Kids Activities - Opua (0200)

Catch the breeze and set sail for the day from Russell on board the unique tall ship "R. Tucker Thompson", built in the tradition of 100 year old schooners by local Northlanders. She has sailed the world but today will explore the somewhat calmer seas of the Bay of Islands with you on board. The design of the "R. Tucker Thompson" is based on the Halibut schooners of the North West American coast, which were considered fast and sea kindly and easily manned. She has a lofty rig of varnished oregon ... Read more spars. Kwila decks and bulwarks with flashes of brass-work to make her look as she should, a working ship of the 18th century, purposeful and square-shouldered, but with a touch of style and speed. The day out is an interactive experience, so help set the sails, ride on the bowsprit, climb the rigging; alternatively relax while our crew does the work. You will also enjoy the Devonshire tea freshly baked and brewed in the galley each morning. The ship is spacious and comfortable and the friendly ...

Explore the Bay of Islands on the YHA The Rock Adventure Cruise. It features an all inclusive overnight boat trip with loads of activities, dinner, breakfast and lunch. In addition to all the activities, guests can enjoy the use of the lounge area with a pool table, piano and a fireplace at the back in the activities area. YHA, Bay of Islands, The Rock Adventure Cruise features private and dormitory rooms each offering access to a shared balcony and communal bathroom facilities. All bed linen ... Read more is provided, towel hire is available if required. Cruise activities include fishing, night kayaking, snorkeling and a guided island walk. We are Department of Conservation Approved. Guests are welcome to relax on the shared balconies and gaze over the beautiful blue waters and surrounding islands. There is a dining room and a guest lounge offering board games and a book library. The Rock YHA embarks from and returns to Paihia Wharf.

Our centrally located motel is only 100m to the beach and a short walk to the shops, restaurants and wharf. We have "something for everyone" Families, access unit, large and small studios and spa bath suites. We have a year round heated salt water swimming pool, spa pool,and covered barbecue area. A lovely spot to relax in. Great Value - Friendly Service

Parasailing in Paihia is the ultimate way to see the spectacular island paradise of the Bay of Islands. Jump on board our specialised parasail boat for the high-flying experience of a lifetime. Take a solo, tandem or triple parasail flight, and soar high above the tranquil blue waters of Paihia, Russell and the Bay of Islands. All 1200 feet. Enjoy the incredible 360-degree aerial views, and keep an eye out for playful dolphins leaping below you. We can offer Island Packages combined with ... Read more Parasailing. Our Ocean Pro 31 Parasail Boat is the perfect boat for this and can take up to 12 passengers in comfort and at speed. Contact us to discuss package deals, options and price.

The Waitangi Treaty Grounds is the place where Māori chiefs first signed their accord with the British Crown – the Treaty of Waitangi – Te Tiriti of Waitangi, New Zealand’s founding document. The Treaty Grounds feature the historic Treaty House, the magnificently carved meeting house and the world’s largest ceremonial war canoe. Enjoy strolling through one of New Zealand’s great beauty spots with its panoramic views of the Bay of Islands. Tours & Experiences Grounds Admission Valid ... Read more for 2 consecutive days NZ residents (ID required) $15 Child (up to 18 yrs when accompanied by parent or caregiver) Free Guided Tours Enhance your visit with a guided tour of all the major treasures at Waitangi. Our guides bring the Treaty story to life and introduce you to some of the key personalities and events that have shaped the nation. Many of our guides descend from signatories to the Treaty – they bring a personal connection to Waitangi that will enhance your understanding ...

Beachfront luxury holiday home accommodation. 4 bedrooms sleep up to 13 guests. Furnished and equipped to a high standard with all linen and cleaning provided. Unobstructed beach and Bay views with direct access to a sandy all tide swimming beach. 4 kayaks and dinghy or swim to the diving pontoon in front. Home theatre, Sky TV, Apple TV, outdoor speakers and free WiFi internet. Located on Tapeka Point beach, just two minutes from historic Russell village with restaurants, boat trips, attractions ... Read more and historic places. Tapeka del Mar is at the gateway to the Bay of Islands and is an ideal base to explore the rest of Northland. King size master bedroom with heated ensuite bathroom, TV and sea views. The open plan living area has high ceiling and a nautical theme with a Cape Cod feel. Sliding glass doors open the living room onto the deck. The house is safe for children with no road between the house and beach. There is a trampoline, beach toys, kayaks and lots of activities for children. If ...

