The best family-friendly activities in New Zealand for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

Shamarra Alpaca Farm Tours
Alpacas Farm is an unparalleled opportunity to get up close and personal with alpacas, learn about this loving animal, and create some memories with friends...
$35

2-Hour Waiatoto River Jetboat Safari
The jet boat is the mode of transport, the river safari is the attraction. The jet boat will take you safely up the river into...
$183

Glacier Country Helicopters is a local, family owned and operated company based in Franz Josef, on the West Coast of New Zealand. Husband and wife...
$399

This trip provides a spectacular overview of Milford Sound and endless panoramic views of lakes, forested river valleys, waterfalls, jagged razor backed ridge lines and...
$436

Explore all that Lake Mapourika has to offer in this half day guided Kayak & Walk excursion - just minutes away from Franz Josef Glacier!...
$103

Katoa Jet Boat tour on Lake Rotorua
FEEL THE EXCITEMENT AND EXHILARATION ON LAKE ROTORUA WITH KATOA JET Experience the white-knuckle rush of a 30 minute jet boat tour on Lake Rotorua....
$63

Scenic Te Mata Peak Tour by Supertrike
*All cruise tours depart from the National Aquarium - please see note below* This scenic tour will depart Napier, following the coastline before heading inland...
$126

Get bird’s-eye views of Cape Brett and the Hole in the Rock on a Bay of Islands scenic helicopter tour from Paihia. Take in the...
$203

Private guided tour in a luxury Tesla Model X or Model Y. Our knowledgeable guides offer personalized tours into the world-renown Milford Sound from Te...
$221

Wildwire Wanaka- Level 1 (2 Hours)
Living a rich life is about experiences, not stuff – our spectacular backyard is full of adventure and we want to share it with you....
$117

Akaroa guided kayak safari provide a premium 3 hour guided sea kayak safari with a local nature/sea kayak guide through's pristine marine reserve and harbour....
$89

Sea Cave Adventures in Whitianga
Join local guides for an authentic 2-3 hour tour covering over 25km of continuous volcanic coastline. Our unique purpose built vessel is the perfect viewing...
$80

Our Guided Kayak Safari is a great way to spend your time in amazing Akaroa! This is a once in a lifetime chance to paddle...
$77

A relaxed and friendly small group tour (max. 8 pax) showing you Dunedin's most impressive, unique and charming sights, including a tour of the only...
$149

Franz Josef Nature Tour
This eco-tour is ideal for nature enthusiasts of all ages and abilities, providing opportunities for off-track adventures & a profound insight into the intricate workings...
$66

Experience the best view in town. Land on the Remarkables spur, overlooking Queenstown and the Wakatipu basin with Coronet and Cecil Peaks in the distance....
$247

2 Hour Surf Lesson - Te Arai Beach
Learn to Surf @ Te Arai, Auckland #1 East Coast Surf Beach! Blue water, white sand and consistent waves for all ages and stages Te Arai...
$47

*WORLD EXCLUSIVE FLIGHT* Join this tour for the unique opportunity to fly in both a Ski Plane and Helicopter, the only flight like it in...
$344

Explore Franz Josef's Lake Mapourika on a personalised scenic cruise, where rainforest meets the Southern Alps in a calm setting within a UNESCO World Heritage...
$78

This small group, fully-guided day trip combines all of the key highlights in the area with the famous Lake Tekapo, Mt Cook National Park and...
$229

Combine our Half Day in Middle Earth with a second Half Day Adventure into another part of Middle Earth with our partner company. We have a 1 hour...
$234

