Auckland, North Island

Auckland Zoo is home to 135 different species with over 1400 animals and the largest most diverse group of wildlife in Aotearoa. All this at just minutes from Aucklands city centre! With over 17 hectares of parkland the zoo features a variety of animals from elephants, rhinos and giraffes to lions, tigers and red pandas as well as exotic birds and stunning flora and fauna. With something for everyone the whole family is guaranteed to have a great day out at Auckland Zoo!

Explore the Australia enclosure with wallabies, emus and peacocks or visit the rainforest and discover primates including lemurs and orangutans or wander through the African pridelands and discover giraffes, lions, rhinos, flamingos and hippos. 

With numerous Keeper Talks throughout the day you will leave with a wealth of knowledge from the Zoos passionate team.

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Test your mental and physical abilities at Adrenalin Forest Auckland. The aerial obstacle course includes 100 features with 6 levels of difficulty to work through.  With a number of ways to tackle each obstacle your brain will also be put to the test as you swing, climb and jump your way through the course with a maximum of three hours to complete it. 

The course is a great group activity making it ideal for kids parties as well as a family day out.  Minimum height 140cm.

 

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Situated 90 minutes (100km) north of Auckland, Pakiri Beach Holiday Park offers the best of the picturesque north. Superbly located alongside the tranquil white sands of Pakiri Beach, this well established seaside camping ground offers an abundance of activities, such as swimming, surfing, beach fishing and kayaking. Nestled within a peaceful rural landscape, the perfect environment for a family holiday or the chance to relax and rejuvenate. Set on 9km of pristine white sand, Pakiri Beach offers plenty to do for everyone. Laze on the sand, fish, snorkel or surf; Take a horse trek; or just take time out with a good book by your cabin or tent.

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SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium is one of Auckland’s best attractions. Situated on the stunning Auckland Waterfront on Okahu Bay, Kelly Tarlton’s offers the ultimate underwater adventure! SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s is home to Southern Hemisphere’s largest Antarctic penguin colony, is the only place in the world to see Spiny Sea Dragons and gives you an up close and personal encounter of the shark kind! With over than 30 live animal exhibits in amazing habitat displays including sharks, penguins, turtles, stingrays, seahorses, fish and much, much more no trip to Auckland is complete without visiting SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s.

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A warm kiwi welcome awaits you at the Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport. We are located approx 3kms from the Auckland International & Domestic Airport Terminals, 17kms from downtown Auckland and 12kms from Manukau City.

There are 142 studio rooms and suites to choose from, some featuring kitchen facilities and separate bedrooms and sleeping up to four guests. There are a range of eateries within walking distance or a short drive of the hotel. Guest facilities include 24-hour reception, Lobby Bar, outdoor swimming pool and hot tub, 1 conference rooms and guest laundry. Overnight parking, long term airport parking is available by pre arrangement or as per the terms of your selected room type and plan. A free scheduled airport shuttle service is also available.

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Offering the best leisure facilities in Auckland, the Heritage Auckland boasts a fantastic all-weather floodlit tennis court, indoor heated lap pool with spa pool, sauna, and gymnasium, and an outdoor rooftop swimming pool, pool deck and gymnasium! Our award-winning dining options include a delicious Pacific Rim menu and our Healthy Dining concept. Choose from two accommodation wings, the Hotel or Tower. Both offer everything you need to feel at home during your stay. Kids menu and a babysitting service available. Kids stay and eat for FREE*. *Conditions apply.

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Get the kids outside to have some FREE family fun connecting with nature at Toyota Kiwi Guardians sites nationwide.

Toyota Kiwi Guardians highlights family-friendly, treasure hunt style activities at specific Department of Conservation sites that encourage kids to engage with the outdoors and, ultimately, earn themselves a medal for their efforts.

The goal of the conservation programme is to turn Kiwi kids into guardians of the land and sea.

