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    Canterbury Museum at CoCA

    Canterbury Museum is a window into the wonders of New Zealand and has been operating and collecting treasures for 150 years. From moa to Antarctic penguins and intriguing artefacts... read more

  • Dunedin Bays and Beaches

    Dunedin Bays & Beaches

    Established as a result of volcanic activity, Dunedin is the oldest city in New Zealand filled with exemplary historical architecture. There is so much to see of the surrounding rugged coastline laden with picturesque scenery and remarkable wildlife. Lined with beautiful white sand and crisp waters, the many beaches should be on your list as a 'must do' when you are visiting Dunedin. Join this half day tour to experience the best of the peninsula hotspots loaded with striking views starring the bays and beaches. 

    Tour includes:

    • Return transfers from central Dunedin accommodation or Port Chalmers 
    • View Dunedin from Signal Hill Lookout
    • See the world's steepest street, Baldwin St & the Historic Dunedin Railway Station
    • Explore the Otago Peninsula including Portobello
    • Stop at a wildlife reserve to see the world's rarest sea-lion 
    • Enjoy a visit to one of Otago Peninsula's stunning beaches

     

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  • Ages 6+
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    Kaiteriteri Kayak - Abel Tasman National Park

    We are the only kayak company in the Abel Tasman to specialise in family kayak hire. It's simply a fabulous way to explore a stunning environment in peace and tranquility and it ma... read more

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    Mt Hutt Ski Area

    This is New Zealand’s best ski resort! Voted eight times in a row at the World Ski Awards, Canterbury’s big mountain is loved for its hospitality, high altitude, legendary runs, an... read more

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    Glacier Hot Pools - Franz Josef

    With three secluded private pools and three larger public pools surrounded by breathtaking rainforest and native wildlife, there is plenty of inspiration to invigorate your senses and realign your body, mind and spirit (or your tinana, hinengaro and wairua in Māori). These amazingly therapeutic Hot Pools – which sit at an inviting temperature of 36 - 40 degrees Celsius – are actually fed by the pure waters of the renowned Franz Josef Glacier. Ka Roimata o Hinehukatere (‘the tears of Hinehukatere'), is the traditional Māori name for Franz Josef. The story behind the name tells of Hinehukatere's lost love, Wawe who was swept to his death by an avalanche. It is said that Hinehukatere was so broken hearted, that her tears of aroha (love) flowed down the mountain and were frozen by the Gods to form the glacier.

     

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    Cruise Te Anau - Fiord Discovery Cruise

    Discover South Fiord, Lake Te Anau! Leave the crowds behind and explore Lake Te Anau with your own knowledgeable guide and get truly close to nature. Visit the hidden corners of NZ... read more

  • Ages 4+
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    Cape Farewell Horse Treks

    Cape Farewell Horse Treks are Department of Conservation and Qualmark approved, and suitable for riders of all ages and skill levels.

    Puponga Beach (1.5hrs) - All levels (children 4yrs+)
    This is a great all round trek with a good variety of terrain and an opportunity to ride fast if you choose to. Great for families and time-limited horse lovers.

    Old Man Range (2.5hrs) - All levels (children 13yrs+)
    This trek has it all – hills, grassy paddocks and sandstone tracks, not to mention world-class views!  There are plenty of opportunities for a fast pace along this trek and it is suitable for all ages and skill levels.

    Wharariki Beach (3.5hrs) - Experienced riders only
    This amazing trek combines aqua with equine in an amazing three hour long adventure. More suited to adults, teenagers and older children (10 and above, unless they have riding experience).

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    Tongariro National Park Scenic Flight

    Experience the thrill of flying over some of New Zealand’s most spectacular terrain with a scenic flight over the World Heritage Site of Tongariro National Park. This amazing Volcanic Park is so precious, that it was the second area in the world (after Yellowstone in America) to be declared a National Park.

    Tongariro Crossing - 15 minutes flying time
    As you soar around Mt Tongariro's volcanic craters, you will see the renowned Tongariro Alpine Crossing, the perfect cone of Mt Ngauruhoe (‘Mt Doom’ in the Lord of the Rings), the stunning Chateau Tongariro Resort and gorgeous alpine lakes.

