Kids Activities - Dobson (7805)

Glow worms caves zipline abseiling cycle tours hiking scenic adventures, kid safe family adventures, mountain biking, gold hunting, kayaking, multi day adventures from Christchurch. Something for everyone on New Zealand's Gold Coast West of the Southern Alps. Contact us for free holiday advice or to see our range of fun tours

Whatever the weather, it's as good as gold! Take a rare steam train ride, pan for gold, experience the sights and sounds of a working sawmill, watch a holographic show, explore the new dispatch foundry and three preserved bush trams and get an old-time photo, there's so much to see and do at Shantytown Heritage Park. Visit King Dick's Café for a refreshing cup of tea, lazy cappuccino, old fashioned scones served with cream and jam or a tasty lunch. Bring your own picnic, settle on one of our ... Read more outdoor tables and soak in the atmosphere. The children will enjoy our themed playground which comes with its own flying fox!

Off-roading in the Heart of New Zealands Native Rainforest. Have you ever wondered what the heart of the rainforest looks like, off the beaten track? We have spent 20 years creating off-road paradise through our privately owned native rainforest. We have carved trails through our forest, carefully retaining the natural character of the area. You will see huge trees, gorgeous views of the river valley, ferns and mosses that line the tracks. But the best part is the mud and water which naturally ... Read more pools on the tracks. After a good downpour of rain, rivers of water will be flowing down parts of the trail and the mud is replenished for play. No need to worry about keeping clean as well supply boots and protective clothing to keep you dry. The adventures are on demand, 7 days, and the vehicle fleet includes quads, 1, 2 and 4-seater buggies, kids quads and the mighty Hagglund. The property has been in our family for 100 years, farmed differently by each generation, so you'll ...

Our friendly and helpful team of travel experts are genuine ‘Coasters’ with local insider knowledge of the stunning West Coast region of New Zealand's South Island. We can take care of all your West Coast travel requirements including bus, train and ferry bookings. We can advise and book your West Coast accommodation from holiday parks and motels right through to the region’s finest hotels. If it is a family adventure you’re after, we know all the top West Coast adventure activities and ... Read more thrills. Or if you prefer a quieter experience, we offer a wide range of wildlife encounters, day excursions and heritage tours. For the West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, we can help with bookings of bike hire, accommodation and transport and offer additional information on the surrounding area.  We offer FREE visitor information & reservation services.  We are the leading information centre on the West Coast operating for over 30 years .  Authorised Tranz Scenic / Kiwi Rail ...

Rapahoe Bay Holiday Park: Affordable, beachside Greymouth accommodation and greymouth camping ground for families and travellers to the West Coast, New Zealand..."

Runanga - After school care We have a walking school bus from Runanga primary school at 2.45pm.(Rain jackets may be required on a wet day). The school bus travels approximately 500 meters to a private residence on Pitt Street, Runanga. An environment that offers children opportunities to further their development and life/social skills that is fun and safe. There is indoor and outdoor areas available to children in the after school care. Afternoon tea is provided at 3.45-4pm (fruit and ... Read more water). Collection of your child/ren is by 5.45pm (late fees apply) at the private residence on Pitt Street, Runanga. After school care runs on school days only. For statutory holidays and school holidays there is limited spaces that can be arranged from time to time, please inquire by email, phone or in person with your needs. Emergency care can be arranged subject to availability.

Come and view North Island Brown Kiwi in our nocturnal house. NZ giant longfin eels can be fed daily at 10 am, noon and 3 pm. We will feed our 2 kiwi after each eel feed. We have tuatara, native/tropical fish, turtles, frogs and axolotls. Families love to catch and release crawlies in our indoor lake area. This is an indoor activity. We are open 7 days a week. Summer hours 9 am to 5 pm, winter hours 9.30 am to 4.30 pm.Last admission half hour before closing. Good fun for the whole family!