Wanaka, Family Activities
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Wanaka Recreation Centre and Pool
Affordable, healthy, family fun at Wanaka's community sports hub whatever the weather! New swimming complex opened 2018, featuring 8-lane, 25m lap pool, adult hot pool and learn... read more
- Email: wrc@qldc.govt.nz
- Web: www.qldc.govt.nz/recreation/swim/wanaka-recreation-centre
- Phone: 03 443 9334
- Location: Sir Tim Wallis Drive (Three Parks), off Ballantyne Road, Wanaka
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Cinema Paradiso
Cinema – Café – BarThis is how all cinemas should be and a must-do during your stay in Wanaka. This three-screen, classic movie theatre is a Wanaka icon. Seating includes comfy old... read more
- Web: www.paradiso.net.nz
- Phone: 03 443 1505
- Location: 72 Brownston Street, Wanaka
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Wanaka Library Activities
Right in heart of town, the Wānaka Library knows what their beloved community wants, and they provide! Young people can make themselves at home in the large children’s area while c... read more
- Email: wanaka.library@qldc.govt.nz
- Web: codc-qldc.govt.nz/libraries/w%C4%81naka-library
- Phone: 03 443 0410
- Location: 1 Bullock Creek Lane, Dunmore Street, Wanaka
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Puzzling World
Welcome to Wanaka’s wonderful world of weirdness! For over 45 years Puzzling World has been baffling brains in the Great Maze and challenging reality in the Illusion Rooms. Take am... read more
- Email: info@puzzlingworld.co.nz
- Web: www.puzzlingworld.co.nz
- Phone: 03 443 7489
- Location: 188 Wanaka-Luggate Highway (84), Wanaka, New Zealand
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Ages 7+
Basecamp Adventures Wanaka - Family Snowshoeing
No Experience Necessary. Your own personal guide will take you on an amazing half-day or full-day snowy adventure tailored entirely to your family's fitness, experience and comfor... read more
- Email: info@climbingqueenstown.com
- Web: www.basecampadventures.co.nz/wanaka-snowshoeing-trips/
- Phone: +64 3 443 1110
- Location: 50 Cardrona Valley Road 9305
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Yello! Cabs and Travel
Family-friendly transport for travel within Lake Wanaka and surrounds. Wanaka’s largest and only locally-based transport service. With a comprehensive fleet of cabs, vans and coach... read more
- Email: info@yello.co.nz
- Web: yello.co.nz/
- Phone: 0800 443 5555
- Location: Wanaka
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Ages 3+
Basecamp Adventures Wanaka - Clip 'N Climb
Clip ‘n Climb is an action packed activity with individually themed climbing challenges that provide exciting active entertainment for everyone – from preschool kids to the young a... read more
- Email: wanaka@basecampadventures.co.nz
- Web: www.basecampadventures.co.nz/indoor-climbing-wanaka/clip-n-climb-indoor-entertainment-wanaka/
- Phone: 03 443 1110
- Location: 50 Cardrona Valley Road, Lake Wanaka, New Zealand
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Basecamp Adventures Rock Climbing
Grab the family and spend an exhilarating day experiencing one of Wanaka locals' favourite pastimes - climbing! Basecamp Adventures makes it super-easy for a family day out that c... read more
- Email: climb@basecampwanaka.co.nz
- Web: www.basecampadventures.co.nz/
- Phone: 03 443 1110
- Location: 50 Cardrona Valley Road, Lake Wanaka, New Zealand
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National Transport and Toy Museum
Prepare to be amazed! The whole family will be surprised and delighted by this unique and fascinating collection of over 70,000 items – from children’s toys, including a huge ran... read more
- Email: museum@lakewanaka.co.nz
- Web: www.nttmuseum.co.nz
- Phone: 03 443 8765
- Location: 891 Wanaka - Luggate Highway, RD 2, Wanaka, New Zealand
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Hawea Library Activities
The Hāwea Library is a valued resource and a community hub favoured by all! Close to the local playground this little library is well used and loved! If you are travelling throug... read more
- Email: hawea.library@qldc.govt.nz
- Web: codc-qldc.govt.nz/libraries/h%C4%81wea-library
- Phone: 03 443 9371
- Location: Hawea Library, Myra Street, Lake Hawea 9382
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Ages 10+
Bodhi Trout Fly Fishing Adventure
This fly-fishing adventure is ideal for those who'd like an introduction to the sport through to keen, experienced anglers. Discover the world-class fly fishing rivers of the Sout... read more
- Email: declanmwong@gmail.com
- Web: www.bodhitrout.com/
- Phone: 021 269 5260
- Location: Queenstown, Te Anau, Wanaka
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Cardrona Alpine Resort - Adventure Playground
Sightseeing Gondola ~ Mountain Carting ~ Mountain Biking ~ Stargazing ~ Alpine Walking.Take a day and come and play in New Zealand’s highest playground! Take the gondola to sight-... read more
- Email: info@cardrona.com
- Web: www.cardrona.com/summer
- Phone: 0800 440 800 or +64 3 443 8880
- Location: Cardrona Alpine Resort, Cardrona Valley
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Paddle Wanaka Kayaks :: The Mission Half Day Adventure
This is the kayak trip that is tailored for families who want to play together, have a safe and well-structured adventure and give their kids the gift of the joy and peace of explo... read more
- Email: info@paddlewanaka.co.nz
- Web: www.paddlewanaka.co.nz
- Phone: 0800 926 925
- Location: Wanaka Lake Front, Ardmore St, Wanaka
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Paddle Wanaka :: Beach Rentals
Operating from 1st September to 30th April our Kayak and SUP beach rental doesn't need pre-booking.... just come and join us on Wanaka lakefront and choose from our range of paddl... read more
- Email: info@paddlewanaka.co.nz
- Web: www.paddlewanaka.co.nz/
- Phone: 0800 926 925
- Location: Wanaka Lake Front, Ardmore St, Wanaka
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Snow Fun Zone – Snow Farm
A day at the Snow Farm is a must-do for all things snow, to suit the whole family! We're famous for our friendly, social atmosphere and amazing cross-country skiing adventures - ... read more
- Email: info@snowfarmnz.com
- Web: snowfarmnz.com/snowfunzone/
- Phone: 03-443 7542
- Location: Snow Farm Access Road, Cardrona Valley Road, Wanaka 9381
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Paddle Wanaka Kayaks and SUP (Paddleboarding) :: Lessons and Hire
Come down to Wanaka Lakefront and discover the fun of Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP). Anyone can do it and it's a great fun activity for children, either on their own (depending on... read more
- Email: info@paddlewanaka.co.nz
- Web: www.paddlewanaka.co.nz/
- Phone: 0800 926 925
- Location: Wanaka Lake Front, Ardmore St, Wanaka
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