Wanaka, Family Activities
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Perfect Parties by Mountaineer Events Co
Mountaineer Events Co brings you simply perfect parties that will delight your little ones right through to teens (and adults!).We have designed a choice of parties and we create t... read more
- Email: info@mountaineerevents.co
- Web: www.mountaineerevents.co/
- Phone: +64 21 275 6639
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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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Wānaka 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/whats-on
- Phone: 03 443 0410
- Location: 1 Bullock Creek Lane, Dunmore Street, Wanaka
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Ages 3+
SITE Wanaka
Not just your normal trampoline experience! Express yourself and jump, dive, twist and turn for the ultimate freedom of movement. SITE Trampoline's padded floors, super-soft foam p... read more
- Email: info@sitewanaka.co.nz
- Web: sitewanaka.co.nz
- Phone: 021 743 335
- Location: 9 McCormick Street, Wanaka
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Ages 5+
Paintball Central - Cromwell
Ultimate action adventure that can be played with a minimum of four players. With three exciting courses and 14 different games you can tailor your mission to suit your family or ... read more
- Email: paintballcentral@xtra.co.nz
- Web: www.paintballcentral.co.nz
- Phone: 027 448 5399
- Location: Bannockburn Road, Cromwell
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Puzzling World
Welcome to Wanaka’s wonderful world of weirdness! For over 50 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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Cardrona Mountain Biking
Enjoy lift-accessed downhill Mountain Bike Trails for all abilities to enjoy! Lap the lifts daily from 10am to 4pm or til 6pm during peak periods (26th Dec-22nd Jan). With beginne... read more
- Web: kidzgo.experienceoz.com.au/en/queenstown/mountain-bike-pass-and-rental-package
- Location: Cardrona Alpine Resort and Adventure Playground, Cardrona Valley, South Island
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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/wanaka-rock-climbing/
- Phone: 03 443 1110
- Location: 50 Cardrona Valley Road, Lake Wanaka, New Zealand
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Hāwea 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/whats-on
- Phone: 03 443 9371
- Location: Hawea Library, Myra Street, Lake Hawea 9382
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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
- Web: kidzgo.experienceoz.com.au/en/queenstown/summer-sightseeing-gondola
- Location: Cardrona Alpine Resort, Cardrona Valley
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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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Ages 8+
Cardrona Mountain Carting and Lift Pass
Experience Cardrona’s newest gravity-fuelled activity – Mountain Carting! No prior experience is needed for this fun downhill activity, just a sense of adventure & a thirst for FU... read more
- Web: kidzgo.experienceoz.com.au/en/queenstown/mountain-carting
- Location: Cardrona Alpine Resort and Adventure Playground, Cardrona Valley, South Island
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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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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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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: snowfarm.nz/snowfunzone/
- Phone: 03-443 7542
- Location: Snow Farm Access Road, Cardrona Valley Road, Wanaka 9381
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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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Ages 9+
Wild Wire - Twin Falls Via Ferrata
Get High with Wild Wire! No Experience Necessary! Go Wild on a Family Adventure of a lifetime, let our experienced guide harness you up and Via Ferrata ( a network of steel cables, rungs and ladders) your family into the a heart of a waterfall high above Wanaka. Discover hidden pools, enjoy the thrill of crossing a 35m high suspension bridge whilst enjoying stunning views all the way. If you can climb a ladder you can Via Ferrata.
read more- Web: kidzgo.experienceoz.com.au/en/queenstown/waterfall-cable-climb-experience
- Location: Pick Up - Wanaka i-SITE Visitor Information Centre, 103 Ardmore St, Wanaka
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Wanaka Jet Boat
Discover the waterways of Lake Wanaka over a thrilling 60-minute jet boat ride. This experience will see you racing across Lake Wanaka and down NZ's largest river, the Clutha, famous for turquoise waters and a gold-rush history.
Navigating shallow waters, overhanging trees and pressure waves at hurtling speeds, your adrenaline will be kicked into overdrive. Not least of all by the famous Hamilton spin! But it won't be all screams and spins. Expect plenty of photo opportunities, history and stories from your tour guide and the chance to relax and admire the incredible setting.
- Web: kidzgo.experienceoz.com.au/en/wanaka/wanaka-jet-boat-ride-60-minutes
- Location: Wanaka Main Wharf on 100 Ardmore Street, Wanaka
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Ages 5+
Paddle Wanaka Kayaks :: Guided Half Day Tour
Head out onto the water of Lake Wanaka in the Otago region with a guided kayaking tour. This popular Tiki Tour will see you climb into a kayak to spend half the day paddling around the scenic lake taking in all of the region's best sights.
Ideal for for those visiting with children, this tour features around 8 to 10 kilometres of easy paddling meaning you won't be overly exhausted by the end of the tour. Travelling along the Lake Wanaka coastline this tour is perfect for those looking to explore the region, have some fun and take some incredible photos.
No experience is required for kayakers and an experienced guide will be on hand to help you whenever you need. Complete with all necessary safety equipment and training, light snacks and refreshments to enjoy during the journey and the choice of a 15-minute peninsula or island walk, this is the ultimate water-based adventure in the beautiful town of Wanaka.
read more- Web: kidzgo.experienceoz.com.au/en/wanaka/guided-kayak-tiki-tour-lake-wanaka
- Location: 151-153 Ardmore Street, Beach Front, Wanaka 9305
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Ruby Island Cruise and Photo Walk
All aboard this Lake Wanaka Cruise to Ruby Island for a 60 minute cruise and gentle island walk on the island. This affordable and family-friendly Wanaka cruise will take you past some spectacular mountainous scenery by the lake before disembarking for a gentle 20 minute walk. See the remains of an old dance hall heralding back to the day of prohibition as well as an introduction into the origins of Manuka Honey here in New Zealand.
Located on Lake Wanaka, it is simply impossible to take a bad photo on Ruby Island with a stunning mountain backdrop to all your photographs. The 60 minute Lake Wanaka Cruise is available at 1 pm and is activity travellers of all ages can enjoy together.
- Web: kidzgo.experienceoz.com.au/en/queenstown/ruby-island-cruise-photo-walk
- Location: Lake front at 100 Ardmore St, Wanaka, between the Old Town Jetty and the Dinosaur Park
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