Forgotten World Adventures

“There is an immutable law of the universe, which is "Don't leave town until you have seen the country"... and the King country with Forgotten World Adventures is a great place to see. We have just completed our second adventure with Forgotten World and it was sensational. A morning of rail carting, history lessons, stunning scenery, superb hospitality on the meal breaks; and in the afternoon a rip down the Wanganui river on a powerful jetboat driven by a skillful operator. Top marks to the Forgotten World personnel - from the bright and cheery early morning greeting at the office, the laconic humour of our bus driver Jim, the knowledge of our main guide Zak, assistance and support from his team of Belinda and Mornee, Paul the boat driver, and the organization and oversight by Ade we have had a really great day. Thank you to all of them. When you go for your big adventure make sure you have warm clothes and sturdy shoes, a good camera, a snug hat and even a pair of gloves. We will be back again for our third Forgotten World Adventure.”

“This was a very enjoyable adventure. We did the full day rail carts experience “THE REPUBLIC” between Taumarunui and the self-styled Republic of Whangamōmona (a clever marketing effort by a tiny population, less than 100). The town is a lovely memory of what a remote rural village was like with a vibrant pub as the anchor. Passing thru 21 tunnels and some amazing rural country, we travelled on golf carts fitted with railway wheels and petrol engines designed for New Zealand’s narrow 3’ 6” (1067mm) rail gauge. With well catered stops for lunch plus morning and afternoon teas, we had a fantastic time despite a day of pretty continuous drizzle. It was amazing what NZ was capable of in the early 20th century. The engineering of this line took between 1901 and 1932, overcoming immense challenges.”

“We had the best day with the Forgotten World Crew. Lorraine was very informative with her knowledge of the History of the area. The whole team worked together continuously. Hats off to them it was quite hot. I loved having a cup of tea beside the rail track. Maddy and Connor were fabulous in keeping the whole experience enjoyable and fabulous. So much effort goes into the planning of these experiences and we couldnt fault any of it. Keep up the good work. Not forgetting the bus driver, Georgia and Paul who Jet Boated us up the river.”