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

New Zealand, Oceania
Tekapo Shuttle: Lake Tekapo to Mt Cook National Park

-IMPORTANT UPDATE- *Operating year-round with no minimum passenger requirement and a capacity of up to 60 passengers, our shuttle lets you enjoy this self-guided walk …More

-IMPORTANT UPDATE- *Operating year-round with no minimum passenger requirement and a capacity of up to 60 passengers, our shuttle lets you enjoy this self-guided walk...

8 to 9 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (49)
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$97
Twilight at the Opera

Expanding on the incredible opportunities of the Wildlife & Penguin Tour, this tour provides the unique opportunity to experience the reserve at sunset. The magnificent …More

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Expanding on the incredible opportunities of the Wildlife & Penguin Tour, this tour provides the unique opportunity to experience the reserve at sunset. The magnificent...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (7)
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$43
Te Puia: Te Pō Indigenous Evening Experience Combo

Our most popular evening experience encompasses all we have to offer - a guided tour, hāngī buffet dinner and a cultural performance. Guided valley tour …More

Our most popular evening experience encompasses all we have to offer - a guided tour, hāngī buffet dinner and a cultural performance. Guided valley tour...

4 hours 30 minutes
4.6 (44)
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$166
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

Whale Watch is located in the small coastal town of Kaikōura on the East Coast of New Zealand’s South Island a scenic two and a …More

Whale Watch is located in the small coastal town of Kaikōura on the East Coast of New Zealand’s South Island a scenic two and a...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (2,751)
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$103
Heli Hike Fox Glacier

Why Choose us? New Zealand's best value glacier with highest customer satisfaction ratings - Book with us and enjoy significant savings compared to other glacier …More

Why Choose us? New Zealand's best value glacier with highest customer satisfaction ratings - Book with us and enjoy significant savings compared to other glacier...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (571)
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$499
Full-Day Milford Sound Tour with Cruise and Walks from Te Anau

Embark on an awe-inspiring day excursion to Milford Sound from Te Anau, where you'll be part of a friendly, intimate group of no more than …More

Embark on an awe-inspiring day excursion to Milford Sound from Te Anau, where you'll be part of a friendly, intimate group of no more than...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (773)
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$188
Nocturnal adventure Glow-worm tour

Glow-worms are the highlight of any night-time stroll in New Zealand, and when found in abundance they can be as breathtaking as our clearest night …More

Glow-worms are the highlight of any night-time stroll in New Zealand, and when found in abundance they can be as breathtaking as our clearest night...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (743)
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$72
Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

This tour offers 2 different kayaking options for you to choose from: Seal Kayak tour and the Sunset Kayak Tour. It is the first kayak …More

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This tour offers 2 different kayaking options for you to choose from: Seal Kayak tour and the Sunset Kayak Tour. It is the first kayak...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (435)
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$71
Hell's Gate Mud Bath & Spas

Experience the rejuvenating powers of the world-famous mud bath & sulphur spas at Hell’s Gate. Used by local Maori for over 800 years, open and …More

Experience the rejuvenating powers of the world-famous mud bath & sulphur spas at Hell’s Gate. Used by local Maori for over 800 years, open and...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.5 (527)
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$52
Family Adventures Rafting and Sightseeing Trip in Queenstown

Raft the gentle upper reaches of the Shotover River on this half-day trip through Skippers Canyon. You'll drive from Queenstown through a former gold-mining region and …More

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Raft the gentle upper reaches of the Shotover River on this half-day trip through Skippers Canyon. You'll drive from Queenstown through a former gold-mining region and...

5 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (342)
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$188
Full Day Fishing Trip on Auckland Waitemata Harbour

Set sail on the MV Ocean Spirit for a day of fishing on Auckland's stunning Waitemata Harbour. Ideal for individuals or small groups, these public …More

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Set sail on the MV Ocean Spirit for a day of fishing on Auckland's stunning Waitemata Harbour. Ideal for individuals or small groups, these public...

