Kids Activities - Thames (3500)

Thames Sailing Club offers a seasonal programme of centreboard sailing, keeler sailing and sail training for all ages. Those new to sailing are welcome to come along and have a go. Please refer to our website for scheduled club sailing days and contacts.

Great mountain bike trails within riding distance from Thames town. Includes small kids loop, pump track, jumps, & trails for all. Base area has picnic table overlooking the sea which is great for riders and parents.

Ngatea Water Gardens are an unexpected treat for travelers passing through Ngatea on State Highway 2. Situated only 1 hour from Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga and Coromandel, they are also a fun day trip destination; and the perfect wedding venue. The picturesque 5 acre property has funny signs and scenes throughout, and is complete with gift shop, playground, and function centre for weddings and other occasions. The wheelchair friendly path through the gardens will take you over bridges, past water ... Read more lily ponds, waterfalls, waterwheels and magical fountains. You will be kept entertained by our friendly hand fed birds and fish, plus our fascinating turtles, said to be the oldest in New Zealand. Also set within the gardens is a Can Museum, displaying over 11,000 different beer, soft drink and unusual cans from around the world. Open Sunday to Thursday, 10am - 4pm (October to April). Open Sundays only May to September.

Daily Surf Lessons - 2hrs * All ages *Groups or Privates * Cert. Level 1 and 2 instructors * Quality Equipment Incl. Soft top surf boards and Ripcurl full length wetsuits. We are there to help you get that smile on your face :) Have fun with us for you first timer lesson or follow on with improvement classes to give you that professional head start. We are highly qualified with Surfing New Zeaand and 10 yrs surf coaching experience. Or Kayak and Stand up paddle Rentals with self guided ... Read more adventure. You can have a amazing adventure here in Whangamata with friends or family. *Just pick up the equipment of your choice and walk to the beach with safe guidance explained by a local. *Enjoy secluded Islands with just a 15 min paddle you are in a unknown Paradise. *Fishing off the kayaks is also super fun, get rods on site at a small extra cost or go free diving and get a feast of paua. snorkel set available. You can also Stay with us look into the site for more details ...

We offer a range of accommodation from Camping to 4 Star Chalets - we have options for everyone :) With communal kitchens, BBQs, swimming pool (seasonal), T.V room with an air hockey table and a children's playground there is plenty to do on site. Only a 500m walk to the centre of Whitianga, 800m walk to great beaches and a 35 minute drive to Hot Water Beach and the Cathedral Cove track we are a great central location all round.

Kerryn Jamiesons Junior Coaching Program is for Junior golfers of all levels wishing to learn or develop their golf skills. Our players experience golf in a fun environment that focuses on learning golf from the ground up.

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 founder, the late Barry Brickell, who originally started building the railway to bring clay to the potteries. Ask to visit the Wildlife Sanctuary where predator free fencing ensures the safety of natives like Tui, Kereru (wood pigeons) and gecko. See exceptional outdoor art works as you wander the area. Distinctive works by the acclaimed artist Barry Brickell & our own potters and sculptors are on display and are available for purchase at the shop, along with souvenirs & books. Purchase ...

Awesome fun for the whole family from just $15pp. 9 activities - 1 great location. 7km from Whitianga Township. Suitable for most ages groups from the very young to the young at heart. Outdoor laser tag, archery, kids quad bikes, argo rides, soccer golf (18 holes) laser clay shooting, pony rides, paintball and paintball target shooting. Come and have a go. Combo packages and family concessions available.

Go deep inside Caves/Blowholes, Visit the stunning Cathedral Cove, get up close with the snapper in the Marine Reserve and possibly see Penguins/Dolphins!! Cave Cruzer is a one in a million NZ experience. Tour operation Friday, Saturday, Sunday and public holidays (conditions dependent) We can take group bookings 6-10 people for weekday bookings by appointment. Design your own tour, where do YOU want to go and what do YOU want to do with your group? Phone or message us anytime to discuss or ... Read more book.

Scuba Diving, Scenic trips, Fishing.

