Outdoor & Adventure School Holiday Activities for Kids

Edventure is a holiday programme, geared to give children the best possible experience. We run a range of programmes, activities and camps for ages 5 - 13 yrs. Our adventurous and educational programmes are enjoyed by all. Whether it’s fishing and tramping in the outdoors or cooking and computers indoors, we have got it all! We also have an at school programme. "Everyday" allows you to enrol your child for one or as many days as you like for just $40 per day. Our staff have got a great range of... Read more

YMCA Wainui Park is a piece of paradise on Banks Peninsula. Described as Canterbury’s best kept secret YMCA Wainui Park is your one-stop-shop for accommodation, conference, camping and outdoor programmes. Wainui Park is a favourite venue for a huge number of schools, community groups and corporate groups from all over the South Island. Offering numerous accommodation and catering options as well as adventurous outdoor activities including Giant Swing, Kayakaing, High Ropes and Coasteering... Read more

Climbing Queenstown offers your family the ultimate adventure - where you can experience an active connection to our unique environment. No experience is necessary and we tailor our rock climbing outings to suit you – whether the whole family is new to it, or if just the kids want to climb, or even if you're all climbing at different levels – we promise you an outing that will be just the right mix of challenge and fun! Our professional guides love to pass on the climbing bug and work regularly... Read more

At Auckland Whale & Dolphin Safari we make it easy to experience the astonishingly abundant wildlife of the beautiful Hauraki Gulf Marine Park. Our marine eco-safari offers guaranteed Whale and Dolphin viewing year-round, departing direct from the Viaduct Harbour in down-town Auckland. But we offer so much more than just Whale and Dolphin watching. The privilege of operating daily within this world-class conservation area has led us to establish New Zealand's only research-based marine mammal... Read more

El Rancho is located on the stunning Kapiti Coast alongside both the Waikanae River and Waikanae Beach. El Rancho hosts over 17,000 guests each year, including individuals, families and over 250 different regional and national groups. The main services offered include accommodation, catering, conferences, ministry programmes and activities. El Rancho’s guests span all ages and demographics. Generations of people have been touched by El Rancho’s generous hospitality. Read more

Christchurches leading outdoor adventure provider. We have packages to suit children as young as 5 years old which are also fun for you parents. White water rafting, Jet Boating, overnight and multi day camping trips, scenic explorers, Fresh water fishing for trout and more. Your kids will love you for it. Read more

Join us for a unique kayak or stand-up paddleboard adventure and kiwi sanctuary only minutes from Franz Josef Glacier. Experience calm mirror like water and outstanding mountain views. We include FREE photos with each tour. Read more

Muriwai Surf School is located on Auckland's beautiful West Coast only 35 minutes drive from the central city. Our surf shed is a 1 minute walk from the beach. We are a kiwi owned and operated family business that pride ourselves on our customer service. We offer qualified professional instructors in a fun and safe environment for surfers of any level. Surf lessons are 2 hours and include a surfboard and wetsuit hire. For those not needing a lesson we have a fantastic range of surfboards and... Read more

Paintball Corp offers two paintball fields in Wellington, Boasting the most highly trained staff that will tailor games specific to your group. Paintball offers it'self as a natural communication builder and an exceptional investment in your team as well as some much-needed fun. Read more

Efil Doog Garden of Art & eco Park is NZunique Garden setting with Ponds, streams, glow worms and sculptures and forest/bush covering 268 acre (108 Ha) Featuring a large Rhododendron collection in the 11.5 arce (4.4 Ha) of Gardens and is one of the founding “Garden of Regional Significance” awarded by the New Zealand Garden Trust. The Efil Doog Gardens are at Cloustonville in the Akatarawa Valley (near Upper Hutt, Wellington – 12 km from State Highway 2 and 22 km from State Highway 1 from Waikane... Read more

Carey Park is a 170 bed camp suitable for school, church, sports and family reunion camps for larger groups. It is fully catered. Piha Mill camp is a 78 bed camp suitable for school, church, sports, family reunion camps for smaller groups as well as a great location for weddings. Can be fully catered by us or self-catered by you. Salisbury event center in Henderson Valley is a fully catered venue for weddings or corporate functions and other special days you want to celebrate. Read more

“Where else in the world can you jump on the back of a trailer and get towed along the beach by a vintage tractor to a bird colony?” We have a long history of providing tours on a spectacular stretch of the Hawke’s Bay coastline, from Clifton to Cape Kidnappers. This unique, fun eco-experience tour involves travel with local experienced guides by vintage tractors and trailers to the largest mainland gannet colony in the world. But it’s not just all about the birds! It’s a great day out for... Read more

