New Zealand's North Island Travel Guide by Lonely Planet

Author:Lonely Planet
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications

WHANGANUI RIVER RD

There’s an informal campsite with toilets and cold water at Pipiriki, and another one (even less formal) just north of Atene.

Book the following places in advance – no one’s going to turn you away, but they appreciate a bit of warning! From south to north, accommodation includes the following:

Rivertime Lodge LODGE $$

Offline map ( 06-342 5595; www.rivertimelodge.co.nz; 1569 Whanganui River Rd; d $130, extra adult/child $45/35) A rural idyll: grassy hills folding down towards the river and the intermittent bleating of sheep. Rivertime is a moss green farmhouse with three bedrooms, a barbecue, a lovely deck overlooking the river and no TV! Sleeps six.

Flying Fox LODGE, HOSTEL $$

Offline map ( 06-342 8160; www.theflyingfox.co.nz; Whanganui River Rd; sites $20, d $100-200) This eco-attuned getaway is on the riverbank across from Koriniti. You can self-cater in the Brewhouse, James K or Glory Cart (self-contained cottages), opt for B&B ($120 per person), or pitch a tent in a bush clearing. Access is by jetboat; otherwise you can park across the river from the accommodation then soar over the river on the flying fox.

Kohu Cottage RENTAL HOUSE $

Offline map ( 06-342 8178; [email protected]; Whanga-nui River Rd; d $70) A snug little cream-coloured weatherboard cottage (100 years old!) above the road in Koriniti, sleeping three bods. There’s a basic kitchen and a wood fire for chilly riverside nights.

Koriniti Marae LODGE $

Offline map ( 06-342 8198; www.koriniti.com; Koriniti Pa Rd; dm $30) This marae on the east bank offers dorm-style beds for pre-booked groups; offer koha (a donation) plus the fee. It also runs a 24-hour ‘cultural experience’ for groups, including a haka (war dance), weaving, storytelling and three meals ($190 per person).

Operiki Farmstay FARMSTAY $

Offline map ( 06-342 8159; [email protected]; Whanganui River Rd; incl breakfast & dinner s/d $55/110) On a steep hillside 1.5km north of Koriniti, this is a cheery in-with-the-family farmhouse. There are scenic walks around the property, and macadamia-nut muffins come hot from the oven. The friendliest place this side of Disneyland.

St Joseph’s Church HOSTEL $

Offline map ( 06-342 8190; www.compassion.org.nz; Whanga-nui River Rd; dm adult/child $25/15, linen $10) Taking in bedraggled travellers and offering 20 dorm-style beds and a simple kitchen, the sisters at St Joe’s await to issue your deliverance – book ahead for the privilege. Moutoa Island, site of a historic 1864 battle, is just downriver.

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