Sunshine Settlement Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Sunshine Settlement
Popular places to visit
Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence during your travels in Taumarunui. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas.
Rangaroa Domain
Explore the great outdoors at Rangaroa Domain, a lovely green space in Taumarunui. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Taumarunui Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Taumarunui at Taumarunui Golf Course. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas.
Hakiaha Street
Find out about the history of Taumarunui when you take a trip to Hakiaha Street. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas.
Taumarunui Domain
Explore the great outdoors at Taumarunui Domain, a lovely green space in Taumarunui. Make some time to visit the spas while you're in the area.
Taumarunui Hospital
If Taumarunui Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Taumarunui.
Activities
Timber Trail Two Day Mountain Bike Ride - Shuttle Service
Our pick of the best Sunshine Settlement Hotel Deals
Alexander Motel
Great location in the heart of town - a nice clean and comfy motel with everything you need.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Central Park Motor Inn
Will stay again, clean unit and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Haven: Ruapehu Accommodation - great value
We absolutely loved staying at Haven! What an amazing little place tucked away in what is literally nature's haven! It was such a beautiful experience for a family like ours with a small budget looking to experience a bit of country life, cooking with the Shacklock 501 vintage oven, teaching the ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Ruapehu's Owhango OLD POST OFFICE 4-7 Bdr Holiday Home with Sauna & SpaPool
Quirky, fun property. Excellent location for walks, relaxing, local scenery.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Great value Cottage - 20 mins to Whakapapa
Clean and cozy
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Tekoa Lodge a truely beuatiful location , that is quiet, secluded and private .
Beautiful setting and has everything you need. Great outdoor living in nice weather. Good base for doing the Tongariro Crossing.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sunshine Settlement
Hikumutu
When in Hikumutu, you can plan a visit to Taumarunui Domain and Epic Cycle Adventures, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Piriaka
While Piriaka isn't home to many top sights, Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence and Hakiaha Street are some notable places to visit nearby.
Manunui
If you're spending some time in Manunui, Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence and Epic Cycle Adventures are top sights worth seeing.
