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

Explore the Waitakere Ranges rainforest and Auckland’s rugged west coast, including Piha Beach or World famous in New Zealand: Gannet Colony, Muriwai Beach, during an...
$114

Skip the standard sightseeing tour and discover Auckland through the eyes of a local. With Lokafy, every tour is private, unscripted, and personalized to you....
$60

Join this full-day scuba dive charter and dive in the beautiful marine reserves of Goat Island, Matheson Bay and Tawharanui. See stingrays, crays, large snapper...
$160

Journey from Franz Josef to Christchurch on one of New Zealand’s most iconic scenic routes. Travel along the rugged West Coast, known for its wild...
$324

Kaikōura, whose name translates to ‘eat crayfish’ in English, is a small coastal town often overlooked by tourists. Caught between the Kaikōura Ranges - which...
$129

This full-day Marlborough experience from Blenheim takes you across the Wairau Plains into the picturesque sea port of Havelock, where you can stop to explore...
$209

Kaikoura is famous for whales and dolphins and arguably one of the world's most exciting arenas for ocean going birds. This full day tour accompanies...
$229

Enjoy an amazing Private Tour from Auckland to Waitomo Caves, featuring one of New Zealand’s most famous attractions located about 2 ½ hours south of...
$480

This private Full Day Tour explores complete Christchurch city from one edge to another with your private Driver/Guide. Christchurch, known for its English heritage, is...
$93

It's a remarkable journey of discovery that takes you from Auckland to one of the most spectacular parts of New Zealand, the Bay of Islands....
$303

Nestled at the heart of New Zealand’s Southern Alps (Kā Tiritiri o te Moana), Arthur’s Pass is steeped in history. Home of the world’s only...
$214

The city of sails has much to offer. At first I give you an overview of our place in the Pacific from the top of...
$73

Enjoy a day trip from Auckland to Rotorua with the opportunity to explore the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Your chauffeur will pick you up from your...
$141

Experience the best things to see in Auckland with a 24 or 48-hour hop on hop off bus ticket! The routes each take approximately 1...
$41

Unlike a fixed guided tour, the Western Explorer puts you in the driver's seat. Hop off at any of 16 stops across Waiheke's best wineries,...
$60

When your cruise ship docks in Dunedin, take a trip through the spectacular scenery surrounding the Taieri River on board the Taieri Gorge Railway. Travel...
$166

While your ship is in port in Akaroa Harbour, take a shore excursion to tour the scenic Banks Peninsula and visit the city of Christchurch....
$83

Experience the grand architecture and beautiful gardens of Christchurch when your ship is in port in Akaroa. Your shore excursion from Akaroa port also includes...
$132

Enjoy a fantastic sightseeing tour of this very unique part of New Zealand. Showcasing the very best the Region has to offer. Drive through river...
$57

Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown
Venture out on a one-way sightseeing tour from Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook and experience the splendor of the New Zealand Southern Alps. Enjoy...
$115

Open 7 days a week from 9am - 5pm, self guide your way through a range of exhibits from Mountains to sea. You will see...
$18

