Pricing and Conditions
| Adult | $44.00 - $59.00 |
| Child (15 year(s) and under) |
$14.00 - $25.00 |
The Paddle Steamer Waimarie heading away from her berth with the Durie Hill Memorial Tower and Elevator Tower in the background.
Our Engineer checking the steam engines.
The Paddle Steamer Waimarie about to cast off.
Adding coal to the boiler.
We leave the Ūpokongaro Cycle Bridge behind as we head down river. The bridge which was opened 2020 is part of the Mountains to Sea Cycleway.
Our Riverboat museum contains many pieces of riverboat history and displays showing the paddle steamers history.
1A Taupo Quay, Whanganui, 4500, Whanganui Central, New Zealand.
A cruise aboard New Zealand's only coal fired paddle steamer is undoubtedly one of the most authentic ways to experience Te Awa Tupua - Whanganui River’s scenery and history.
A cruise aboard New Zealand's only coal fired paddle steamer is undoubtedly one of the most authentic ways to experience Te Awa Tupua - Whanganui River’s scenery and history.
| Adult | $44.00 - $59.00 |
| Child (15 year(s) and under) |
$14.00 - $25.00 |
Family passes available which includes 2 adults and 2 children. Various prices apply to our event and 1 hour cruises.
Customers will also receive a full refund or credit in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No shows will be charged at full price.
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Find out moreSalvaged from the bottom of the Whanganui River where she sat for around 50 years, the Paddle Steamer Waimarie was restored to her former glory and relaunched in 2000 to make her New Zealand’s only authentic coal fired paddle steamer in operation. We provide 2 hour and event cruises over our sailing season which is from September to May. We are also provide private charters for weddings, engagements, birthday, work, product launches or maybe even a unique meeting space.
1A Taupo Quay, Whanganui, 4500, Whanganui Central, New Zealand.
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