Bay of Islands Swimming Club provide the full range of swimming lessons from learn to swim to competitive squad swimming.

A 1000 acre working dairy on the Whangaruru harbour, 30 minutes south of Russell and 20 minutes from Rawhiti and the Cape Brett Walkway. If your family is into beaches, motorbikes and/or horses we are the perfect venue for a holiday. In term 1 and 4 we also host most of Whangarei's intermediate schools for school camps and in the Holidays we run farming,motorbike and horseriding camps. There is an extensive network of bush and farm trails for dirtbiking and horsetrekking and a Motorcross track. We ... Read more also have a fleet of kayaks, archery and a set of paintball guns for hire. see our website and facebook page for more details

We make a great variety of kaleidoscopes, of all shapes and sizes. Andrew has invented an optic system that allows us to use many different viewing objects, including soap bubbles and pieces that move to music. Our shop and gallery is open most days. We are open if the sign is out, or if you want to make an appointment please give us a ring. A lot of our scopes are interactive, often made in 2000 year old swamp kauri, and we also make a kitset that allows the assembler to make their own unique kaleidoscope. ... Read more We make a great variety of kaleidoscopes, of all shapes and sizes. Andrew has invented an optic system that allows us to use many different viewing objects, including soap bubbles and pieces that move to music. Our shop and gallery is open most days. We are open if the sign is out, or if you want to make an appointment please give us a ring. A lot of our scopes are interactive, often made in 2000 year old swamp kauri, and we also make a kitset that allows the assembler to make their own unique kaleidoscope.

The Parrot Place is a Bird Display and Breeding Centre set in the heart of Kerikeri in the Bay of Islands. We have approx 300 birds from all over the world and run a successful breeding and rearing programme. We also offer specialist avian and pet supplies and a range of parrots ,hand reared and aviary bred for sale . Take a Parrot Safari … Wander through our glorious subtropical gardens and enjoy the entertaining antics and colourful plumage of a huge variety of native and exotic parrots from ... Read more around the world. Enjoy a stroll through the large walk through aviaries and get up close and personal with our friendly parrots. Let the kids burn some energy on our large play park whilst you sit back and relax in the picnic area. Ice creams are available from our on site shop.

• Warm indoor heated pool • Small class ratios • AUSTSWIM Qualified Instructors • All ages and abilities • Adult fitness classes • Private pool hire and much more • Classes run Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturdays.

Are you looking for a piano teacher who inspires and motivates your child? Maybe you're an adult piano student who would love to learn a new art? I have seven years experience teaching a wide variety of ages and levels. I believe in the involvement of the student in the choice of the musical pieces, this creates an emotional attachment with the instrument that is vital to the enjoyment of any instruments. I have completed a Degree in Contemporary Music in 2016 and am able to teach a variety of styles ... Read more and genres

After School Clubs in the Bay of Islands, Kerikeri and surrounding suburbs. All ages. Includes numerous sports, art, cadets, St John Youth and music. Plus holiday programs throughout the year. listings includes club timetables and contact details.

Have lots of FUN while being introduced to the diverse and creative world of photography. Lessons are privately taught to 7-15 year old children, and adults in Kerikeri, Northland. The lessons are divided into 10 unique activities which are taught once a week throughout the term. Each term expands the group’s creative knowledge while reinforcing what they have learnt to date. Lessons follow a set format and incorporate kinaesthetic, visual and audio learning techniques. The lessons include ... Read more outdoor and indoor activities. Lesson Cost $120pp per term Camera Hire $5 per lesson Through the lens – Photography Lessons are designed and taught by Carissa Marsh of Carissa Marsh Photography. Carissa has a Bachelor of Visual Arts and Design, as well as post-graduate study in Visual Art and Design and her full time photography business has been running for over 6 years. She specialises in family and wedding photography. If you don’t want to invest in a camera straight away ...

This is an 18 Hole Glow in the Dark Minigolf. All indoors with Beautiful Bright art work and themes, Glow worm Cave, Alice in Wonderland, Toxic Waste, Circus, Space, Ancient Ruins and Megalyths.. It Takes roughly an hour for a family to play a game, Prices are $40 Family of four (either 2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children) Or $15 Adult $10 child $12 senior.....Or if its your birthday you're free. The 18 Hole course winds around through different rooms and spaces, all lit up with ... Read more black lights, the clubs, balls, courses and props glow brightly. Its heaps fo fun for all the family, groups, birthdays, work functions, seniors, children, Very Friendly staff, you can also relax on the leather couches or play pool in the reception, Drinks for sale. Toy box for the kids, its the place to go, we are open every day in the School holidays from 11am to 6 pm. Normal Hours Closed Mon/Tues Open Wednesday/Thursday and friday 1pm to 6 pm Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 6 pm, come down and ...

