Levin

The small centre of Levin is nestled between farmland to the east and beaches to the west. The nearby Tararua Ranges and the wetlands of Lake Horowhenua make Levin an attractive option for the active outdoors visitor.

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 Levin and Lake Horowhenua - Whanganui and Manawatu Region  PhillipC (Flickr)

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Levin

Accommodation

Levin boasts a number of motels, bed and breakfasts, and backpackers, suitable for every traveller.

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Levin

Activities

Browse through the diverse range of activities on offer in this area. There are many to choose from, find your favourite!  

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What to do in Levin

  • Enjoy walks and bird watching at Papaitonga Scenic Reserve
  • Visit the De Molen windmill at nearby Foxton
  • Enjoy Lake Horowhenua and its surrounding wetlands
  • Follow the Nature Coast Bird Trail for some great bird watching
  • Escape to the coast for a day on one of the local beaches

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How do you get to Levin?

  • Travel by Plane
    • There is no air service to Levin. Palmerston North International Airport services the Whanganui and Manawatu regions with regular flights from New Zealand destinations. The airport is about an hour’s drive from central Levin.
  • Travel by Train
    • Levin is included on the Overlander train journey route. The train travels between Auckland and Wellington and back on a regular basis.
  • Travel by Bus
    • Levin is included on the Overlander train journey route. The train travels between Auckland and Wellington and back on a regular basis.
  • Rent a Vehicle
    • A selection of international rental car companies offer rental services from Palmerston North Airport. Bookings should be made in advance.