New Zealand Luxury Motels

Wanganui is the main centre of the Whanganui District, rich in Maori and early European settler history. The city is situated on the banks of the Whanganui River, New Zealand’s longest navigable waterway. Once an important trade and travel route for settled Maori tribes and an important base in the 1860’s land wars.

The region is well known for its remarkable historic buildings, arts and culture and is an excellent holiday destination for history buffs, nature lovers and outdoor sports enthusiasts.
 

Recommended visitor attractions and activities in Wanganui
 

• Explore the Whanganui National park, for outdoor adventure pursuits
• Delve into art and culture, visit the Sargeant Gallery, Museum or Riverboat Centre
• Wander the cities historic sites, buildings and colonial architecture, parks and gardens
• Get out on the water, during summer ride the100 year old Paddle Steamer "Waimarie"
   

What's your preferred level of activity?
 

Action adventure
Explore the Whanganui National park for kayaking, rafting, jet boating, sky diving, horse riding and treks, mountain biking

Moderate activities
Canoe the Whanganui River, waking tracks

Relaxing activities
Visit the Riverboat Centre and regional museum, Sargeant Gallery for Wanganui art, culture and heritage, The River Traders Market on Saturdays, Bason Botannic Gardens, bird sanctuary,

Children and young families
Swim, picnic, BBQ at Kai Iwi Beach 14kms from Wanganui, Ashley Park for farm animals, pony rides, mini golf

Getting to Wanganui
 

Self Drive by road
Distance from Wanganui to Wellington 195 km (121 miles) 2 hours 45 minutes
Distance from Wanganui to Palmerston North 74 km (46 miles) 1 hour 10 minutes.

Air services
Located 4 km from the city centre the Wanganui domestic airport has daily flights from Wanganui to Auckland and Wellington.
There are on site taxi services.