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

North Island, New Zealand
Self-Guided Geothermal Tour in Orakei Korako

Join this completely self-guided tour for an extraordinary geothermal experience! A unique natural geothermal attraction, situated between Rotorua and Taupo. View up close, geysers, mud …More

Join this completely self-guided tour for an extraordinary geothermal experience! A unique natural geothermal attraction, situated between Rotorua and Taupo. View up close, geysers, mud...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$36
1/2 Day Guided Wellington Tour incl. Cable Car (Vans not buses)

Spend time with local guides supporting our family owned business! Your opportunity to visit locations in Wellington that you simply couldn't make on foot. All …More

Spend time with local guides supporting our family owned business! Your opportunity to visit locations in Wellington that you simply couldn't make on foot. All...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$73
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
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$45
Auckland Shore Excursion: Half-Day Guided City Tour

See the sights of Auckland when your ship is in port and learn more about this beautiful ‘City of Sails’ on this 3 hour city …More

See the sights of Auckland when your ship is in port and learn more about this beautiful ‘City of Sails’ on this 3 hour city...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$63
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
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$47
Rotorua Eco Cultural full day tour (Wai o Tapu, Waimangu,Te puia)

Get picked up from your Rotorua accommodation between 8AM and 8:30 AM. Commentated scenic drive to Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland for 1hr guided walk. See colourful …More

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Get picked up from your Rotorua accommodation between 8AM and 8:30 AM. Commentated scenic drive to Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland for 1hr guided walk. See colourful...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$241
Full Day Tour of Wellington

Wellington Full Day Tour A fully escorted tour showcasing all of the best highlights of Wellington city and some of its outer suburbs.  Among visiting …More

Wellington Full Day Tour A fully escorted tour showcasing all of the best highlights of Wellington city and some of its outer suburbs.  Among visiting...

387 to 420 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$178
Private Martinborough Wine Full Day Tour From Wellington

Sample the wines of New Zealand’s fertile North Island on this private full-day Martinborough wine tour from Wellington. Visit three Martinborough wineries with a private …More

Sample the wines of New Zealand’s fertile North Island on this private full-day Martinborough wine tour from Wellington. Visit three Martinborough wineries with a private...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$206
Napier Gourmet Winery Luncheon plus Tastings at 3 Great Wineries

Join this wonderful tour leisurely visiting 3 great wineries and the chef's gourmet platter with a glass of wine at Mission Estate Winery.. * Spend …More

Join this wonderful tour leisurely visiting 3 great wineries and the chef's gourmet platter with a glass of wine at Mission Estate Winery.. * Spend...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$143
Auckland Explorer: Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Tour

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 …More

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...

1 day Free Cancellation
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$41
5-Hour Scenic Wine Tour with Private Guide & Up to 12 Tastings

Explore the Island Paradise, and sample some of the most divine wines that Waiheke has to offer. All while having your own private Guide, knowledgeable …More

Explore the Island Paradise, and sample some of the most divine wines that Waiheke has to offer. All while having your own private Guide, knowledgeable...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$172
Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Stopover (Half Day)

Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Stopover Escape the crowds and discover the Bay of Islands Locally owned and operated, with a passion for …More

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Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Stopover Escape the crowds and discover the Bay of Islands Locally owned and operated, with a passion for...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$83
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
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$44
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
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$50
Hell's Gate Geothermal Walk

Take a guided or self-guided tour of New Zealand’s most active geothermal reserve, walking amongst erupting waters, an active mud volcano and land coral. Experience …More

Take a guided or self-guided tour of New Zealand’s most active geothermal reserve, walking amongst erupting waters, an active mud volcano and land coral. Experience...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation
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$26
Auckland: Rotorua Māori Village, Waitomo Caves & Lunch

Begin your tour with a scenic bus ride from Auckland to Rotorua, arriving at Whakarewarewa Village. Step into this living Māori village and be greeted …More

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Begin your tour with a scenic bus ride from Auckland to Rotorua, arriving at Whakarewarewa Village. Step into this living Māori village and be greeted...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$238
Ex Auckland: Rotorua Māori Village with Haka and Hot Springs

Embark on an exceptional journey with our Whakarewarewa Māori Village and Polynesian Spa tour from Auckland. Departing the city, we'll explore Rotorua's serene landscapes, home …More

Embark on an exceptional journey with our Whakarewarewa Māori Village and Polynesian Spa tour from Auckland. Departing the city, we'll explore Rotorua's serene landscapes, home...

12 to 13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$226
Auckland to Waitomo Glowworms, Kiwi House & Blue Springs Day Tour

Embark on an extraordinary adventure with our Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Otorohanga Kiwi House and Blue Springs Tour. Step into the famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves and …More

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Embark on an extraordinary adventure with our Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Otorohanga Kiwi House and Blue Springs Tour. Step into the famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves and...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$201
1.5h Waiheke Guided Scenic Tour in our Electric Van

Explore Waiheke in style in a private way with stops where you want for an artisan ice-cream or a stroll on the white sandy beach… …More

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Explore Waiheke in style in a private way with stops where you want for an artisan ice-cream or a stroll on the white sandy beach…...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$80
Māori Cultural Experience & Hāngī dinner incl. Day Admission

Our Hāngī & Concert experience offers an exceptional evening of authentic Māori culture, including an immersive live performance followed by a traditional hāngī dinner, cooked …More

Our Hāngī & Concert experience offers an exceptional evening of authentic Māori culture, including an immersive live performance followed by a traditional hāngī dinner, cooked...

1 to 2 days Free Cancellation
4.9 (131)
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$114
Bay of Islands Tall Ship Sundowner Sailing

An idyllic way to kick off a summer evening in the Bay of Islands, with a special tall ship experience that takes in the beautiful …More

An idyllic way to kick off a summer evening in the Bay of Islands, with a special tall ship experience that takes in the beautiful...

1 hour 50 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (107)
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$63
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