Discover unforgettable family fun in Rotorua, where world-class attractions, geothermal wonders, and outdoor adventures are all within easy reach. Families can meet friendly animals at Agrodome, explore the live maze at aMAZEme, roll downhill in a ZORB, race along Skyline Rotorua’s thrilling Luge tracks, or wander through the magical Redwoods Treewalk.
With 18 sparkling lakes, Whakarewarewa Forest trails, bubbling mud pools, and indoor entertainment at Motion Entertainment, Rotorua offers endless ways to play, explore, and make lasting memories year-round
Adventure Playground Rotorua - 1-hour 4x4 Self Drive
Family Fun
Adventure Playground is the place to be when visiting Rotorua. Try our new 1-hour 4x4 self drive CanAm Experience, before perhaps some horse trekking, our cultural 4wd buggy tours or claybird shooting. The choice is yours!
Agrodome
Family Fun, North
The world-renowned Agrodome features Rotorua’s favourite Farm Tour, Farm Show AND their newest furry resident, Shaun the Sheep!
Raftabout Whitewater Rafting & Sledging
Family Fun, Central
If you're looking for an awesome day out whitewater rafting, then look no further than Raftabout, a family-owned company that aims to excel.
Rotorua Canopy Tours
Family Fun, North
Zipline into an ancient forest. Tap into your Tarzan energy – fly wild, stay safe, and help restore an incredible forest with Rotorua Canopy Tours. Feel the rush as you soar through one of Aotearoa’s last untouched forests on New Zealand’s most unforgettable zipline adventure. And the best part? Every ride helps bring this ancient forest back to life, protecting native species and regenerating a rare ecosystem. This is the only zipline in Rotorua where your adventure helps save the forest.
Rotorua Paddle Tours
Family Fun, Central
Stand-up paddle (SUP) board tours and lessons on Lake Rotorua and surrounding waterways.
Action Bug - Rangitāiki with Riverbug.NZ
Family Fun, South
Try something truly new! This Action Bug tour mixes a Riverbug with generous portions of whitewater in a breathtaking gorge on the Rangitāiki River between Rotorua and Whakatāne. This is an unforgettable experience that's unique to the Bay of Plenty.
Adventure Games Rotorua
Family Fun
Adventure Games Rotorua gets your team out and about, working together to solve an exciting mystery. You’ll love the challenge of solving the puzzles and clues, at the same time learning something about local history, culture and nature. Developed by Escapade, New Zealand's best rated escape room business.
Agrojet at Velocity Valley
Family Fun, North
Experience the thrill of a major adrenaline rush on a high-octane jet boat sprint course with Agrojet.
aMAZEme
Family Fun, North
For more than a decade, the Jensen family has been providing good old-fashioned outdoor fun at an affordable price.
Boyes Beach & Park
Family Fun, East
Boyes Beach is one of the largest beaches on Lake Ōkāreka and a great attraction during the warmer months, and popular for swimming, fishing and picnicking.
Buried Village of Te Wairoa
Family Fun, East
New Zealand’s most-visited archaeological site where stories of the 1886 Mt Tarawera eruption come to life.