Family Friendly Activities in Rotorua

Rotorua's geothermal valleys, working farms and native wildlife make it one of the easiest regions in New Zealand to fill a family day without a long drive between stops. Our Rotorua family friendly activities cover farm shows, wildlife, Skyline Rotorua, Velocity Valley, hot pools and duck tours.

Farm Life and Native Wildlife

The Farm Tour & Sheep Show at Agrodome is a longstanding Rotorua favourite built around working farm life, and the National Kiwi Hatchery Experience gives children a close look at eggs and chicks at the facility working to protect New Zealand's national bird.

Skyline Rotorua and Zorbing

Skyline Rotorua pairs a gondola ride up Mt Ngongotaha with a luge track suited to riders of most ages, and the Zorb rolls kids and adults downhill inside a giant inflatable ball for an easy, low effort thrill.

Velocity Valley for Kids Who Want to Go Fast

The Shweeb at Velocity Valley is a pedal powered, suspended racing pod track built for a friendly family race, and the Velocity Valley Activity Combos let families pick two to five activities at the same park.

Family Hot Pools and Relaxed Sightseeing

The Family Hot Pools suit a relaxed soak with children after a busy day, while the Rotorua Duck Tours - City & Lakes and Lake Cruise on Lakeland Queen both cover Lake Rotorua at an easier pace than the region's adventure activities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best all round family activity in Rotorua? The Farm Tour & Sheep Show at Agrodome and the National Kiwi Hatchery Experience are both well suited to a relaxed family day with children of most ages.

Is Skyline Rotorua suitable for children? Yes, Skyline Rotorua's gondola and luge track suit riders of most ages, with luge cart options for different confidence levels.

What is the Shweeb at Velocity Valley? The Shweeb is a pedal powered, suspended racing pod track, a fun and low intensity option for a family race.

Is there a relaxed way to see Lake Rotorua with children? Yes, the Rotorua Duck Tours - City & Lakes and the Lake Cruise on Lakeland Queen both cover the lake at an easy, family friendly pace.

Where can families see kiwi birds in Rotorua? The National Kiwi Hatchery Experience gives children a close look at eggs and chicks at the facility working to protect the species.