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

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Great Escape Self-Guided Scenic Cycle Winery Tour from Napier

Experience Hawke's Bay on this scenic 28km (17 mile) cycle ride. The route follows beautiful coastal bike trail. Visit Atea A Rangi Star Compass and …More

Experience Hawke's Bay on this scenic 28km (17 mile) cycle ride. The route follows beautiful coastal bike trail. Visit Atea A Rangi Star Compass and...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$52
Bike Hire at the Waitangi Mountain Bike Park

The Waitangi Mountain Bike Park is a purpose built mountain bike park with over 50km of world class trails built by the professionals. There are …More

The Waitangi Mountain Bike Park is a purpose built mountain bike park with over 50km of world class trails built by the professionals. There are...

1 to 10 hours
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$51
Timber Trail - Ongarue to Pureora Shuttle 2 Day Ride

Not only do we have the right bikes for the trail, but we can get you there in comfort with one of our new shuttles …More

Not only do we have the right bikes for the trail, but we can get you there in comfort with one of our new shuttles...

2 days Free Cancellation
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$51
Whaka Trails and Maori Village Combo Tour

Our combo offers your access to our Iconic Village Guided Tour learning of our rich history, traditions and how our people utilise the geothermal that …More

Our combo offers your access to our Iconic Village Guided Tour learning of our rich history, traditions and how our people utilise the geothermal that...

1 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (181)
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$50
Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington

A fun and informative introduction to Wellington. Meeting and leaving from the main entrance of the Wellington train station, a quick walk to the Parliament …More

A fun and informative introduction to Wellington. Meeting and leaving from the main entrance of the Wellington train station, a quick walk to the Parliament...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$49
Waitomo Glowworm Caves Guided Tour

Be amazed by the thousands of magical glowworms above on this 45-minute group guided tour, as you glide silently by boat in the world famous …More

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Be amazed by the thousands of magical glowworms above on this 45-minute group guided tour, as you glide silently by boat in the world famous...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
4.5 (1,133)
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$49
1-Hour Guided Tour of Aranui Cave Waitomo

Discover serenity in the most delicate and intimate of the main caves in Waitomo. Begin your tour with a guided walk through an enchanted forest …More

Discover serenity in the most delicate and intimate of the main caves in Waitomo. Begin your tour with a guided walk through an enchanted forest...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.5 (32)
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$49
Polynesian Spa Rotorua: Deluxe Lake Spa Hot Spring Bathing

The Deluxe Lake Spa offers a serene lakeside retreat to relax and rejuvenate. Set against the peaceful backdrop of Sulphur Bay on Lake Rotorua, it …More

The Deluxe Lake Spa offers a serene lakeside retreat to relax and rejuvenate. Set against the peaceful backdrop of Sulphur Bay on Lake Rotorua, it...

1 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (248)
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$49
Raceline Karting 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...

10 minutes Free Cancellation
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$48
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 …More

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...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (117)
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$47
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 (327)
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$46
Auckland Night Lights Cruise with Welcome Drink & Canape's

Experience Auckland after dark on a relaxing 2-hour Night Lights Harbour Cruise across the sparkling Waitematā Harbour. Departing from Z Pier at Westhaven Marina, cruise …More

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Experience Auckland after dark on a relaxing 2-hour Night Lights Harbour Cruise across the sparkling Waitematā Harbour. Departing from Z Pier at Westhaven Marina, cruise...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$46
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
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$45
Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise

Discover Wellington from the water on a 90-minute harbour cruise aboard Ika Rere, the Southern Hemisphere's first fully electric passenger ferry. This relaxed harbour tour …More

Discover Wellington from the water on a 90-minute harbour cruise aboard Ika Rere, the Southern Hemisphere's first fully electric passenger ferry. This relaxed harbour tour...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (28)
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$45
TAURANGA City & Scenic Sightseeing 2-hour Local Bus Tour

The Ultimate 2-Hour Tour of Tauranga & Mount Maunganui! Jump on for a quick, fun-filled ride exploring Tauranga and Mount Maunganui’s hidden gems! Kick off …More

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The Ultimate 2-Hour Tour of Tauranga & Mount Maunganui! Jump on for a quick, fun-filled ride exploring Tauranga and Mount Maunganui’s hidden gems! Kick off...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.4 (152)
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$45
Rotorua to Waimangu Volcanic Valley Return Transport

Created by the violent Volcanic Eruption of Mount Tarawera in 1886 Immerse yourself amongst the rare and unusual plants that grow on the hot earths …More

Created by the violent Volcanic Eruption of Mount Tarawera in 1886 Immerse yourself amongst the rare and unusual plants that grow on the hot earths...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$45
Unique Cultural Experience at Waitangi Treaty Grounds – Day Pass

Spend the day exploring the Waitangi Treaty Grounds while soaking up the scenery and story of New Zealand’s most important historic site. Your Waitangi Admission …More

Spend the day exploring the Waitangi Treaty Grounds while soaking up the scenery and story of New Zealand’s most important historic site. Your Waitangi Admission...

1 to 2 days Free Cancellation
4.7 (335)
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$45
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa: Introducing Te Papa Tour

Discover the best of New Zealand’s premier museum, Te Papa, with a guided tour that provides an excellent introduction to this must-see attraction in Wellington. …More

Discover the best of New Zealand’s premier museum, Te Papa, with a guided tour that provides an excellent introduction to this must-see attraction in Wellington....

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.6 (111)
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$44
Museum of NZ Te Papa Tongarewa: Gallipoli Exhibition Guided Tour

Explore Gallipoli: The Scale of Our War with the peace and stillness this subject matter deserves by joining a small group guided tour. Te Papa …More

Explore Gallipoli: The Scale of Our War with the peace and stillness this subject matter deserves by joining a small group guided tour. Te Papa...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.7 (112)
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$44
Scenic Wine and Cheese Auckland Harbour Cruise

Cruise through the stunning Auckland Harbour while enjoying a selection of New Zealand wines and artisanal cheeses. This 1.5-hour experience offers a delightful afternoon on …More

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Cruise through the stunning Auckland Harbour while enjoying a selection of New Zealand wines and artisanal cheeses. This 1.5-hour experience offers a delightful afternoon on...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$44
All Blacks Experience: Interactive Guided Cultural Tour

The All Blacks Experience in Auckland is a guided journey into New Zealand’s unique Māori culture and the spirit of the legendary All Blacks and …More

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The All Blacks Experience in Auckland is a guided journey into New Zealand’s unique Māori culture and the spirit of the legendary All Blacks and...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (287)
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$43
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