Auckland Family Fun and Activities, New Zealand
PAKIRI BEACH HORSE RIDES - WellsfordLocation: Auckland - Matakana Coast Imagine the wind in your face, the sun on your skin and only the sound of the sea and hoof beats on the sand. Exercise your body, refresh your soul and lighten your mind. One and two-hour, half and full-day treks. Multiday rides. Well loved horses for first time to experienced riders. Friendly guides. Cafe..(more) |
RAINBOWS END - AucklandLocation: Auckland - Auckland City The scream factor at Rainbow's End just shot through the roof! Two brand new updates in 2007, Motion Master in 3D now and all new Scorpion Karts, cementing the park's reputation as one of New Zealand's favourite family destinations. With a world-class stable of rides and attractions, you won't find anywhere else like it in..(more) |
SHEEP WORLD - WarkworthLocation: Auckland - Warkworth Our farm and nature park covers 30 acres of beautiful New Zealand countryside and provides the perfect setting to experience nature first hand. Live action sheepdog display, sheep-shearing, bottle feeding lambs and more. Learn first hand about New Zealand's sheep farming and wool industry in our fascinating one hour..(more) |
SKY TOWER - AucklandLocation: Auckland - Auckland City A truly captivating experience awaits visitors to Auckland's Sky Tower. At 328 metres, it's the tallest man-made structure in New Zealand and offers breathtaking views for up to 80 kilometres in every direction. Travel up in the glass-fronted lifts to one of the three spectacular viewing platforms, or for more excitement SkyWalk round the pergola..(more) |
SPOOKERS - KarakaLocation: Auckland - Karaka Australasia's No. #1 Haunted Attraction Scream Park. Step into Spookers and become engulfed by darkness, fear and heart-pounding terror. Spookers is inhabited by horror that no person has ever experienced before. The R16 attractions include the Haunted House, Disturbia, CornEvil, Claustrophobia and The Freaky Forest. Attractions for children include Terror Tours, Disturbia and The Amazing..(more) |
STARDOME OBSERVATORY & PLANETARIUM - AucklandLocation: Auckland - Auckland City Stardome Observatory & Planetarium is one of the Auckland region's most popular and best loved attractions. A visit to Stardome is a unique and fun learning experience for all ages. Planetarium shows run every night and weekend afternoons about space, astronauts, black holes and many other topics. Evening shows include courtyard telescope viewing (weather permitting)...(more) |
THE PRENZEL SHOP - Whitford & BotanyLocation: Auckland - Manukau City The Prenzel Distilling Co. in Blenheim is New Zealand's most highly awarded distillery. At the Prenzel Shop in Whitford Village and Botany Town Centre you are presented with gourmet foods from around the country, carefully crafted in artisan kitchens by people who are passionate about..(more) |
THE RED BOATS - Auckland HarbourLocation: Auckland - Waiheke Island Cruise the magnificent and magical waters of the Waitemata Harbour and Gulf Islands with The Red Boats. Relax on the Riverhead Cruiser, one of the most popular cruises in Auckland or celebrate with your friends, family or colleagues onboard one of our Party and Dinner Cruises. We also offer fishing charters with excellent catch rates,..(more) |
BALLOON EXPEDITIONS - AucklandLocation: Auckland - Auckland City Rides by appointment for individuals and/or groups of up to 16 people. Flights are dependent on wind speed and direction, therefore take place over Auckland's north west and upper reaches of Waitemata Harbour. Flight duration is approximately one hour. Complimentary snack breakfast includes local sparkling..(more) |
BUTTERFLY CREEK - Auckland AirportLocation: Auckland Airport Just one minute from Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek hosts Australasia's premier Tropical Butterfly House, giant crocs, baby alligators, New Zealand's largest marine and fresh water tropical aquaria, the only display of New Zealand's giant weta as well as tarantula and many the other bugs. Not forgetting Buttermilk Farm and the Red Admiral Express Train. Great..(more) |
CRYSTAL MOUNTAIN - Lower Waitakere, AucklandLocation: Auckland West World-class crystal and mineral museum set in the foothills of the Waitakere ranges, just a 20-minute drive from Auckland City. Amazing fossils, the biggest and most unusual selection of crystals and minerals in New Zealand, selected from around the world. Scrumptious café, farm animals and children's playgrounds. Group tours..(more) |
GULFWIND SAILING ACADEMY - AucklandLocation: Auckland - Auckland City Experience the thrill of sailing with personalised service at Gulfwind one of NZ's premier sailing academies. Take a RYA international practical course to gain skills and confidence with owner-operators your expert RYA instructors. Flexible courses to fit your time and travel arrangements. Charter the yacht with hands on involvement or sit back and relax during..(more) |
KIWI VALLEY FARM PARK - AucklandLocation: Auckland - Auckland City Located 20 minutes from downtown Auckland. For your 'New Zealand Country Experience' and fun for the whole family enjoy our 'hands on animals'. A refreshing day out with farm walks, animal feeding, pony rides, 'Getting Lost in the Maze' and discover the Hidden Cave! Open Wednesday - Sunday 10am - 4pm and seven days..(more) |
MUSEUM OF TRANSPORT & TECHNOLOGY - AucklandLocation: Auckland - Auckland City The Museum of Transport and Technology houses an extensive collection of objects telling stories about New Zealand aviation, printing, rail, road transport, steam, telecommunications and trams. MOTAT is also home to one of the most impressive aviation collections in the world, on display from September 2011 in the newly built Aviation Display..(more) |