Kids Activities - the Taupo Region

Big Sky Parasail was established in 2003, Big Sky Parasail is New Zealand’s premier Parasail company located on Lake Taupo. Big Sky Parasail Operates two 9 metre purpose built winch boats. We offer both 400ft and 800ft parasail flights. Both flights come with our unique optional “Freefall”. This is where we slow down the boat and let you parachute down to the waters edge, only to be whisked back up into the sky! Our crew has more than 26 years experience in the industry and we are proud of ... Read more our safety record. We have been operating in Taupo since 2008. Big Sky Parasail is open 7 days a week from November to May, weather pending. For information about parasailing, bookings or gift cards please refer to our website bigskyparasail.co.nz Come get high….Fly Big Sky!

On the banks of the beautiful Waikato River, just minutes from Taupo Towncentre, you will find the iconic and unique family playground, of Huka Prawn Park. With acres of land dedicated to the production of New Zealand fresh water prawns, and pure family fun, Huka Prawn Park offers a day of fun and excitement for all ages. Our activity pass offers all day access to the park. This includes prawn fishing, guided tours and access to the activity loop which is packed with fun attractions. Feel the ... Read more excitement of landing the feisty prawn. You can fish all day, all equipment provided, and once you’ve landed your catch, you can cook it up and sample the local delicacy right here beside the fishing ponds! Tour through the Prawn Nursery where more than a million baby prawns are raised each year. If you’re brave enough, hand feed the baby prawns. But don’t worry, if you loose an arm, we can replace it with a similar one from the lost property bin! Challenge yourself to the Gauntlet, ...

Open daily 10am to 4.30pm (closed Good Friday and Christmas Day). The Taupo Museum two art galleries feature both local and touring exhibitions and change every six weeks. Local history displays, gift shop and the wharenui (Meeting House), Te Aroha o Rongokeihume with Ora, the Garden of Wellbing offer a one off experience for visitors to Taupo that is not to be missed.

We are a family oriented early childhood service that enables parents to learn alongside their children as they engage in meaningful interactions together. Parents also learn other skills like small business management and becoming a better parents through the adult education programme.

We are an exhilarating high ropes course for all abilities. Whether you are an individual or a group our course offers a range of activities from easy through to hard with something to challenge everyone. We have been described by many of our customers as exciting as bungy jumping or skydiving if not an even greater challenge. Those with a genuine fear of heights can be worked up slowly to these challenges. Feel the fear, do it anyway!

Hukafalls Jet is the only jet boat company permitted to take you to the base of the mighty Huka Falls. Nothing get's you closer! This half hour of thrills, fun and excitement takes you along a beautiful river environment, lined with native bush, sheer rock cliff face and hot water streams. Hold on tight as you'll be travelling in one of our state of the art jet boats at an incredible 80km an hour! Along the way our trademark 360 degree spins will leave you with a beaming smile and a heart pumping ... Read more with adrenaline. And that's even before reaching the spectacular Huka Falls! From your unique vantage point on the jet boat you will have the best water level view of Huka Falls – New Zealand’s most visited natural attraction. Hukafalls Jet is the only jet boat company operating on this stretch of the Waikato River and offers one of the best jet boat rides in New Zealand. Operating on this stretch of the river since 1990, Hukafalls Jet has an outstanding record of professionalism and ...

Taupo Parents Centre is a not for profit organisation run by parents for parents. Parents Centre was first established in NZ in 1952 with the Taupo Centre being set up in 1978. The organisation offers four core services to its members and the community - childbirth (antenatal) education, parents support groups, parenting education, and advocacy/lobbying for parents, birthing and families. Our mission is: positive birth experiences and informed parenting in a community where parents are supported ... Read more and highly valued in their role.

I am an experienced piano teacher in Taupo with a passion for music teaching! Contact me for more information.

For Best Price Book Direct A family friendly Lake Taupo lake front motel. Quiet location on Lake Terrace. Comfort Inn Cascades runs between the road and the lake. There are no roads to cross with direct access to our lovely sandy swimming beach and the lake walk/cycle way from the motel. Set amongst beautiful gardens of native plants and birds are 24 spacious, self contained units of all different configurations for 1-6 people

We run the local Junior Touch on a Wednesday and Thursday afternoon. If you are interested in playing this season please ask at the school you attend.

Taupo Kayaking Adventures (TKA) specializes in guided scenic tours/trips on New Zealand’s largest fresh water lake, rivers, streams, walking/mountain biking tracks and trails in the Great Lake Taupo Region. Incorporating; • Kayaking • Mountain Bike • Walking • Walking and mountain Biking Combo’s • Overnight Experience • Kayak Fishing • Or a mixture of the above • Or kayak, paddle (sup) board and bike hire With unrivalled natural beauty, fascinating history, gourmet outdoor food ... Read more and passionate knowledgeable guides, we offer a unique experience to remember. Experience an adventure, discover our breath taking scenery, waterfalls, geothermal activity, natural hot pools, messaging waterfalls, crystal clear water, active volcano and even ,Maori Rock carvings that can only be reached by water, or some of the best trails in the country. You can choose one of our core tours, or let us help you design a trip tailored around your interests, and how you want to experience our ...

Holiday Resort with accommodation (cabins & motels) plus sites for tents, caravans, campervans. Thermally heated swimming pool plus (2nd pool hopefully due for completion by Christmas 2015 with swim up pool bar/cafe). Tennis courts, playground, basketball, jumping pillows x 2 (NZ's largest jumping pillow) volleyball. wifi (charge) TV & Games rooms, Neos 360 game, opp golf club, AC Baths, Hockey field, Owen Delany park. Close to car racing track.

Whanau based community centre, with permanent, caring staff to give your children a start to the early learning years in a warm, comfortable, homely environment with an attractive large outdoor area to encourage physical activities.

Inexpensive, quiet, comfortable, self catering accommodation very close to the Tongariro River in Turangi. Sportsmans Lodge has nine rooms with own ensuites and a lovely private self contained cottage set in an amazing garden. The lodge has a large kitchen and lounge with TV, pool table and open fire. This classic Kiwi Style Turangi accommodation is suitable for fishermen, walkers, travellers, skiers and groups. Sportsmans Lodge is the hidden accommodation gem of the Lake Taupo district and has ... Read more a unique, tranquil character of its own. Pop in and check us out sometime. You won't be disappointed.

Princess pony party's caters for children aged 7 and under. We bring a pony to your backyard for birthday party's and special events, riding lessons are also available find us on Facebook Princess Pony Party's Tokoroa for more information and pricing

If you are a beginner or advanced student of any age interested in learning great pieces and becoming a better cello or piano player then please call to arrange a lesson time or to make further enquiries. Jane also teaches music theory, aural skills and accompanies her cello students on piano. Some of her students have received full music scholarships to international music schools like the Manchester School of Music and several Sydney schools including Sydney Grammar School. As a freelance cellist ... Read more she toured Asia for the musical Les Miserables and has performed in many chamber music groups throughout Sydney, England and Italy, for film and TV soundtracks, with various international artists and with Musica Viva in Schools. She is an inspiring teacher who encourages a student’s love of music. Jane has a Master of Performance from the University of Sydney, and a Bachelor of Music from the Australian National University. She has a passion for music and has over 25 years teaching experience. ...