Do you supply Lunch?
Yes, Morning Tea of coffee, tea, and muffins are supplied at no charge on all our tours. We offer a picnic lunch at $12.00 per person, or you may choose to bring your own.
What type of vehicle do we travel in?
Whanganui Tours use two comfortable mini coach vehicles.
1 x twelve seater minibus and 1 x 4x4 five seater Pajero for river access and small groups.
Can we drive the River Road ourselves?
Yes?, but the road can be marginal in winter and a very hard surface in summer. It is a 64kms of narrow, windy road with 30kms of gravel. Travelling with Whanganui Tours gives a full commentary on the cultural and historical parts of the road. Sit back and enjoy without the burden of driving.
Where do you leave from and at what time?
We pick you up from your accommodation or residential address in Whanganui City. The pickup time will be confirmed when making your booking. The Whanganui River Road Mail Tour usually leaves Wanganui at 7.30 – 8.00am.
Can we include a Jet Boat trip to ‘the Bridge to Nowhere on your Mail Tour?
Yes, we will take you to Pipiriki on the Whanganui River Road Mail Tour and have you there in time to connect with Jet Boat schedules. We will wait until you return from ‘the bridge’ and transport you back to Wanganui.
Do you make the Jet Boat Booking?
Yes, we can make the booking for you.
Where do I make a booking with Whanganui Tours?
• You can book at the Whanganui i-site in Guyton Street.
• By phoning Whanganui Tours on 06 3477534 or Fax 06 3477533.
• We welcome email bookings
How do I pay?
• Cash payment to Whanganui Tours on the day.
• We do not have credit card or eftpos facilities.
• By making payment to your hotel or motel
• Payment to Wanganui I-site when booking
We are interested in Walking Tracks in your area.
What transport can you offer?
We offer a full transport delivery and pickup service to all tracks.
• Matemateaonga Track (3 day track)
• Mangapurua Track (2-3 day track
• Atene Skyline Walkway (6-8 hour walk)
• The Tongariro Crossing
To assist you, we have a car ferrying service and car storage arrangements. Please contact us for prices and transport arrangements.
I want to Canoe on the Whanganui River. Can you help with this?
We certainly can. Whanganui Tours offer Canoe Trips down from Pipiriki. You can choose a trip from, 3 hours, 5 hours or 2 days.
We will also supply transport, canoes and all equipment for a 5 day or 3 day trip down from Taumarunui or Whakahoro |
