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

Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour
Enjoyable, informative and a great day out... Explore Auckland with a more personalised experience. An exceptional value, we offer a very comprehensive tour covering all...
$41

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

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...
$43

Katikati Gourmet Avocado Tasting
Experience the magic of our orchard and see firsthand how seasonal practices keep our avocados at their best. Uncover why this superfood has such a...
$43

Discover the stunning beauty of the Bay of Islands on this scenic mini tour of the Bay of Islands from Paihia. Begin your journey by...
$43

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...
$44

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...
$44

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....
$44

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...
$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...
$45

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...
$45

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...
$45

- 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...
$45

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...
$46

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...
$46

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...
$47

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...
$48

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...
$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...
$49

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...
$49

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...
$49

