The best family-friendly activities in South Island for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)
Small group tours, by Otago Harbour's most experienced skipper/guide! You wont find a wildlife guide with more experience on Otago Harbour then owner/operator Rachel McGregor....
$109
Twin Glacier Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier including snow landing (allow 30 minutes) This flight gives you the opportunity to discover the scenic wonders...
$270
Leave your worries behind you, hire a bike, and spend the day touring around the beautiful, scenic Marlborough wine region. This bike hire will ensure...
$37
Join one of the best kayak adventures in New Zealand, jump into a safe stable NZ made sea kayak and follow our local guides as...
$77
Our Guided Kayak Safari is a great way to spend your time in amazing Akaroa! This is a once in a lifetime chance to paddle...
$77
The Arrowtown to Gibbston Ride is a great family-friendly cycling experience for those wanting a Half Day Adventure in Queenstown. This scenic undulating trail offers...
$60
5Day/4Nights Great Southern Circle
A five-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Christchurch daily, see all the highlights of New Zealand's scenic South Island. Travel by coach from Christchurch to Queenstown...
$1,212
Travel up and down on our chairlift for a stunning scenic ride taking in the adventures around you as you go. You will dismount at the...
$17
Highlands Motorsport Go-Karts.
A world-class tourism destination just 45 minutes from Queenstown Airport, Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park is home to a range of exceptional experiences which are...
$34
The Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre presents the outstanding Knights of the Sky exhibition, featuring film director, Sir Peter Jackson's own collection of World War One...
$17
Join our guide for a personalised tour of Larnach Castle and learn about Dunedin's early history along the way. Enjoy stunning views of the Otago...
$112
This isn’t just a journey, it’s a story unfolding across gold rush trails, highland outposts, and cinematic landscapes. Travelling from Dunedin to Queenstown with Cheeky...
$171
Dunedin WATER TAXI-Port To Port
Its a mini tour of the harbour as we cross from one side to the other. The scenery is stunning, there are many birds to...
$29
Depart over the Remarkables, track along the Oreti River across New Zealand’s vast southern farmland before reaching the stunning Southern Coast. Fly over Foveaux Strait...
$549
Discover magnificent marine wildlife out on the South Pacific Ocean during this 12-hour Kaikoura dolphin swim from Christchurch. Travel through the rolling hills of North...
$286
Experience the South Island’s striking natural landscape by taking a train one way between Greymouth and Christchurch. Along this journey you’ll see epic vistas, travel...
$137
Discover one of New Zealand’s most unforgettable wildlife experiences at the West Coast Wildlife Centre — voted one of Lonely Planet’s 12 must-see attractions. Located...
$40
Situated on the picturesque shores of Lake Whakatipu, Walter Peak High Country Farm is the perfect place to spend a relaxing few hours. Immerse yourself...
$97
Tranz Alpine Train Tour
A wonderful day tour to Arthurs Pass which includes a train journey on one of the worlds famous train journeys, a visit to the National...
$306
Enjoy the ultimate glacial experience on this 40-minute Mount Cook spectacular helicopter flight from Franz Josef. This flight tours covers it all including glacial icefalls...
$408
Enjoy the ultimate helicopter experience on this 35-minute Mount Cook spectacular helicopter flight from Fox Glacier. This flight tour covers it all including glacial icefalls...
$291