    Northern Circuit - 25 minutes flying time
    The Northern Circuit allows you to view an extended version of the Tongariro Crossing flight.

    The Volcanic Explorer - 35 minutes flying time
    This flight is Mountain Air’s most requested flight. Experience the majestic views of all three of Tongariro Park’s volcanoes from 10,000 feet. This flight also includes views of the active crater lake of Mt Ruapehu, as well as Lord of the Rings filming sites.

    Child rates for 3-12 year olds.  Under 3s are FREE.

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    Minus 5º ICE BAR

    Take a step into our Winter Wonderland and experience life like a penguin in extreme temperatures of –5º and colder! Dressed like an Antarctic Explorer, you get to explore this Ant... read more

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    Highview Retreat

    Highview Retreat ~ the spacious, upscale holiday house that has it all for your family and friends! Just what you want from your Queenstown stay ~ a very special pad with stunning ... read more

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    Thrillzone DX Race Car Simulator

    Our DX Race Simulator will transport you right into the drama and white-knuckle excitement of real track racing!  It’s so realistic your adrenaline will be pumping! Jump onto one ... read more

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    Coronet Peak

    This is the locals' playground, at just 20 minutes from Queenstown. Modern facilities, extensive snow-making, grooming and great learner slopes combined with roller coaster terrain... read more

  • Wheelhouse Inn

    The Wheelhouse Inn

    Fantastic Sea Views from all accommodations!
    Stay in our luxury self-contained holiday home accommodation in Nelson, New Zealand. The Wheelhouse Inn holiday homes have spectacular sea views from Nelson's Port Hills over sparkling Tasman Bay. All holiday homes enjoy the same fantastic sea views, with complete peace and privacy in a beautifully landscaped and tranquil bush setting where the only noise is from the birdlife. Only a 5 minute walk to the scenic waterfront with its award winning restaurants and 2km from the town centre. Our holiday homes are perfectly placed for all of Nelson's attractions. We offer affordable luxury that's perfect for families.  Be swept away by the quiet seclusion of our bush setting, the attention to detail in our fittings and furnishings and, of course, the romance of our sea views. All our Qualmark 4 star plus holiday homes are open for bookings all year round. For details of our current prices click on tariff. We are centrally located on the Port Hills above Nelson's waterfront.

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    MTG Museum Hawkes Bay

    MTG Hawke’s Bay is an award-winning museum, home of the region's taonga and other treasures...MTG Hawke’s Bay uses its collection to tell the stories of the region and beyond, inc... read more

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    Puzzling World Shop

    Puzzling World offers one of the largest Puzzle gift shops in the country. From NZ-made wooden puzzles, string puzzles, brain teasers and metal creations to the latest family games... read more

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    Snopro Ski Rental Delivery

    Snopro offers NZ's first dedicated ski rental delivery service!  Whether you're staying in Queenstown, Arrowtown, Wanaka or the Cardrona Valley - the team will custom fit you and y... read more

  • Ages 8+
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    Riverboarding

    Go Riverboarding with the originals! Celebrating 25 years operating in the pristine waters of Kawarau River.  If you do one water activity in Queenstown it HAS to be this – riverbo... read more

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    Whareroa Farm tracks

    Enjoy regenerating shrubland, coastal views and kohekohe forest on these walks that are suitable for children. Walks range from 355 metres to 13.4km - there is something for everyone. Plus some great mountain bike tracks to play on, and even a horse riding track. Lots of room to play!

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    • Location: Whareroa Farm, Queen Elizabeth Park off-ramp about 3.5 km north of Paekakariki on SH1.
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    yello! Skifield Transport

    Yello! – Wanaka's #1 taxi and ski field transport operator, provides private transport to Snow Farm, Cardrona and Treble Cone so your day is easy and hassle-free!  Our vehicles are... read more

  • Island Getaway

    Bay of Islands Sea Shuttle Day Tour

    Escape the crowds on an island getaway around the Bay of Islands. With island walks, wildlife spotting, snorkeling, paddle boarding and the boat cruise this is an awesome day of fun for the family!

