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Eating out can be one of the highlights of a holiday in Taumarunui. You can expect to find wonderful examples of edible excellence throughout the country, and the high standard of food offered by cafes and restaurants can be attributed to an unlimited supply of fresh, quality ingredients. The cuisine style known as Pacific Rim is New Zealand's point of difference. Pacific Rim blends the flavours of South East Asia, the Pacific and Japan. Seafood, the traditional Maori hangi (an earth oven), fresh fruit and locally produced venison and beef are just a selection of the must-try cuisine on offer. Combine this with world-class locally made wines and you have a memorable dining experience.

Taumarunui lies at the confluence of the Ongarue and Whanganui Rivers used for recreational canoeing
and jet boating. 'The Heart of the King Country', it serves a large farming district. Activities
include hunting, horse riding, trout fishing, bush walks, Maori marae, arts and crafts, and Heritage
Trail (SH 43) to Stratford. There are several small private museums. It is possible to hire canoes
and take a trip or a 1-5 day journey stopping at campsites along the way.