Welcome to Ohakune

Take a walk around the lake and explore the birdlife, both on and around the water. Complemented by an aviary, an Art Garden and the Winter Gardens, Virginia Lake is an all-year-round attraction, making it one of Whanganui's most popular attractions.

• Virginia Lake Reserve, 110 Great N Rd, St Johns Hill, Whanganui
• 0800 92 64 26

100 hectare predator-free native bird sanctuary, set amongst one of the few patches of virgin lowland forest, Bushy Park is truly a rainforest paradise. There are 3.4km of metalled or well-formed walking tracks throughout the forest providing easy all-weather access for visitors. Enjoy the company of rare native birds, the farm museum and the lovely historic homestead.

• 791 Rangitatau E Rd, Kai Iwi
• (06) 342-9879
• info@bushyparksanctuary.org.nz

Bason Botanic Gardens offers people of all ages fun, entertainment and education. Its numerous indoor and outdoor gardens, bush walks and relaxation areas with free BBQs provide year-round enjoyment.

• 552 Rapanui Rd, Castlecliff, Westmere
• wdc@whanganui.govt.nz

During the summer you can swim, fish, laze in the sun, go for long walks and pick through the driftwood. It is a great place for a family get-away, and it also has a fantastic children’s playground. Kai Iwi Beach has it all, and has been a favourite with locals and tourists for generations!

• Moana Parade, Kai Iwi
• 0800 92 64 26

Just a 15 minute drive from our Holiday Park and you can get quality organic strawberries and raspberries at Windermere Berry Farm, well-known for its excellent wine and liqueur. Take a look at the farm store and enjoy a drink at the cafe overlooking the strawberry patch.

• 313 State Highway 3 R D 4, Westmere, Whanganui
• (06) 3458390
• enquiries@windermerefarms.co.nz

Home to a diversity of birds, Gordon Park Scenic Reserve is located only 15 minutes from our holiday park and offers a small remnant of lowland bush with a 10 to 15 minute walking track between Matai, Kahikatea, Totara, Titoki, Tawa and Kowhai trees.

• Kaimatira Road, Whanganui
• 0800 92 64 26

The park is made up of a series of benched single track sections winding through pine and gum trees and linked by 4WD vehicle roads. The tracks form a continuous loop of just over 6km containing a number of short climbs and descents designed to give a good workout.

• Hylton Street, Aramoho, Whanganui

A popular starting point for your kayak adventure along the Whanganui River, Mosquito Point is a favourite place to be in the summer! Located 5km up the river from our Holiday Park, we can drop you off and you can kayak back to us! There is also ample parking, a small beach, and a large swing out over river.

• 397 Papaiti Road, Papaiti, Manawatu-Whanganui

Only with Rafting New Zealand will you get to experience over 50 Grade 3 Rapids on the Tongariro River with an authentic professional Kiwi raft guide.

• 41 Ngawaka Place, Turangi
• 0800 865 226