    Keep a look out for marine life and shore birds that inhabit the area including dolphins.

    The tour has a maximum group size of 20 so this is a great option if you are looking for a smaller, personalised and interactive cruise in the Bay of Islands. Child prices for 4-12 year olds, under 4s go FREE.

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  • Ages 10+
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    Velocity Valley – Activity Package

    With the choice of these activitiy packages, you can pick whatever adventure rides work for you, including the Swoop, Agrojet, Freefall Xtreme the Schweeb Race Thru Space and also Rotorua Bungy. All held in the "adventure playground" region of Rotorua, these give great thrill rides each offer a different sensation, yet all of them are focused on one thing - providing pure fun! Zoom across the waters aboard the Agrojet, take the plunge with the Rotorua Bungee, become a human pendulum on the Swoop body swing, soar in the first wind tunnel in the Southern Hemisphere the Freefall Xtreme, and experience the uniqueness that can only be described in a single word - Shweeb.

    • A choice of packages allowing you to experience the Agrojet, Freefall Extreme, Swop, Shweeb Racer or the Rotorua Bungy activities
    • Complimentary scheduled transfers twice daily from the Rotorua CBD

     

     

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  • Ages 3+
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    Family Kayak Pedal Tour - Kaikoura

    Looking for some engaging Kaikoura family activities? Look no further than a family kayak tour with Seal Kayak Kaikoura! Embark on an unforgettable Kaikoura sea kayaking adventure along the coastline to view the New Zealand fur seals. This tour is suitable for all ages three-years and above, with no previous kayaking experience required!

    The Kaikoura seal kayak family tour is designed to cater to all ages and skill levels, ensuring that everyone in the family can participate and have a fantastic time. The experienced guides at Seal Kayak Kaikoura will provide a thorough safety briefing and equip you with all the necessary gear, so you can feel confident and comfortable throughout the tour.

    The only Kaikoura kayak tours to use Hobie pedal kayaks, the whole family can enjoy trying out the pedals, with each child accompanied by an adult in a double kayak. Hobie pedal kayaks are very easy to use and conveniently hands-free! For added peace of mind, families with children under six-years will also have a private guide to themselves.

    As you paddle along the picturesque coastline, keep your eyes peeled for the incredible marine wildlife that calls Kaikoura home. From playful seals to majestic dolphins and even the occasional whale sighting, you never know what you might encounter on this adventure.

    Kaikoura kayak tours are not only a thrilling experience but also an educational one. Your knowledgeable guides will share fascinating insights about the local marine ecosystem, making it a great opportunity for your family to learn and appreciate the importance of conservation.

    The Kaikoura seal kayak family tour is the ideal activity for families looking to create lasting memories together. Book your tour today and embark on an unforgettable adventure that will leave your family with smiles and stories to share for years to come.

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  • Therm Outdoors

    Therm Outdoor

    We believe the best play time is time spent outdoors, where kids are free to learn and explore, and where the very best memories are made. We make outdoor gear that kids want to wear. It’s fun, it’s comfortable, and most important of all, it works.
    Our mission is to keep your children warm and dry, whatever the weather may bring. Our passion is to inspire a lifetime of outdoor adventures.

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    Spagalimis Pizzeria

    Drop into Spagalimis Pizzeria for a warm and welcoming vibe,  family friendly atmosphere, separate children's menu, huge choice of pizzas and superb birthday packages.   Plus we ha... read more

