, culture and Māori history of the region and marvel at the engineering and determination of our pioneers as you travel along 42km of the railway. Venture through 10 hand-cut tunnels, including the longest at 1.5km, and travel across a number of the line’s impressive hand-made bridges. A stroll and refreshments at Lauren’s Lavender Farm complete the itinerary; an intriguing introduction to the Forgotten World.
With two departure options, choose to travel from Okahukura (near Taumarunui) to Tokirima or do the trip in reverse from Tokirima to Okahukura.
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Pink Sky
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Arty Tunnel
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Cart on a Bridge
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Dreamy Landscapes
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Lauren's Lavender Farm
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Tunnels
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Historical Commentary
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Rail carts at Tokirima Station
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Highlights
Unique 42km rail cart journey in the Forgotten World
Stunning hill country farms and native bush
Guided stops at historic villages Matiere and Ōhura
Go through 10 tunnels and traverse many bridges
Venture through the line’s longest tunnel at 1.5km
Visit Lauren’s Lavender Farm on banks of Whanganui River
Tokirima Taster
INCLUSIONS
shuttle to forgotten world
We'll get you to the start of your rail journey and back to where you started
42KM scenic RAIL CART RIDE
Travel between Tokirima and Taumarunui
expert local guide
Māori history plus cultural commentary from expert local guide
rail-side food and drinks
Rail-side picnic lunch with hot/ cold beverages and home-baking
stop at historic matiere village
Enjoy historical commentary on your journey
Stunning ScenERY
Experience 42km of breathtaking landscapes
visit lauren’s lavender farm
Breathe in the relaxing aromas of the lavender fields on the banks of the Whanganui River - refreshments available for purchase
return shuttle to taumarunui
We'll drop you back to Taumarunui so you can continue on your adventures
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Tokirima Taster
Itinerary
TOKIRIMA TASTER 1
'Early tour'
Taumarunui to Tokirima
Duration: Half-Day
Check-in: 7am Forgotten World Motel
Welcome Briefing: 7.15am
Returns: Approx. 1pm Forgotten World Motel
NB. The Lavender Farm closes annually from the 1st May to 30th September and won’t feature on the Tokirima Taster itinerary during those dates.
- Shuttle bus from Forgotten World Motel to Okahukura (10 mins)
- Rail cart to Tokirima with stops at Matiere and Ōhura
- Morning tea at Matiere (20 mins)
- Lunch at Tokirima – opportunity to purchase souvenirs at ‘The Shed’ (30 mins)
- Shuttle bus from Tokirima to Lavender Farm via Forgotten World Highway SH43 (30 mins)
- Lavender Farm visit/stroll – hot/cold beverages and snacks available for purchase
- Shuttle bus to Forgotten World Motel via Forgotten World Highway SH43 (15 mins)
- Return to Forgotten World Motel at approx. 1pm
WHAT TO BRING
Sturdy footwear (no jandals), sunglasses, sunblock, sun hat, camera, water bottle, snacks, layers/warm clothing (gloves, beanie hat, scarf – we often experience four seasons in one day), waterproof jacket, warm jacket, insect repellent and allergy medications. A waterproof storage container for bags/belongings is available on the rail carts.
ACCOMMODATION
Stay the night before or after your experience at the Forgotten World Motel in Taumarunui for your comfort and convenience; all adventures leave from our front door. Cooked and continental breakfasts available (plus GF, DF, vegan and vegetarian options) – enquire on check-in.* Centrally located, it’s the ideal base from which to explore the region’s activities and is within easy walking distance of the town’s cafés, restaurants and shops.
*Please note there is an additional charge for breakfast which can be pre-ordered and served in our dining room or your own room for convenience.
TOKIRIMA TASTER 2
'late tour'
Tokirima to Taumarunui
Duration: Half-Day
Check-in: 10.30am Forgotten World Motel
Welcome Briefing: 10.45am
Returns: Approx. 5.30pm Forgotten World Motel
NB. The Lavender Farm closes annually from the 1st May to 30th September and won’t feature on the Tokirima Taster itinerary during those dates.
- Shuttle bus from Forgotten World Motel to Lavender Farm (15 mins)
- Lavender Farm visit/stroll – hot/cold beverages and snacks available for purchase
- Shuttle bus to Tokirima via Forgotten World Highway SH43 (30 mins)
- Lunch at Tokirima – opportunity to purchase souvenirs at ‘The Shed’ (30 mins)
- Rail cart to Okahukura with stops at Ōhura and Matiere
- Afternoon tea at Matiere (20 mins)
- Shuttle bus to Forgotten World Motel (10 mins)
- Return Forgotten World Motel at approx. 5.30pm
WHAT TO BRING
Sturdy footwear (no jandals), sunglasses, sunblock, sun hat, camera, water bottle, snacks, layers/warm clothing (gloves, beanie hat, scarf – we often experience four seasons in one day), waterproof jacket, warm jacket, insect repellent and allergy medications. A waterproof storage container for bags/belongings is available on the rail carts.
ACCOMMODATION
Stay the night before or after your experience at the Forgotten World Motel in Taumarunui for your comfort and convenience; all adventures leave from our front door. Cooked and continental breakfast available (plus GF, DF, vegan and vegetarian options) – enquire on check-in.* Centrally located, it’s the ideal base from which to explore the region’s activities and is within easy walking distance of the town’s cafés, restaurants and shops.
*Please note there is an additional charge for breakfast which can be pre-ordered and served in our dining room or your own room for convenience.
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Certified Trip Advisor Reviews
Our Guests are Saying
My trip on the rail carts is amongst the best things I’ve ever done. Our experience , called ‘The Taster’ being ,I think, the shortest on offer. It did however take most of the day, if you…
FarAway57198332967
Our half day adventure to Tokirima was amazing. Despite encountering the one wet day of the whole summer, the team made it so memorable. Our guide, the young Yorkshireman, Chris, was so well informed and clearly well…
briantT595TY
A great way to spend our time. So much fun. Chris and Yorlene gave us lots of interesting background on the company and also gave us an insight into the areas we travelled through, the history and…
suesN3626IH
We thoroughly enjoyed our half-day rail track adventure from Tokimira to Whangamomona. The scenery was fantastic and we learnt about the local history along the way.
…Bleekhouse
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