We are proud to be one of Northland's premier dive training facilities. Learning to dive with us means instruction and equipment of the highest standard. With an on-site heated training pool, classroom and full changing facilities, your comfort and convenience is assured. Our staff and instructors have an extensive knowledge of diving, the marine environment, and of course, diver safety. Dive HQ Whangarei is situated at the gateway to the beautiful Poor Knights Islands rated by Jacques Cousteau ... Read more as one of the world's top ten diving destinations and we are proud to offer you the opportunity to discover what we have made a part of our lives!

Surf School and Surf Beach Shop located on the fabulous Tutukaka Coast. Surf lessons, surf board hire and associated retail for everything to have fun in the surf, on the beach and at the bach!

Whangarei Community Toy Library provides an affordable toy lending service to Whanau of Whangarei. The library makes it possible for every family to experience quality play though an up to date, extensive selection of toys, music, art and sports equipment. Situated in Bank street, with safe, off street parking especially for Toy Library visitors. Toy library is open Tuesday to Friday, 9 am to Noon and we welcome parents/caregivers to visit any time – the Library is staffed by a Librarian and ... Read more a roster of parents and others who volunteer their time to help during the busy daily sessions. WC Toy Library offers a wide range of popular and quality toys and play gear for girls and boys up to school age ... including Ride–on; Water Play, Push/Pull (trucks, etc.), Sport and Outdoors; Family (Pretend Play); Dolls and dolls gear; Baby toys; Educational toys; Construction; Art; Puzzles ; Games and DVDs. The Toy Library depends on membership fees – affordable to every whanau in our area ...

Tikipunga Kindergarten is a purpose built facility with areas for both indoor and outdoor play. Children enjoy the freedom and space of our large, flat outdoor area, most of which is either grass or soft fall. There is a covered verandah area and numerous shade sails. We provide opportunities for children to investigate nature through our Swan plants and vegetable gardens. Children enjoy being able to take the produce from the garden home to share with their families. We are located ... Read more next to Tikipunga Primary School and the children and teachers love to see the school children through the fence. Indoors is a large open plan area with a quiet nook for reading or resting. The walls in this area demonstrate the importance of the children and their families/whanau through photos and shared information. We are well resourced and our programme focuses on developing the children’s strengths and abilities. This is documented in each child’s portfolio where the teachers ...

Northland Ballet and Dance Inc is a non profit organisation which aims to promote and provide dance opportunities for young dance students in Northland. We are not a a dance school with regular dance classes, however we do host and organise the following three events annually for young dancers: - The Dance Fusion Concert in April - a combined showcase of dance by Northland dance schools. - The Whangarei Dance Workshop in the July school holidays - a week long intensive week of dance classes culminating ... Read more in the Workshop Concert. Dance classes include: ballet, contemporary, jazz, lyrical, hip hop, musical theatre, tap and more. - The Annual Dance Competitions held in August which are open to Northland, New Zealand residents only.

The Quarry Arts Centre is a community facility dedicated to the pursuit, development and display of creative practice. The Centre provides a venue for artists to create, exhibit, discuss and advance their art. It is also a venue for art lovers to observe and share the creative experience in a tranquil, park-like setting just out of central Whangarei.

We will bring our range of super child friendly animals and ponies to you Or you can come out to our place at Umawera, Northland. And the children can get in and enjoy a hands on experience. •Birthdays •Childcares, Kohanga, Kindergartens, Primary schools, playgroups, play centres etc •end of year parties •School galas and fundraising events •Special events, . •Market days •Basic riding lessons and animal handling skills or pony and gig ride (you come to us) Let the children ... Read more and the children at heart experience a range of animals first hand. Get up close and personal with our pets. Want something different for your wedding photos? How about using our pony and gig, sit in the cart together, stand next to her, We will do our best to do something that suits.... If you have an event where you need to entertain children, think about inviting us, and giving your children a unique experience, where they can get up close and personal with our friendly animals. OUR ...

Te Kohanga Reo o Nga Tau E Toru is a kaupapa maori, total immersion learning nest for babies and young children located at Te Horo School in beautiful Pipiwai.

