Things to See in Manawatu - Wanganui

River adventures

Every river has its specialities. The Whanganui offers canoe and kayak safaris; the Rangitikei provides thrills with bungy jumping and rafting; the Manawatu has jetboating and kayaking in the gorge.
Manawatu - Wanganui - Mountains and Valleys

Mountains and valleys

The Whanganui National Park's rugged valleys provide wonderful outdoor experiences infused with a rich Maori and European history of settlement. In the Tararua and Ruahine ranges, hiking trails take you far and wide.
Manawatu - Wanganui - Sheep

Farming life

The region is a major agricultural power, leading in beef, sheep and deer production. Farmstays allow visitors to experience life on a New Zealand farm, not to mention some excellent country cooking.