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

North Island, New Zealand
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Rotorua: WaiOtapu & Redwood forest & Blues springs from Auckland

New Zealand Highlights Private Day Tour Perfect for couples, families, and friends – a completely private experience. No joining with other groups. Discover the best …More

New Zealand Highlights Private Day Tour Perfect for couples, families, and friends – a completely private experience. No joining with other groups. Discover the best...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$429
Private Hobbiton movie set & Blue springs from Auckland

Private New Zealand Day Tour – Hobbiton & Blue Springs This tour is perfect for couples, families, or friends. Enjoy a completely private experience you …More

Private New Zealand Day Tour – Hobbiton & Blue Springs This tour is perfect for couples, families, or friends. Enjoy a completely private experience you...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$487
Private Hobbiton Tour from Auckland

This tour is ideal for Couples, families, and friends, small groups for private tour. Not with other group or people. Take the opportunity to highlight …More

This tour is ideal for Couples, families, and friends, small groups for private tour. Not with other group or people. Take the opportunity to highlight...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$431
Private Auckland to Rotorua Tour by Luxury Vehicle.

Optimise your time in New Zealand with this Private Luxury Tour from Auckland to Rotorua. Incorporate visits to both Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Hobbiton Movie …More

Optimise your time in New Zealand with this Private Luxury Tour from Auckland to Rotorua. Incorporate visits to both Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Hobbiton Movie...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (3)
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$954
National Aquarium of New Zealand in Napier Native Icons Tour

The best way to experience the Aquarium, this guided tour focuses on our wonderful native icons including the Kiwi and Tuatara. Your chance to view …More

The best way to experience the Aquarium, this guided tour focuses on our wonderful native icons including the Kiwi and Tuatara. Your chance to view...

1 hour Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$37
Napier Highlights Plus: Art Deco, Murals & Coastal Discovery

Discover the essence of Napier in an intimate small-group setting, where every detail is curated to provide an enriching and memorable experience. This isn’t just …More

Discover the essence of Napier in an intimate small-group setting, where every detail is curated to provide an enriching and memorable experience. This isn’t just...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$92
The Adrenaline Overdose at Off Road NZ

Raceline Karting is NZ’s premier karting adventure it is New Zealand's newest and longest state of the art outdoor KartSport circuit.Situated at the Rotorua International …More

Raceline Karting is NZ’s premier karting adventure it is New Zealand's newest and longest state of the art outdoor KartSport circuit.Situated at the Rotorua International...

1 hour Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$81
3 Days, Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton & Rotorua Tour: from Auckland

Experience the best of New Zealand's North Island on this 3-day guided tour. Explore the world-famous Hobbiton Movie Set, navigate the subterranean Waitomo Glowworm Caves, …More

Experience the best of New Zealand's North Island on this 3-day guided tour. Explore the world-famous Hobbiton Movie Set, navigate the subterranean Waitomo Glowworm Caves,...

3 days
5.0 (3)
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$1,366
Private Maori Walking Tour with Wine Tasting and Lunch

This 5 hour, Maori-led private walking tour of Waiheke Island introduces you to the area’s natural and cultural history. Start off from the ferry terminal …More

This 5 hour, Maori-led private walking tour of Waiheke Island introduces you to the area’s natural and cultural history. Start off from the ferry terminal...

5 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$161
Small Group Waitomo and Rotorua including Te Puia Tour

Discover the best of New Zealand's North Island in a single day! Our tour takes you to the famous Waitomo Caves and the geothermal wonders …More

Discover the best of New Zealand's North Island in a single day! Our tour takes you to the famous Waitomo Caves and the geothermal wonders...

11 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$301
Auckland Private Tour including Airport Transfer

Begin or end your time in Auckland / New Zealand with a Private Tour of Auckland combined with a transfer to or from Auckland Airport. …More

Begin or end your time in Auckland / New Zealand with a Private Tour of Auckland combined with a transfer to or from Auckland Airport....

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (3)
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$512
Fishing charter - Hauraki Gulf

The Captain is a unique kiwi with a friendly and helpful disposition. Over the years I have been referred to as Captain Lozza and it’s …More

The Captain is a unique kiwi with a friendly and helpful disposition. Over the years I have been referred to as Captain Lozza and it’s...

6 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$1,431
1hr Grade II Rafting Adventure - Perfect for Families + Beginners

This grade ii rafting is an adventure that everyone can enjoy. Family with young children? bring them all along! Group of friends looking to enjoy …More

This grade ii rafting is an adventure that everyone can enjoy. Family with young children? bring them all along! Group of friends looking to enjoy...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$63
Rotorua Full Day Private Tour from Auckland

This is small-group day trip from Auckland features to Rotorua. Visit the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute of Te Puia, witness the thermal activity of …More

This is small-group day trip from Auckland features to Rotorua. Visit the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute of Te Puia, witness the thermal activity of...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (3)
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$172
Group Beginner Surf Lesson in Mount Maunganui

- Learn to surf at Mount Maunganui, New Zealand’s most iconic and beginner-friendly beach. - Enjoy small group sizes (max 8) for personalised guidance from …More

- Learn to surf at Mount Maunganui, New Zealand’s most iconic and beginner-friendly beach. - Enjoy small group sizes (max 8) for personalised guidance from...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$45
Auckland Half Day Tour - See the Most Famous Attractions

Discover Auckland’s lively districts and scenic landscapes on this extensive half-day shore trip. Journey in a Mercedes-Benz 7-seater luxury van or 12 seater Sprinter, or …More

Discover Auckland’s lively districts and scenic landscapes on this extensive half-day shore trip. Journey in a Mercedes-Benz 7-seater luxury van or 12 seater Sprinter, or...

4 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$183
The Boulders Scenic Half Day Float on the Rangitikei River

Whitecilffs Boulders are an eerie Boulder Garden sitting on the banks of the Rangitikei River. Lunching amongst these Boulders midway through a gentle drift down …More

Whitecilffs Boulders are an eerie Boulder Garden sitting on the banks of the Rangitikei River. Lunching amongst these Boulders midway through a gentle drift down...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$112
Rotorua and Waitomo

In this exclusive luxury tour you will visit the heartland of Maori culture, Rotorua sits at the centre of one of the Pacific's most active …More

In this exclusive luxury tour you will visit the heartland of Maori culture, Rotorua sits at the centre of one of the Pacific's most active...

8 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$467
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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Likely to Sell Out

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
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$62
Craggy Range + Premium Wineries, Napier Sights tour

Discover Napier's famous Art Deco heritage and learn about the devastating 1931 earthquake with the help of a guided photo presentation. Then enjoy premium wine …More

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Likely to Sell Out

Discover Napier's famous Art Deco heritage and learn about the devastating 1931 earthquake with the help of a guided photo presentation. Then enjoy premium wine...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$138
Wētā Workshop Unleashed Tour - Mandarin Speaking Guide

Located within Auckland’s SkyCity Precinct, the Entertainment Capital of New Zealand. Unleashed is the city’s newest location-based experience. Unleashed launched in 2020 and has already …More

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Located within Auckland’s SkyCity Precinct, the Entertainment Capital of New Zealand. Unleashed is the city’s newest location-based experience. Unleashed launched in 2020 and has already...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$38
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