Welcome to Bright Stars – one of Whangarei’s favourite family-orientated childcare centres. Located in Kensington, we are easy to find and within a short travelling distance to Whau Valley, Kamo and the Whangarei CBD, it makes us a great choice for busy parents. Our nurturing childcare centre is more than just a home away from home. We care for your children in a loving and warm environment, giving your child the opportunity to learn and grow in a safe and secure location with qualified teachers. Infants, ... Read more toddlers and young children – we can provide specialised care for any child from the age of six months. Contact our team today to visit our centre and see how we can help you with your childcare needs. Bright Stars offers your child:  Qualified and caring teachers with a wealth of knowledge and experience.  Welcoming park-like location with separate outdoor play and learning spaces for babies and pre-schoolers.  Nutritious meals as part of your daily fee.  ...

We are a preschool and early learning center for children.

O'Neill Surf Academy objective is to teach and develop surfing skills for Primary, Intermediate, Secondary & International Schools, surfing is a great discipline that feeds the mind, body, & soul. We will educate students on both beach safety & environmental awareness. This is achieved by a series of land and water based activities with an emphasis on participation and fun. The lessons and activities encourage good teamwork and group cohesion to provide a positive, supportive learning environment. Objective - ... Read more Increase ‘beach safety’ awareness through experiencing the enjoyment of learning to surf. - To give children and young adults the confidence to be active and have fun in the ocean. - To introduce a sport that is inexpensive to start but has huge personal rewards and satisfaction. - To educate & encourage students that surfing is for everyone regardless of size, skill and ability. Why O'Neill Surf Academy....We are an accredited Surfing NZ surf school holding ...

BJ's Childcare Centre is in Kensington, Whangarei and is licensed for children from the ages of 2 to 6 year old's. Our Service offer: Hours of operation are from 8am to 5PM Monday to Friday WINZ Childcare Subsidies 20 Hours ECE for 3 and 4 year olds. For all enquiries phone us on our FREE calling number or text Betje to find out what our special rates are. BJ’s Childcare Centre is a small family orientated early childhood centre. Located at 15 Moody Ave, in Kensington, Whangarei and licensed ... Read more for up to 30 children aged between 2-6 years of age. The centre offers a range of fun, social and educational learning opportunities to encourage the uniqueness of each child. Happy content children learning at their own pace alongside friends with the support of their teachers and parents input is our aim. As a local, mother and a trained early childhood teacher Betje knows that sometimes childcare and the costs involved can be a difficult financial decision for families. BJ’s Childcare ...

10 tree-top challenge courses packed with thrill, fun and action. There are circuits for all ages and abilities, with countless obstacles and of course lots of flying foxes: wire traverses, tight ropes, exciting swings, treacherous nets, wobbly bridges, zip-lines, it's awesome! Tree-huger or daredevil, come along with your friends or family to share a great adventure. Explore the edge of your comfort zone, build up confidence and challenge your balance! A 100% safe continuous belay system, unique ... Read more in New-Zealand, prevents participants to disconnect themselves from the lifelines. Our friendly staff provides safety gear and training to allow participants to go on their own on the courses… tree-mendous!

Students develop talent and communication skills in vibrant classes with our trained teachers choose a class to suit your child so they can shine. Drama classes for students 7 -11 years Musical Theatre for 9 -14-year-olds Speech and Drama 9 -14 years Exams and Grade work for Speech New Zealand Exams For detailed class description, prices and timetable please visit our website

"I've never met a kid that didn't love Space (and dinosaurs)!" All it takes to explore the Universe is to start looking up. At our Planetarium we can look up even during a thunder storm and see the Stars and Constellations in their full glory. It is a realistic projection of the night sky in a fully indoor dome ceiling. Each Saturday evening we run public tours of the evening sky, focusing on the current constellations and objects of interest. For those who want more detail our Space ... Read more Club meets on the first Friday each month and welcomes enthusiasts from 8-80 years. If you have a school, community or social group and want to come enjoy the Universe together, we arrange private group sessions as required.

The Miyagi Kan Karate Club was founded in New Zealand in February 1996. Currently the club operates out of 79 Walton Street Whangarei, and also has another club in Dargaville. What you gain from learning Karate is: Confidence & Strength, Loads of fun, Better Health and Fitness, Co-ordination & flexibility, Self-Defence & Discipline. We cater for all ages with classes available to anyone five days a week, in Whangarei. Check Club locations & training times tab above for details. The ... Read more club is based on full traditional Karate training. We also specialise in Sport karate, in both disciplines of Kata and Kumite.

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