Dargaville
Rail Carts
Waiotira Junction trip
Duration: 7-8 hours​
Departs: 9:00am
Bookings essential - Our Waiotira trip is currently on hold as we conduct rail maintenance following cyclone Gabrielle.
Introducing a new extended trip to the Waiotira junction, this is a trip that has not been available to the public for over 50 years.
The trip transverses along the rail corridor from Dargaville to Waiotira, which is approximately 40km’s South/West of Whangarei. You will travel over 21 bridges and through 2 tunnels, with the longest being 638 meters. Travel through native bush, farm land, forestry blocks and other interesting places which you can’t see anywhere but by rail.
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The trip is 98km’s return and takes approximately 7 hours (return). We will supply tea and coffee as part of your ticket. Bring your own lunch. There are 2 toilet stops on the way.
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This journey is the second longest privately run rail journey in New Zealand.
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What to bring:
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Descent foot wear
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Warm clothing (as the weather can be changeable)
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Water
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Lunch
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and don't forget your camera
Departs: 9am, please arrive ten minute early
This trip is not suitable for children due to the journey length, but for the little ones we recommend our 2.5 hour trip to Tangowahine.
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​Make a booking
Phone us on 027 448 9763 or book online.
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​Bookings are essential.
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