Rotorua Family Activities & Attractions
Rotorua has a great variety of activities and attractions to cater for all tastes, from walking the Rotorua City Walkways or the Redwood Forest at Whakarewarewa, where there is also entry access to the vast Mountain Biking trail network to watching sheep shearing at the Agrodome, catching up with the wildlife at Paradise Valley and visiting the kiwis at Rainbow Springs. Travel up Mt Ngongotaha by Gondola and race down on the Luge, play Golf on one of our world-class courses or take a leisurely stroll around the beautiful park-like Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland or have a soak in the hot mineral pools at the Polynesian Spa … to mention just a few.
- The Agrodome is one on New Zealand’s most loved tourist attractions & is home to the multi award winning Sheep Show. This famous Rotorua family attraction features live sheep shearing, cow milking, lamb feeding, & dog demonstrations. There are three 1 Hr shows a daily at 9.30am, 11.00am and 2.30pm.
- With its award-winning museum, recreated pioneer cottage, Maori whare and excavated sites it is a must-see Rotorua attraction. The scenic nature trail, which includes a walk to the stunning Wairere waterfall, and Vi's Teahouse onsite are attractions in their own right.
- A beautifully presented New Zealand Trout, Bird and Wildlife park,along with a pride of African Lions, where you can even pat a Lion Cub! This is a must see attraction for the entire family.
- New Zealand's leading international spa offers rejuvenating geothermal mineral hot pools, sumptuous spa therapies and a family pool. The Polynesian Spa is a must do activity for the entire family.
- Set in 22 acres of beautiful native trees and streams it is home to a huge variety of New Zealand’s most precious inhabitants and the new family favorite, 'The Big Splash'. The entire experience is built around New Zealand’s largest and most successful kiwi conservation centre.
- Take a leisurely uphill gondola ride and enjoy the extensive views of Rotorua, the surrounding lakes and geothermal areas. At the top, the thrill of the luge, our relaxing restaurant, beautiful nature walks and exciting family adventure activities await you.
- Thousands of years in the making, a wonderland of stunning Geothermal activity. The natural bush setting adds another dimension to the experience that the entire family will enjoy.
- Visit the Wingspan National Bird of Prey Centre and experience the thrill of a close encounter with our birds of prey. Wingspan Flying displays are held daily at 2pm.
- Waimarino is a tranquil paradise situated on the banks of the Wairoa River just 10 minutes from Tauranga city. The family adventure park is focused around the sport of kayaking. Waimarino is Tauranga’s premier kayaking & recreational destination. Offering a number of unique & enjoyable glow-worm kayak tours, or a fantastic fun day in our park for your group.
- A unique attraction offering amphibious sightseeing tours of Rotorua and it’s lakes area. You will get a great introduction to Rotorua's rich history and view some of its most spectacular scenery.