Awa ki te moana – River to the ocean - Savour Northland

Winner of the 'Most Outstanding Event’ at last year’s inaugural Savour Northland event, we are proud to represent our unique Te Tai Tokerau flavour profile in the 2025 event.

Join us for an awe-inspiring 2-hour sundowner excursion on the bay of islands vintage railway - share a canape style service of local delicacies, music and Northland wine along the beautiful Taumarere River.

When you take your seat, you'll be treated to more than sensational scenery. Hosted by our award-winning Gold Qualmark service team, our Awa ki te moana – River to the ocean dining experience will fill your senses with the authentic flavours of Te Tai Tokerau New Zealand, inspired by the farmlands, wetlands and river you see through your window. 

Service includes six-course delicacies inspired by our scenic train journey connecting the Kawakawa-Taumarere River to the upper Bay of Islands harbour of Opua. Experience an appetizing selection of canapes matched with your choice of a local wine, beer or non-alcoholic beverages, all served in our vintage carriages, with live jazz as we amble along the picturesque corridor towards Opua.

Our Savour Northland dining menu is served from our custom-built kitchen carriage, throughout the train with a mixture of inside and outside viewing options, incredible jazz music and a festive atmosphere.

With a feast of scenery and tantalising dishes served to your seat, all you need to do is sit back, relax, and savour the journey.

Two event dates:

Sunday 12th October - Train departs Kawakawa Station at 2:00pm, returning at 4:00pm.

Friday 17th October - Train departs Kawakawa Station at 5:30pm, returning at 7:30pm.

TRANSPORT FROM KEREIKERI WITH BOI TOURS - Check details attached. $30 per head, too Easy!

Bookings essential.

R18 Event.

50% Deposit at time of booking.

100% refundable up to 7 days prior, thereafter only 50% refund.

100% transferrable to another passenger

Local Membership discount applies.pm,