What to do in Manawatū-Whanganui

Activities, attractions and tours

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A historic hotel with a red roof and a sign reading "Feilding Hotel."
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Things to do

14kms of river, over 60 rapids to navigate

Tongariro Thrills: Grade 3 Whitewater Rafting Adventure

฿3,800
per adult
Tongariro Thrills: Grade 3 Whitewater Rafting Adventure
Premium Tongariro Crossing Guided Group Walk

Premium Tongariro Crossing Guided Group Walk

฿8,592
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Premium Tongariro Crossing Guided Group Walk
Looking towards Matuku Ridge, the site of an old Maori Pa.

E Bike Adventure on The Laughing Moa Loop

฿2,768
per adult
E Bike Adventure on The Laughing Moa Loop
Half Day Tongariro Alpine Guided Group Walk

Half Day Tongariro Alpine Guided Group Walk

฿6,683
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half Day Tongariro Alpine Guided Group Walk
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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. Visit 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

While there might not be top attractions in Foxton Beach, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Himatagi Beach and Holben - Te Wharangi Reserve.

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Waitarere Beach

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

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Palmerston North Central

While visiting Palmerston North Central, you might make a stop by sights like The Square and New Zealand Rugby Museum.

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Open Photo by Paul Billaney

Whanganui Central

If you're spending some time in Whanganui Central, Whanganui Museum and Sarjeant Gallery 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.

Day trip destinations from Manawatū-Whanganui

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Palmerston North

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Whanganui

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Tongariro National Park

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Ashhurst

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Waiouru