P.S Waimarie - Wanganui, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand
S 39° 55.990 E 175° 03.482
60H E 334066 N 5577854
The P.S Waimarie, a century paddle steamer, departs from Moutoa Quay for tours of the historically significant Whanganui River.
Waymark Code: WMGM2Y
Location: North Island, New Zealand
Date Posted: 03/18/2013
Views: 8
The P.S Waimarie, a century paddle steamer, departs from Moutoa Quay for tours of the historically significant Whanganui River.
It has been restored as part of the the Whanganui Riverboat Restoration & Navigation Trust.
According to the P.S Waimarie's website, the P.S Waimarie sunk at her moorings in 1952 after a long career on the Whanganui River. In 1993 she was finally freed from the mud. What followed was several years of hard work, effort, love and dedication to bring the proud P.S Waimarie back into her own. She has been refurbished and slight changes made to her original floor plan to allow for two indoor saloons equipped with a bar.
The original Tube Boiler has been replaced with a replica that is very true to the original. There are two modern lavatories on board and comfortable seating available the P.S Waimarie is truly a relaxing step back in time.
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Adult Ticket Price in local currency: 39
Period/Days/Hours of Operation:
Generally Friday to Monday one hour cruises leave late morning and early afternoon with special three hour Riverboat Gambler tours on some evenings. Schedule is subject to change so refer to http://www.riverboat.co.nz/events/11?view=calendar.
Food/Drink available on board?: yes
Restroom facilities on board?: yes
Protection from the elements on board: Both Indoor and Outdoor deck experience
Address of the Ticket Counter:
1A Taupo Quay
Wanganui, Manawatu-Wanganui New Zealand
4500
Required Photos Will be Uploaded: yes
Coordinates of the Ticket Counter: Not Listed
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