Riverland Family Park Karting in Whanganui
About Riverland Family Park
Riverland Family Park is an outdoor family amusement park on Anzac Parade beside Kowhai Park and the Whanganui River, with three distinct kart choices rather than one general rental product. Club Karts cover ages seven to ten, Action Karts start at age ten, and Double Go Karts allow an adult driver to carry a child under seven, alongside mini golf, bicycle and e-bike hire and a weekend or holiday bungy trampoline. The expanded guide explains the current safety limits, seasonal hours and group options so families can confirm availability with the park before travelling.
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Family karting beside the Whanganui River
Riverland Family Park sits on Anzac Parade next to Kowhai Park. Its kart choices are divided by age and driving role, with other outdoor activities available for a mixed family visit.
Choose the correct kart
- Club Karts: these are intended for children aged seven to ten.
- Action Karts: solo access starts at age ten and prior driving confidence may be assessed.
- Double Karts: the driver must be at least 18 and can carry a child under seven.
- Weight: the current safety policy publishes a maximum of 120kg for kart users.
Clothing and track rules
- Footwear: closed shoes are required for go-karts.
- Equipment: helmets and seatbelts must remain correctly secured.
- Clothing: remove loose accessories and tie back long hair.
- Driving: deliberate contact, alcohol, leaving the kart early and ignoring flags are prohibited.
Hours, activities and groups
- Winter: normal hours are weekends 10:00–16:00, with school-holiday opening also published.
- Summer: Tuesday–Friday is 13:00–16:00 and weekends 10:00–17:00; holiday hours can differ.
- Other activities: 18-hole mini golf, bike hire, e-bike hire and bungy trampoline are advertised separately.
- Groups: schools, birthdays, business functions and team building can arrange visits directly with the park.
