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

Discover Queenstown the authentic way, from some of the best seats in town: out on Lake Wakatipu. On this relaxing 90-minute cruise, leave the bustle...
$45

Scenic Queenstown Lake Cruise
Aboard the Queenstown Lake Cruise, you will discover mountains, forests, and hidden coves as our skipper shares tales of the lake's history. Admire Bob's Cove,...
$45

Hop aboard our sturdy vessel for a one-hour Wildlife Cruise, departing from Wellers Rock Wharf on the Otago Peninsula. You'll cruise out of the Otago...
$43

Twilight at the Opera
Expanding on the incredible opportunities of the Wildlife & Penguin Tour, this tour provides the unique opportunity to experience the reserve at sunset. The magnificent...
$43

Wildlife and Penguin Tour
We invite you to join us for an experience unlike any other in New Zealand on one of our guided Wildlife and Penguin Tour. Penguins,...
$43

Discover a side of Milford Sound that most visitors miss with Fiordland Outdoors’ Milford Track Day Walk. This adventure allows you to explore beyond the...
$43

The International Antarctic Centre transports a slice of this astounding continent to Christchurch, with a range of immersive experiences that allow everyday visitors to see,...
$42

Discover the beauty of Marlborough your way. Rent a bike from us and enjoy your own self-guided wine tour. We’ll set you up with quality...
$40

A very warm welcome from Lorelle, Greg & their team. “This is self-guided biking at its best & probably the most fun you'll have on...
$40

Take a leisurely 45 minute cruise out to Stevensons Arm, home to Mount Burke high country sheep station. Enjoy some of Wanaka's world famous scenery...
$40

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

Relax with a drink as you bask in the evening light on the lake! This one hour cruise has one wine, beer, RTD or soft...
$40

Kiwi Park Queenstown Admission
Explore our 5-acre oasis at Kiwi Park. A family-owned and operated wildlife centre in the heart of Queenstown, dedicated to saving our endangered wildlife species....
$39

The stories Gregor researches have rarely been heard before. They are the culmination of years of research and are exclusive to Tales From Darkest Dunedin....
$37

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

45Min Classic VR (max 3 games)
This is a cutting edge experience that everyone can enjoy. Not just Gamers. No experience required, take a leap and see what the future of...
$37

Explore Oban Village and its surrounding bays on a modern minibus with a knowledgeable guide. A 60 minute tour with our friendly guides who will...
$37

Shamarra Alpaca Farm Tours
Alpacas Farm is an unparalleled opportunity to get up close and personal with alpacas, learn about this loving animal, and create some memories with friends...
$35

Get ready to embark on a journey 13.8 billion years in the making. A treat for the senses, the Dark Sky Experience brings science, Māori...
$35

60Min Classic VR (max 4 games)
This is a cutting edge experience that everyone can enjoy. Not just Gamers. No experience required, take a leap and see what the future of...
$34

See up to 200 blue penguins returning from sea in the evening! (Generally more penguins are seen over the spring/summer than our autumn or winter...
$34

