Captivating Railway Journey in Coromandel

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1 giờ 15 phút

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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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Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Chính sách hủy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Bao gồm

Professional and friendly staff

Profits from the tour go toward forest conservation projects

Cần Quan Tâm

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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Captivating Railway Journey in Coromandel

Đánh giá

4.69

29 đánh giá

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Must do in Coromandel
Louisa B,
24 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
Great train trip on a really unique railway with fascinating history. Friendly and informative staff
Truly enjoyable experience!
katk891,
24 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
What a wonderful experience! It was easy to find, lots of parking, affordable, friendly staff, perfect amount of time and a truly enjoyable train ride with fascinating history about this beautiful piece of land on the magical Coromandel Peninsula.
A great experience.
JudyPPS,
18 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
A very interesting experience with an informative commentary. All staff were friendly and wanted us all to enjoy our train ride. Very well priced so excellent value. Recommend booking as trains are often full.
The train trip
Gillian M,
14 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
Definitely an experience everyone should enjoy Such an interesting story of how the railway became to be
Historical railway and sensational views
janegT811BS,
15 thg 10, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
Narrow gauge railway and scenic viewing opportunities along the track, ending at Eyefull Tower. Very interesting history of the railway's inception.
An NZ must do
easonae,
6 thg 10, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent experience even in heavy rain when we started. Great commentary of the history of the railway and pointing out features of the railway and the pottery and sculptures along the way. Great view from the eyeful tower as the weather had improved. Great value and traveling through the rain forest was something also special.
A unique experience
sophie2173,
16 thg 6, 2023
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
A really unique way to see the Coromandel. We loved learning about the origins of the railway from our informative guide. We recommend this for anyone with some free time in Coromandel town!
Fantastic experience!
Companion24796779637,
15 thg 6, 2023
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
I loved the recreational style Driving Creek had going, from the rustic buildings to the train itself, using recycled glass bottles as retaining walls etc. The 'Zip line' was a thrilling experience, and our guides Angus & Cole where both humorous & friendly But what really made this place stand above the rest was its commitment to preserving the native forest and its wildlife. They have implemented several conservation projects to ensure this area remains a stronghold for our native animals and plants. It's impressive to see an attraction that puts conservation at the forefront of their operations, and it made me feel good about visiting.
Quirky, unexpected and fun little train ride
DebM562,
6 thg 5, 2023
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
4.00
What a quirky little adventure this was!! Fun activity for all ages (I went with Mum and Dad aged 78 and 81). The site is unbelievable, the scenery is incredible, the pottery everywhere was cool and getting to know the creativity and vision of BB who created the railway was pretty special too. Only criticism is that the sound system on the train wasn't great so we couldn't hear much of what the guide was telling us while on the train.
Great!
marroni03,
28 thg 3, 2023
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
Super ride through the beautiful and varied forest with a sweet little railway. The trip here was absolutely worth it!:-)