Pricing and Conditions
| Adult | $15.00 - $40.00 |
| Child (16 year(s) and under) |
$15.00 |
Gabriel our flagship Steam engine travelling alongside the beautiful Taumarere River.
Over Long Bridge; the longest curved wooden viaduct in the Southern hemisphere, with breathtaking views of the river, wetland and rare native birds
Outdoor viewing carriages for best views, and clean air. Great for the family.
Kawakawa Station is where all the action is with our vintage engines, workshops and cafe.
Historic stops at Taumarere Station, local history and stories offered across the experience from our friendly team. Plenty of opportunities for photos.
Te Ake Ake platform provides more local stories and breathtaking scenery only accessible by train or bike.
We carry cyclists riding on the Pou Herenga Tai Twin Coast Cycle Trail.
Our friendly local team made up of staff and many volunteers who help keep the vintage railway alive.
The Kawakawa Railway Station has plenty to see of the working railway, including training and service centre, engineering workshops and a delicious cafe stop. Come meet our team and learn about our steam and diesel engine collection.
Gabriel Back on track
120 Gillies Street, Kawakawa, New Zealand.
Experience the Bay of Islands by vintage rail. Historic stops, breathtaking views and fun for the whole family. A must-see Northland experience on the oldest railway line in the North Island (1867). A 90-minute scenic river journey, Kawakawa to Opua.
Experience the Bay of Islands by vintage rail. Historic stops, breathtaking views and fun for the whole family. A must-see Northland experience on the oldest railway line in the North Island (1867). A 90-minute scenic river journey, Kawakawa to Opua.
Gabriel our flagship Steam engine travelling alongside the beautiful Taumarere River.
Over Long Bridge; the longest curved wooden viaduct in the Southern hemisphere, with breathtaking views of the river, wetland and rare native birds
Outdoor viewing carriages for best views, and clean air. Great for the family.
Kawakawa Station is where all the action is with our vintage engines, workshops and cafe.
Historic stops at Taumarere Station, local history and stories offered across the experience from our friendly team. Plenty of opportunities for photos.
Te Ake Ake platform provides more local stories and breathtaking scenery only accessible by train or bike.
We carry cyclists riding on the Pou Herenga Tai Twin Coast Cycle Trail.
Our friendly local team made up of staff and many volunteers who help keep the vintage railway alive.
The Kawakawa Railway Station has plenty to see of the working railway, including training and service centre, engineering workshops and a delicious cafe stop. Come meet our team and learn about our steam and diesel engine collection.
Gabriel Back on track
| Adult | $15.00 - $40.00 |
| Child (16 year(s) and under) |
$15.00 |
Return fares:- Intl Gold Card $30; Adult $40; school child $15; Toddlers (0-2) free; family $85 (defined as 2 adults & up to 3 children): Single one-way trip adult $20; child $10. Bicycles on the Cycle Train Connection $10 one-way, $15 Return
Toddlers, aged under 3 travel for free. All children must be accompanied by an Adult. Senior pricing applies for passengers over 65 years of age, with proof of age (passport or ID). Groups or Special Charter trains are available on request. Group discounts apply. Dogs on lead are welcome. Please check website for operating schedule and train timetable (varies between seasons). Bikes are carried at cyclists risk. Bike carrying capacity limited, so must be booked.
100% Refund if Trains Cancelled. 100% Refund if customer cancels, up to 30 minutes before journey starts (except for Group bookings). No Refund if for mechanical reason the engine operating on the day is changed from Steam to Deisel. No Refund for delays in schedule due to engine or mechanical failure.
Experience the nostalgia of vintage railway and our flagship steam engine Gabriel. The 90-minute scenic journey takes you back in time and also lets you experience the beauty and magic of the bay of islands like no other experience. Open air and indoor seated carriages provide the perfect all-weather activity; fun for families, senior's and sightseers alike. Local guides talk to the history and point out rare and endangered birds and native flora. Trains run every Friday, Saturday and Sunday all year, and every day in school and public holidays. 5 days, Thursday-Sunday, across our Autumn & Spring schedules (March-May & Sept-Nov), and 7 days in Summer (Dec-Feb). Special charter trains, group bookings & cyclists welcome.
120 Gillies Street, Kawakawa, New Zealand.
| Written | Spoken | |
|---|---|---|
| Chinese (Simplified) | YES | NO |
| French | YES | NO |
| German | YES | NO |
| Japanese | YES | NO |
| Korean | YES | NO |
| Māori | YES | YES |
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