A total of 50 sites are operational nationwide. Families can get started on their adventure by downloading the appropriate “treasure hunt” map from: www.kiwiguardians.co.nz

Click on the area of New Zealand nearest to where you are to find the choices available closest to home.

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The ‘Bach’ Bungy centre, located in beautiful Westhaven Marina, Auckland, is home to the world’s first Harbour Bridge Bungy jump. AJ Hackett Bungy (famed for being the Bungy originals) have engineered a modern marvel – a special launch platform called the Bungy pod – which is suspended underneath the Auckland Harbour Bridge.
Choose from a variety of Bungy jumps, including tandem Bungy and the ever-popular water-touch!  Minimum height 120cm, minimum weight 35kg.

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One and two bedroom units sleeping up to five make this a family friendly choice. Free Wi-Fi and an outdoor swimming pool are on offer at this motel, located only 10 minutes' drive from Auckland city centre. Each room features self-catering facilities, satellite TV and a private balcony.  Facilities at Avondale Motor Inn Auckland include a guest laundry, conference facilities and a tour desk. Free on-site car parking is provided. Heating is included in all rooms.  It is a 20-minute walk to New Lynn, featuring many cafes, restaurants and bars. Avondale Railway Station is 18 minutes' walk away. Auckland Ferry Terminal is 15 minutes' drive from the motel.

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Clarks Beach Holiday Park is a spacious family camp on the shores of Manukau Harbour with panoramic views of the adjacent golf course and beach. This spot is ideally suited for family holidays and is a popular base for families. Accommodation ranges from motel units to cabins and caravan or powered tent sites. Facilities include: indoor swimming pool, mini-golf, pool room, trampoline and general play equipment, petanque, croquet, volleyball and also kayaks, dinghies and life jackets for hire.

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Come and stay at The Great Ponsonby Arthotel, a delightful small hotel providing bed and breakfast in central Auckland. Just a two minute stroll to Ponsonby's vibrant cafés, restaurants, galleries, shops and nightlife or a short taxi ride to the harbour and city centre. The Great Ponsonby Arthotel, established over 20 years ago, is a renovated villa located in a heritage neighbourhood. Beautifully decorated with original New Zealand and Pacific Island artworks, filled with books, magazines, music and persian rugs, you will feel at home and relaxed in our welcoming environment. Set within a lovely garden alongside a park there are 11 rooms to choose from (either villa rooms, courtyard studios or spacious suites). Included in the room rate are our legendary breakfasts, unlimited Wi-Fi, parking and a daily newspaper.

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Admirably positioned in the hub of Auckland's business, retail and entertainment district, this is a hotel that exceeds its reputation with every visit. Both Superior rooms and one, two and three bedroom suites provide a spacious environment to work or relax in with all modern in-room facilities. Guest facilities feature an indoor heated swimming pool and gymnasium. The hotel restaurant and bar, Zest, is an award-winning favourite and is renowned for its contemporary menu and extensive wine list.

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Experience a glorious daytime or evening's sailing aboard one of Auckland’s most impressive yachts, floating along one of New Zealand’s most beautiful settings – the world renowned Waitemata Harbour.  This exquisite outing onboard The Pride of Auckland includes an exquisite picnic lunch during the day or un incredible dinner menu ~ fit for royalty, without the price tag, and containing some of the freshest, most delicious New Zealand fare available. The super impressive, purpose built yachts – from within The Pride of Auckland fleet – glide along the calm waters of Waitemata Harbour, giving you spectacular panoramic views of this stunning area.

Child prices available and under 5s are FREE.

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Departing daily from downtown Auckland the Whale and Dolphin Safari is a unique tour to view a variety of wildlife living on Auckland's doorstep. Jumping on board the "Dolphin Explorer", a 20 metre purpose built catamaran, you will take a 4 hour cruise on the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park to experience the diverse marine wildlife.

