Free cancellation
Activity Coromandel, New Zealand
Captivating Railway Journey in Coromandel
4.7
(85 reviews)
1 h 15 min
Free cancellation
out of 5
85 reviews
About this activity
The Driving Creek Railway isn’t just a scenic ride, it’s a journey through one man’s lifelong vision of creativity and conservation. Every bridge, tunnel, and curve was hand-built by local potter and engineer Barry Brickell, turning an artist’s dream into a living, working masterpiece.
Today, the forest that once surrounded his workshop has flourished into a protected sanctuary filled with birdsong and native bush. With sweeping views from the EyeFull Tower and stories shared by your guide, this tour connects art, nature, and Kiwi ingenuity in a way you won’t find anywhere else.
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 h 15 min
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Up to 30 people
- People per booking
- 1–30
- Guide
- English
- Operated by
- Driving Creek
Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–16 years) · Adults (17–120 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Profits from the tour go toward forest conservation projects
- Included: Professional and friendly staff
Itinerary
Driving Creek Railway is a unique rail tour and must-do activity in Coromandel, New Zealand. As part of Driving Creek’s not-for-profit mission, every booking helps support native biodiversity and our creative legacy. This family-friendly, all-weather experience takes you on a 1 hour 15 minute journey on New Zealand’s only mountain railway. Hand-built by artist, engineer and conservationist Barry Brickell, the railway climbs through regenerating native forest, now a thriving wildlife sanctuary. You’ll cross ten bridges and three tunnels, with spectacular views from the EyeFull Tower. Along the way, your guide will share the inspiring story of how art, engineering and conservation shaped Driving Creek Railway.
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Stop 1
Meeting point and pickup
Everyone meets at the meeting point.
Meeting point
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380 Driving Creek Road, Coromandel 3506, New Zealand
3km north of Coromandel Town on Driving Creek Road.
End point
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380 Driving Creek Road, Coromandel 3506, New Zealand
3km north of Coromandel Town on Driving Creek Road.
Cancellation
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| At least one day before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
- The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
Good to know
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveller ratings
4.7
out of 5 · 85 reviews
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- 80%
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