Kid Friendly Tours & Activities in New Zealand

Enjoy wet and wild adventure in Skippers Canyon on this 4.5-hour Queenstown rafting and sightseeing adventure. Take a scenic drive into Skippers Canyon as a guide sheds light on the region's rich gold-mining heritage. On arrival at base, strap into your safety kit and paddle onto the Shotover River's swirling Class I and II rapids. During your descent, tackle the river's swirling twists and turns with a guide and enjoy sweeping views over New Zealand's beautiful countryside. Then, finish your adventure with a swim or a rock-jump.

Learn how tropical prawns are bred, farmed, and harvested on this tour of the Huka Prawn Park in Taupo. Enjoy access to all-day prawn fishing, allowing you to catch and keep as many as you want. Explore the park's water features, pedal boats, walking paths, and geothermal foot bath. Admission valid anytime during opening hours; tours depart hourly.

Come visit a New Zealand attraction that's sure to have you 'glowing' during this 45-minute small-group guided boat ride through the famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Glide by boat through this underground complex, enjoying a light show put on by the millions of tiny bioluminescent insects hanging above. As an added bonus, many of the trip guides are of Maori descent, adding unique historical context to your visit.

Climb to the summit of Mt Ngongotaha on a 10-minute aerial ride aboard the Rotorua Gondola. Soak up panoramic views over the city and Lake Rotorua, and spend leisurely time at the top before making your way back down. Alternatively, opt to include one, three, or five luge rides down one of three purpose-built tracks - basic, intermediate or advanced - including a chairlift between rides.