Premium accommodation offering fully equipped kitchen and laundry and 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms , sleeping up to 6 people. Resort facilities include free for guest use, kids scooters, spades for use at the infamous Hot Water Beach, heated swimming pool with kids pool, Childrens playground, tennis court raquets and balls available and our beautiful beach and trendy cafes, just a 5 minute stroll. Priced from $145 for a 1 bedroom NZD. Subject to season and availability. Ask for our 'Minimum 3 night stay' ... Read more special rates. Full Conference room facility for up to 55 people board room style , 70 theatre style and all meals and activities can be organised

With a goal to be 'the best little club in Auckland', Drury UFC has 25+ years of football history and is growing annually in both membership and resources. With a robust player development programme led by an ex-All White, a high level of coach education, lucrative sponsorship contracts to provide playing & training equipment, and over $750,000 of recent grounds & lighting upgrades, Drury UFC is an ideal choice of club for players of all ages.

We are situated directly opposite a sandy estuary beach, which is a perfect for launching a kayak or dinghy or taking the children to explore the estuary at low tide. With the town centre just 450 metres along the road, you can abandon your car if you wish and enjoy the stroll to cafes and shops. Our small holiday park is ideal for families. We aim to provide a safe relaxing environment in which to enjoy yourself and our lovely little town. We have a variety of budget accommodation units ... Read more and large powered and non-powered sites for camping. A few of our sites are hedged for privacy, and shade is provided by beautiful mature specimen trees. The outdoor swimming pool is very popular in summer. The park also has a new covered BBQ area, with two push-button BBQs and plenty of tables so that you can prepare and enjoy your meal outdoors. We also have a communal kitchen, laundry (with new appliances), clean toilets, and new tiled showers, a communal indoor dining area, TV room, boat ...

ROCKUP delivers amazing mobile adventure activities whether a Community Event, School EOTC, Corporate Team-building or business Promotion for Fielday's, EXPO's or Conferences. Rockup's friendly, professional staff will enhance the experience, setup at a venue of choice or you can visit our 180 acre ROCKUP base overlooking the scenic Hunua falls & bordering 1,000,000 acres of incredible native bush to camp or day trip to have some exciting fun. A huge choice from Inflatable Fun activities and themed ... Read more bouncy castles to Kayaking, Rafting, ATBike riding, Rock-climbing, Archery, Pistol, Rifle & Claybird shooting plus much more such as the new Xtreme Air Bouncer to develop acrobatic skills, jumping up to 7 metres into the air... 100% NZ owned & operated, you, your team, business branch or class, can have an ultimate fun experience ROCKUP & Climb ON!!!

Across the road from the iconic Cornish Pumphouse, the new Gold Discovery Centre first welcomes visitors with its striking facade. This is something new! Inside you’ll find yourself immersed in interactive activities. You’ll be pushing hard against an air-leg drill that will shake your bones, just like a real drill. You’ll lean on a plunger to trigger a simulated explosion down the gold mine, then for a change of pace you might try to beat the shady dealer at a game of Two-up. You’ll marvel ... Read more at the intricate detail in the dynamic models then push the buttons to see what happens next. Open windows into the past and learn what it was like to grow up in a gold town, then crank the handle to discover the power of horses, steam and electricity. The ghost theatre is unlike any other. Set in colonial Waihi, actors are brought to life by 3D holograms in a story inspired by real local characters. You’ll get to know these towns-folk as they share their tales of love, war and social strife ...

Waihi Beach TOP 10 holiday resort welcomes you and your family! Whether you're on holiday, visiting friends and relatives or attending events in and around Waihi Beach, Waihi Beach TOP 10 Holiday Resort provides the perfect spot just off SH2 between the Coromandel and Tauranga for families, couples, groups, international travellers and business people. The Resort is situated at the north end of Waihi Beach with direct access from the park to the beach. The accommodation options are huge, ranging ... Read more from picturesque camping sites, affordable kitchen cabins or fully self- contained motel units. Come and relax at our pool and spa or enjoy some safe swimming, surfing and fishing on the beach. Waihi Beach also provides, stunning views to Mayor Island, local walks to Orakawa Bay, fabulous cafes and boutique shop

Paeroa Playcentre is free for children aged 0-6years of age. Bring in your child/ren to make friends, explore the environment and learn wonderful skills, all while playing and having fun - thats when the real learning occurs. Paeroa Playcentre is also a great parent support group, everyone is welcome.

Contact us for the opportunity to learn and/or develop your golfing skills with sound advice from a skilled teaching professional, Andrew Gurney (PGA). Waihi Golf clubs is very accessible to players of all ages and skills. A very friendly and easy going place.