9 hours
5.0 (2)
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$62
Putt'n'Glow Mini Golf in Queenstown

Experience the thrill of Putt'N'Glow, Queenstown's only indoor glow-in-the-dark mini golf course. Set across 9 creatively designed holes and 8 exciting mini-games, this isn't your …More

Experience the thrill of Putt'N'Glow, Queenstown's only indoor glow-in-the-dark mini golf course. Set across 9 creatively designed holes and 8 exciting mini-games, this isn't your...

30 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation
4.3 (10)
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$20
Speight's Brewery Tour & Guided Tasting

Enjoy over 145 years of brewing history as the guides take you through the interactive brewery tour. Learn in a guided small group with a …More

Enjoy over 145 years of brewing history as the guides take you through the interactive brewery tour. Learn in a guided small group with a...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (678)
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$26
Small Group Jet Boat Adventure on the Clutha River from Wanaka

Lets us take you on amazing Jet boat ride down the Mighty Clutha river. Amazing world renowned scenery , snow capped mountains and the famous …More

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Lets us take you on amazing Jet boat ride down the Mighty Clutha river. Amazing world renowned scenery , snow capped mountains and the famous...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (327)
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$91
Ocean Leopard - Cathedral Cove & Volcanic Coast Boat Tour

Discover Cathedral Cove and Mercury Bay’s spectacular volcanic coastline on a premium 2-hour sightseeing experience from Whitianga. Travel aboard Ocean Leopard, purpose-built for comfort and …More

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Discover Cathedral Cove and Mercury Bay’s spectacular volcanic coastline on a premium 2-hour sightseeing experience from Whitianga. Travel aboard Ocean Leopard, purpose-built for comfort and...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (444)
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$86
Classical Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings -Taupo Sailing Adventures

Escape the hectic life and enjoy your sailing experience on our classical sailing yacht Fearless for timeless charm and authentic sailing. Explore the Māori Rock …More

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Escape the hectic life and enjoy your sailing experience on our classical sailing yacht Fearless for timeless charm and authentic sailing. Explore the Māori Rock...

120 to 150 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (146)
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$34
Premium Milford Sound Tour Including Cruise, Flight & Lunch

This small group day trip includes a stunning boutique Milford Sound cruise and an amazing scenic flight back to Queenstown. Highlights: •Bus tour From Queenstown …More

This small group day trip includes a stunning boutique Milford Sound cruise and an amazing scenic flight back to Queenstown. Highlights: •Bus tour From Queenstown...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (250)
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$515
Milford Sound Full Day Tour from Te Anau with Cruise

Travel the Milford Road in our luxurious & comfortable vehicles specially designed for small groups tours to Milford Sound. Modern comforts such as bucket leather …More

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Travel the Milford Road in our luxurious & comfortable vehicles specially designed for small groups tours to Milford Sound. Modern comforts such as bucket leather...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (393)
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$175
National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour

See conservation in action at the most successful kiwi hatchery in the world! The National Kiwi Hatchery is the national leader in kiwi husbandry, egg …More

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See conservation in action at the most successful kiwi hatchery in the world! The National Kiwi Hatchery is the national leader in kiwi husbandry, egg...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.8 (328)
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$46
Rotorua Ziplines - Zipline Over Waterfalls - Free Sauna

Are you ready to soar over waterfalls, zoom through pristine native forests, and be enlightened through a hands-on cultural and ecological experience in Okere Falls, …More

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Are you ready to soar over waterfalls, zoom through pristine native forests, and be enlightened through a hands-on cultural and ecological experience in Okere Falls,...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (496)
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$97
Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach Small-Group Tour with Lunch

Escape Auckland for a day of turquoise water, golden beaches, and some of New Zealand’s most spectacular coastal scenery. Travel into the Coromandel Peninsula to …More

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Escape Auckland for a day of turquoise water, golden beaches, and some of New Zealand’s most spectacular coastal scenery. Travel into the Coromandel Peninsula to...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (301)
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$113
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