North Island

South Island

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  • Central Otago
  • Auckland
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Christchurch
  • Dunedin
  • Coromandel
  • Gisborne
  • Fiordland
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Marlborough Sounds
  • Manawatu
  • Nelson & Golden Bay
  • Northland
  • North Canterbury
  • Queenstown
  • Rotorua
  • South Canterbury
  • Taranaki
  • Southland
  • Taupo
  • Wanaka
  • Waikato
  • Wellington
  • West Coast
  • Whangarei
  • Bay of Islands
  • Tauranga
  • Gisborne
  • Hamilton
  • Napier
  • Kapiti
  • Palmerston North
  • Whanganui
  • New Plymouth
  • Arrowtown
  • Te Anau
  • Akaroa
  • Ashburton
  • Hanmer
  • Kaikoura
  • Methven
  • Mt Cook
  • Oamaru
  • Tekapo
  • Timaru
  • Abel Tasman
  • Motueka
  • Nelson Lakes
  • Blenheim
  • Picton
  • Catlins
  • Gore
  • Stewart Island
  • Central Plateau
  • Invercargill
  • Cromwell
  • Greymouth
  • Hokitika
  • Westport
  • Glenorchy

Our favourite destinations…

Auckland

New Zealand’s economic heart and biggest city is also an exciting family visitor destination, situated on a sunny harbour with city beaches just minutes away from the CBD. Orientate yourself by heading down to Viaduct Harbour, wandering the waterfront, checking out the super yachts or enjoying the waterfront restaurants. Nearby is the must-visit Sky Tower along with excellent and kid-friendly museums and tons of exciting activities!

Wellington

Wellington is New Zealand’s capital. Here you will find New Zealand's parliament buildings, including the 'Executive Wing', more well-known as 'The Beehive' due to its distinctive shape. Another icon to look out for is the Wellington Tram, which was the main means of public transport between 1878 and 1964.

Christchurch

With a population of around 400,000 Christchurch, in Canterbury, is the South Island ’s largest city, yet much of it has the feel of a small town. Perhaps that’s why it’s known as the Garden City but with the expansive Hagley Park, Botanic Gardens, Port Hills, River Avon and numerous beaches the city certainly has an open, relaxed feel that’s hard to beat.

Queenstown

With its well-deserved reputation as New Zealand’s activity adventure capital you’ll never run out of activities and things to do in Queenstown, but you may run out of time! With breathtaking scenery, activities and festivals, cafes and restaurants, skiing and snowboarding, shopping and wineries, this lakeside alpine resort rates as one of the world’s top vacation destinations for all ages and seasons.

Rotorua

Rotorua sits on the shore of Lake Rotorua, one of sixteen lakes in the area formed by hundreds of thousands of years of eruptions from the Taupo Volcanic Zone. The area is renowned for its geothermal activity and top of any activity list is to see the bubbling mud pools that are around the region for yourself. The Waimangu Volcanic Valley offers a first hand insight into the devastation caused by the 1886 eruption of Mount Tarawera and is a great place to discover steaming volcanic craters and bubbling, spitting  pools of mud!

Nelson and Golden Bay

The Nelson and Golden Bay regions, at the top of the South Island, boast enviable sunshine hours, glorious sandy beaches, safe swimming spots, lots of wildlife to look out for, and Abel Tasman National Park - an absolute must to explore, on foot, by kayak, your own craft or watertaxi.  Nelson is home to a vibrant arts and crafts community with a fabulous Saturday market, and is close to award-winning wineries and family-friendly bike tracks to take you around the coast.

Hawkes Bay

Napier was rebuilt after the 1931 earthquake and is now known as NZ's Art Deco City.  The Art Deco influence has created a unique city – nowhere else can you see such a varied concentration of art deco style. With over 2,200 sunshine hours a year, Napier is a year-round holiday destination with countless activities to entertain the kids – there's days of entertainment on Marine Parade alone, plus numerous other family-friendly trips and activities.  Add to that the beaches, walks and flat cycle paths, outdoor cafes and entertainment, and you have a perfect holiday destination!

Northland

Beautiful, unspoiled beaches, fishing, historic gum fields, kauri forests – the Far North has it all. With subtropical temperatures, it's often known as ‘the Winterless north', with warm, humid summers and mild winters.
Gateway to the Bay of Islands, Paihia is a pretty, lively beachside town and a perfect base for your family holiday. It’s your start point for Bay of Island adventures including day cruises, sailing, kayaking, swimming with dolphins and reef or wreck diving.