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

Te Puia: Te Rā Guided Experience
Experience a day filled with excitement, culture, and connection as you explore Te Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley. Encounter our national treasure, the kiwi, and immerse yourself...
$60

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

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

For over 60 years, Interislander has been sharing the stunning scenery of Wellington Harbour and the breath-taking Marlborough Sounds with over 800,000 passengers every year....
$60

This is a compact well thought out tour, offering you an exceptionally good tour of the local highlights including wine tasting. A must do tour...
$57

Did you know that the Wairarapa International Dark Sky Reserve has one of the darkest and clearest skies in New Zealand? Only 80km from the...
$57

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

Discover the stories, flavours, and scenic beauty of Tauranga on this immersive four-hour journey combining coastal highlights, fascinating history, and local food experiences. RUNS SEPTEMBER...
$57

Rotorua Off-Road 4WD Buggy Adventure
Enjoy a spectacular tour with our experienced guides and learn about the history of our Spirit Mountain, Mount Ngongotaha. Our guides are passionate about the...
$57

The Kiwi Night Encounter offers one of the best chances in New Zealand to see kiwi up close, an experience many describe as a must-do...
$57

Gannet Safaris Overland is the only tour which drives up onto to the Gannet plateau. No walking required. The views are spectutular with so much...
$57

Discover the stories, flavours, and scenic beauty of Tauranga on this immersive four-hour journey combining coastal highlights, fascinating history, and local food experiences. RUNS SEPTEMBER...
$57

This small group, fully guided day trip combines the best of both culture and Auckland landmarks together to form the ultimate Auckland experience. Highlights: •...
$57

Usual Summer Schedule: 10am, 1pm & 4pm. Times may vary please check Your Kayaking/Paddleboarding can be dry, but bring a towel, change of clothes or...
$56

Discover Auckland's downtown lanes and uptown vibes on this small-group walking tour, long regarded as one of Auckland's Best First Day experiences. ' Your local...
$55

There's a special kind of evening that only happens on the water — the light going gold, the sail filling, the noise of the day...
$57

Timber Trail: One Day Bike Hire
A mountain bike with knobbly tyres and a minimum of front suspension is recommended for riding the Timber Trail. At Timber Trail Shuttle & Bike...
$54

Explore Rotorua like never before on a 90–105 minute sightseeing adventure aboard a genuine WWII amphibious vehicle that travels seamlessly from land to water. Departing...
$54

Explore Hawke’s Bay Wineries by bike – a fun SELF-GUIDED cycle ride along dedicated, flat cycle trails to visit Napiers leading wineries for a wine...
$54

One of Taupō’s best kept secrets… the sheer beauty and tranquillity found on the crystal-clear waters of the Waikato River will take your breath away....
$52

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...
$52

