" 40km return jetboat ride along the Whanganui River
" Entry to Lauren’s Lavendar farm (coffee & cake available to purchase at additional cost)
" Knowledgeable local river-guide
" Return shuttles between Taumarunui and the Whanganui River
After checking in at our office in the Forgotten World Motel and the completion of required forms, we will gather everyone together for a quick pre-tour briefing before boarding the shuttle bus to take the 5 minute bus ride toCherry Grove where your Jet Boat awaits.
Hear stories of how the first traders used the riveras their connection to the coast while you are fitted with your lifejackets. Step aboard the jet baot, get comfortable then its is off down the river to the Lauren's Lavender Farm Landing. Disembark and climb the short staircase up to the Lavender Farm. Relax in the gardens, enjoy a coffee at the cafe or browse the gift shop. Then it's back down the stairs, life jackets on and all aboard for the journey home, hearing tales of the river and spotting wildlife and relics of river use in past days as you go.