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Whakahoro Campsite.
Whakahoro Campsite

Located in Whanganui National Park in the Manawatu/Whanganui region

This is a Great Walk campsite in the Whanganui area. A large, flat, grassy site beside the river, and a good starting or mid-point stop if undertaking the Whanganui Journey.

This is a good starting or mid-point stop if undertaking the Whanganui Journey. There is a 10 bunk bunkroom and boat access nearby the campsite. 

Campers must use the nearby shelters to prepare meals.

Whakahoro Bunkroom.

Fees

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

Date range

Adult NZ
18 + years

Adult INT
18+ years

Child NZ
5 to 17 years

Child INT
0 to 17 years

Infant NZ
0 to 4 years

1 October - 30 April

$19

$19

$9

$9

Free

1 May - 30 September

$10

$10

$5

$5

Free

Proof of eligibility is required for the New Zealand rate.

Passes

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 Whakahoro Campsite online.

44 km west of Owhango, off SH 4 at the end of Oio Rd.

Tracks to this campsite

Location

NZTM2000 coordinates: E1778918, N5669213
Latitude: -39.10924157, Longitude: 175.07087872

  • 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.