Ruapehu District Attractions

Glacier Hut

Built in 1923 by Bill Salt and a team of volunteers from the Ruapehu Ski Club 10 years after the club, New Zealand's first, was established...

Ohakune Old Coach Road

Built at the end of the horse-power era, at a time when the first motor cars were arriving in New Zealand, The Ohakune Coach Road is an...

Ferguson Cottage

Fergusson Cottage was the third structure built at Whakapapa and it is now the oldest remaining building. It provides a tangible link with the...

Waka Tours

Running guided canoe tours down the majestic Whanganui River. Providing an unforgetable Maori Cultural experience.

The adventure takes...

Lahar Farm

Lahar Farm, New Zealand, can be compared to a Station in Aussie or the South Island, a ranch in the states... Lahar Farm offers you access to 600...

Omori Estate

Nestled in the southwest corner of Lake Taupo, close to the Kuratau River, Omori is a small boutique winery producing quality wines and olive...

Laurens Lavender Farm

Located out side of Taumarunui 15kms on the "Forgotten World Highway" adjacent to the historical Whanganui River. We grow around 8000...

Lake Taupo Olives

Situated in the South Western corner of Lake Taupo on the banks of the Kuratau River approximately 1 kilometre from the mouth, Lake Taupo Olives...

Hapuawhenua Viaduct

The Hapuawhenua viaduct epitomises the three aims of engineering: function, economy and (above all) grace. Designed by Peter Seton Hay and built...

Te Porere Redoubt, NZ Historic Places Trust

A Visit this historic fortification is truly a highlight for anyone wanting to learn more about the maori's proud history.

Built by...

Raurimu Spiral

If ever there is a perfect way to climb to the summit of a national park, this is it: a winding train track that runs right through the park. For...

Paratiho Cottage

Paratiho Cottage used to be a modern fully self-contained two bedroom cottage with log fire and panoramic views of Lake Taupo. Situated just 13kms...

Le Cornu Farm

Le Cornu Farms is a third generation farm just on the outskirts of Taumarunui. There is always something happening on the farm. Shearing...

Army Museum Waiouru

Located in Waiouru at the foot of Mt Ruapehu and the Desert Road and the gateway to Tongariro National Park in the central North Island, The...

Bridge to Nowhere

This bridge is the unofficial flagship of Whanganui National Park, an iconic symbol for New Zealand adventure tourism and a major visitor...