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Wanganui Travel Guide

Wanganui is situated on the banks of the powerful Whanganui River, the longest navigable waterway in the country, with 239 listed rapids to challenge canoe enthusiasts. Today a restored paddle-steamer “Waimarie” operates on the river, as well as jetboats and canoes to take you upstream to historical settlements like Jerusalem, once the home of poet J.K. Baxter. Other points of interest include Putiki Church decorated with lovely “tukutuku” panels, bed and breakfasts Wanganui, the Sarjeant Art Gallery, the Durie Hill Tower lookout (of unique construction) and many public parks and gardens.

Wanganui is situated on the banks of the powerful Whanganui River, the longest navigable waterway in the country, with 239 listed rapids to challenge canoe enthusiasts.

Today a restored paddle-steamer “Waimarie” operates on the river, as well as jetboats and canoes to take you upstream to historical settlements like Jerusalem, once the home of poet J.K. Baxter.

Other points of interest include Putiki Church decorated with lovely “tukutuku” panels, bed and breakfasts Wanganui, the Sarjeant Art Gallery, the Durie Hill Tower lookout (of unique construction) and many public parks and gardens.

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Wanganui Accommodation
With a wide range of accommodation in Wanganui, there is something to suit every requirements and budgets from hotels to B&Bs to apartments. Contact your local House of Travel for full Wanganui accommodation options.

Wanganui Sightseeing
There is so much to see & do in Wanganui! Cruise the Whanganui River onboard an historic paddle steamer which dates back to the New Zealand golden riverboat era. It has been beautifully restored with two saloons, sundecks, licensed bar and the original steam engine. Paddle down one of New Zealand’s most beautiful rivers as it winds through lush native foreston a luxury kayak adventure. Contact your local House of Travel for full Wanganui sightseeing options.

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