Underworld Rafting Underworld rafting is a superb 4 hour award winning cave rafting adventure in the Metro Cave in the Paparoa National Park You are equipped with wet suits, wet suit socks, boots, gloves and helmet at our Base in The Charleston Hotel, then taken to The Nile River Rainforest Train for travel through the primeval rainforest and the towering cliffs of the Nile River Canyon. Once changed a short climb is required to enter the enormous Metro Cave System where in the upper levels... Read more

A locally-owned and operated indoor activity and trampoline park - fun for all ages! We have a dedicated trampoline area for littlies, foam pits below trampolines, climbing wall, balance beam and rolling log. An Olympic trampoline (sometimes called a ‘super’ or ‘euro’) keeps the older kids entertained and we also have a Ninja Assault Course and Bubble soccer arena that is on an air track. Special pre-school sessions for under 110cm kids during term time too - with a free mini-muffin and fluffy for... Read more

Welcome to Go Vertical Events, Auckland’s leading specialist event company in interactive experiences. We pride ourselves in providing the latest in challenging, memorable and adrenaline filled experiences that will leave you coming back time and time again. Read more

Nature walks, kiwi spotting and overnight accommodation on Kapiti Island. This is one of New Zealand's most precious nature & marine reserves. "You can't find an experience like this anywhere else in the world." (Past visitor). To make the most of your special visit to Kapiti Island, let us host your stay and offer you genuine hospitality and local knowledge. Our overnight kiwi spotting tours are famous. Stay in a nature lodge or one of our new luxury camping experiences. Be nature-inspired on Kapiti... Read more

One of the most unique therapeutic & rejuvenating mineral waters in the world, set in 364 hectares of native rainforest. Read more

Enjoy a scenic 1 hour train ride on this world-class mountain railway. Travel through regenerating and replanted native forest, including the great Kauri, with unique pottery sculptures lining the track. The railway line includes 2 spirals, 3 short tunnels, 5 reversing points and several large viaducts as it climbs up to the mountain-top terminus. This splendid building - the 'Eyefull Tower' gives spectacular views out over the Hauraki Gulf and islands. Your driver will tell the story of our innovative... Read more

5 Star accommodation plus a heated swimming pool, tennis court. mini golf, sauna & small gym Read more

FUN & RELAXED AFTER SCHOOL CARE - ACTIVE HOLIDAY PROGRAMMES & TEACHER ONLY DAYS Children get to experience a wide range of activities from adventure, sports, art & crafts to excursions in the Wanaka community and an appreciation for our natural playground. We ensure that every child has something available to suit their individual skills and hobbies as well as opportunities to try new and exciting things! AFTER SCHOOL CARE We collect your children from school, provide them with afternoon... Read more

Join the club that connects kids to nature- Forest & Bird’s Kiwi Conservation Club | Hakuturi Toa (KCC) KCC has over 5,000 members throughout New Zealand who receive our Wild Things magazine. The magazines make topics like wild rivers, marine reserves and worms fun for kids using a range of articles, cartoons, games & even plays! In most places around New Zealand, volunteer coordinators (KCOs) also arrange adventures for members to explore their local beaches, forests and everywhere in between. Some... Read more

Teapot Valley is situated 25 minutes south of Nelson among vineyards, lifestyle blocks and farms. When it comes to friendly staff, great food, excellent facilities and a full range of activities, you'll find them all here. We look forward to working with you to ensure your stay is a great and meaningful experience! Read more

BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL Nestled in the treetops of the beautiful Woodhill Forest, only a short drive from Auckland City, there is an adventure wonderland waiting to be conquered. Tree Adventures is an exciting new outdoor activity that offers an experience unlike anything else. With 10 different courses ranging from 3 to 14 metres above the ground, there’s something for everyone. Each course has a series of fun and challenging activities that wind their way through the treetops, ending with... Read more

Throughout NZ there are 16 YMCAs all of which share a common purpose – which is to meet and relate to the needs of people in their communities, and where they work, in a way that will encourage them to develop as individuals, express their own needs and reach their full potential. YMCAs do this through programmes and relationships, involving YMCA workers with special youth community, recreational and motivational skills, guided by the four core values of honesty, respect, responsibility and caring. The... Read more

Contributing positively to the life journey of young people, in the spirit of Sir Edmund Hillary, through adventure and rich outdoor learning experiences that develop care and respect for self, others and place. Read more

Come and enjoy our beautiful hedge maze, 1.4 km to get lost in - should you dare! Once you have conquered the Maze, feel free to enjoy the free family fun activities around the complex which include giant board games, tug o war, frisbees, sack racing, the giant connect four game (my favourite). Plus plenty more to entertain you. Bring a picnic and relax. Check out McGregors garden, meet our bunnies and guinea pigs plus our four roosters! The object of this maze is to find your way to the centre.... Read more