Travel through the beautiful Dansey Scenic Reserve on the steep 1:35 gradient railway in your own self-drive RailCruiser between Mamaku and Tarukenga return. With stunning lake views and rolling farmland, the 360° views from your RailCruiser makes this trip the ultimate railway experience.
The RailCruising excursion departure is from Mamaku Railway Station, Kaponga Street, Mamaku (19km north of Rotorua, 20 minutes). Transport from downtown Rotorua or from your accommodation to Mamaku and return can be arranged at an extra cost of $30 per person. We can also arrange, at a small extra cost, for the transport operator to take you to other tourist sites or attractions.
Each RailCruiser can carry up to 4 adults, or 2 adults and 2-3 children (depending on size/age of children). Note: Only your group members will share your RailCruiser.
Warm clothing, windbreaker and camera. RailCruises are designed for all weather use with drop down sides. Each RailCruiser has blankets on board should you need them.
The RailCruising prices below are for you to meet us at Mamaku Railway Station.
If you require transport from Rotorua, we can arrange to have you picked up from your Rotorua accommodation, transported to Mamaku Railway Station and returned after your excursion on the railway.
The cost for transport from Rotorua to Mamaku return is an additional $30 per person.
16-65 years
4 adults or more booking
65+ years
6-16 years
0-5 years
Per family, 2 adults and up to 3 children