FOLLOW CURIOSITY
Families with kids ages 10-14
Rotorua makes adventure easy. There’s no need to over-plan - just follow your curiosity.
From geothermal parks with bubbling mud and steaming vents to pedal boats, playgrounds, and cycling trails, you’ll find something new every day without needing to rush.
Arrive in Rotorua and settle into your accommodation, whether that’s a lakeside holiday park, cosy motel, or hotel in the heart of town.
Ease into your stay with an evening stroll along Eat Streat, Rotorua’s vibrant dining precinct, or grab a hearty meal at the family favourite Lone Star. Top it off with a sweet treat at the iconic Lady Jane’s Ice Cream Parlour.
As the evening winds down, visit the legendary Polynesian Spa. Here you can soak in natural geothermal waters while overlooking Lake Rotorua. There are family-friendly hot pools where the kids can splash and play while you unwind.
Start your morning at the Agrodome with the Farm Experience. Kids can enjoy the famous Farm Show before meeting friendly animals on the Farm Tour - feeding sheep and alpacas is always a highlight.
Next, take the Skyline Gondola up Mt Ngongotahā for spectacular views and lunch at the Stratosfare Restaurant buffet or casual bites at the Market Kitchen. Afterwards, the kids can race down the Luge tracks.
As you head into the evening, wonder over to one of Rotorua’s newest attractions 3Mirage. Gaze upon different lighting effects as you discover seven immersive rooms. These moments feel like magic.
There are plenty of places to reconnect with your Whānau before heading home. Take an early morning dip in the sparkling waters of Tikitapu (Blue Lake) or Tarawera or wander beneath the towering Whakarewarewa’s Redwoods.
