Mangapurua Campsite

In this remote setting, you will be able to look and listen for kereru, tui and fantail, while brown kiwi can often be heard at night. The forest is a mix of rata, rewarewa, rimu, tawa and kowhai trees.

Fees

Prices are per person, per night. NZ rates are for New Zealand visitors and INT rates are for international visitors.

Proof of eligibility is required for the New Zealand rate.

The DOC Campsite Pass cannot be used at this campsite.

Bookings

Bookings are required if you want to stay between 1 October – 30 April as part of the Whanganui Journey.

Book Mangapurua Campsite online.

Mangapurua Campsite is only accessible by boat, if you are biking the Mangapurua Track you can not access the campsite.

Tracks to this campsite

• Whanganui Journey

Location

The campsite is situated 114 km downstream from Taumarunui.

NZTM2000 coordinates: E1769629, N5650103
Latitude: -39.28183935, Longitude: 174.96669998

Mangapurua Campsite is only accessible by boat, if you are biking the Mangapurua Track you can not access the campsite.

• Boil, filter or treat water – water from tap is not treated.
• No cellphone coverage on the Whanganui River.
• Wasps are a known hazard and are particularly common from January until May. Carry antihistamines if you’re allergic to their stings.

Maximum 2 consecutive nights stay for Whanganui Journey river trip campers. You won’t be charged for staying an extra night at a campsite or hut due to high river levels – don’t canoe the river when water levels are predicted to rise or flooded.

Check safety information about Whanganui Journey.