From the large open deck you will absorb iconic views of the Harbour Bridge, North Head and Devonport as well as Rangitoto Island. But the main event is the wildlife and on your trip you will be on the look out for Orca and dolphins which frequent the city side waters. As this trip operates in a natural environment each cruise is different, with varying sightings each tour. Typically on the Whale and Dolphin Safari you will see Bryde's Whales and Common Dolphins but you could even see Pygmy Blue Whales, New Zealand Fur Seals, Sharks, Manta Rays, Turtles and up to 26 species of seabirds!

Child and family prices available.

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With golden beaches, volcanic islands, bushland at the water’s edge and all of this teeming with unique and beautiful wildlife – there’s no better way to explore this region of gorgeous natural beauty than by paddling gently along in a kayak.
Waitemata Harbour is a naturally sheltered area that is absolutely ideal for kayaking and close by, Rangitoto Island offers kayaking opportunities that are suitable for all skill levels.
After a quick safety and paddling briefing, you will begin your journey by paddling across the Waitemata harbour, which translates to ‘sparkling waters’ in Maori.

Next up is Rangitoto Island, the largest and youngest of Auckland’s many inactive volcanoes. A one-hour walk to the summit allows you to take in the breathtaking views of the NZ Christmas trees (pohutukawa), the volcanic scoria rocks and the amazing 360° views.

Before you jump back on your kayak for your ride home, you will be treated to a full Kiwi lunch and hot or cold beverages. You may even like to jump in for a swim before your return trip (time permitting)!

Your friendly, experienced guide will help you determine if the conditions allow for the use of a sail for your southern return trip to St Heliers Bay. Regardless, you will be positively beaming from your day on the water.

Minimum age is 14 years.

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Manukau Motor Lodge is conveniently located close to the airport and Manukau attractions.  It's easy for drivers to find, with easy access to motorway on and off ramps. A large selection of restaurants and food outlets are just a short walk away. Accommodation ranges from studios, to one or two bedroom family apartments. Features: FREE Wi-Fi, SKY TV, outdoor swimming pool, spa, and baby equipment to help make your stay comfortable and enjoyable.  Manukau Motor Lodge is a short walk from the Rainbow's End theme park, and a short drive from Butterfly Creek.

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Offering two Party Buses - The Ultimate (seats 35 with two lounge areas) or The Edge (seats 41 and has a dance floor and lighting).  Either Party Bus will provide a unique experience to remember! Great specials are available when you book a day time birthday for kids 10 years of age or less.  Call for more information.

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The Unbakery offers a small menu of lunch items that changes weekly. Goodness for little tummies and you too Mum and Dad.  They don't use any filler ingredients, only the good stuff.  Cakes are made without gluten, dairy, sugar or soy. A cute intimate space, with a large communal table (and a couple of smaller tables) that has wonderfully friendly staff!

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We come to your place or you come to ours with amazing pets and exotic animals for loads of fun activities. From feeding bearded dragons to creating animal habitats, a wild time is guaranteed. We have popular 'fluffy' pets through to a great line-up of reptiles as well as our clever little pups, Margo and Badger. Our party hosts and animal handlers are enthusiastic and knowledgeable and will make your party a special day to remember.

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Escape Masters is an adventure, where teams are locked in a themed room and their common goal is to break out within an hour. To escape, they have to use objects from around the room, find clues and solve puzzles! It is a room filled with brainteasers, tricky riddles, locks, keys and a lot of fun. Choose your own difficulty level, select one of the themed rooms and bring a team of 2-8 people per room. Suitable for all ages.

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Within 1 hour from Auckland CBD and just over the hill from Matakana Village you will find an animal petting park, adventure playground, pony rides, sit and ride-on express train, carriage rides and much, much more! Brumbles cafe is open daily during summer and school holidays, The Stables Restaurant is open Weds-Sunday from 4pm and Sundays from noon.  There is also a craft shop, art gallery, remedy room, children's riding lessons and every Sunday the Indie Market from 9.30am-2.30pm.

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