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Otago Museum

Dunedin
Suitable for all ages
 
    Address: 419 Great King Street, Dunedin
    Phone: +64 (0)3 474 7474
Whether you have an hour to spare or a day to enjoy, you will be inspired, enlightened, and excited by our collections, exhibitions and events. With an outstanding collection from New Zealand and around the world presented in an appealing and accessible way, visiting the Otago Museum is your chance to discover the special stories of Otago and New Zealand, a window on the Pacific and a gateway to the world.
 
Admission: Entry to the Museum is free - donations are encouraged
 
  • Discovery World Tropical Forest has a small admission charge:
    No charge for under 2yrs  -  $4.50 children (2-15)  -  $9.50 adult  -  $8.50 student/seniors (with id)    -       Family passes: $20 one adult and three children or $24 two adults and two children   -   Special exhibitions - from time to time the Museum has a special exhibition which carries an admission charge. Through sponsorship the Museum ensures these are as low as possible.  
     
 
 
Off The Rails
Central Otago -Cycling tour
Suitable for children over five
 
 

Address: PO Box 969, Queenstown 

Phone numbers:  +64 27 363 3724 or Freephone 0800 OFF RAIL 
Email (info or reservations): Info@offtherails.co.nz
OFF THE RAILS' fully-supported cycle tours on the Otago Central Rail Trail feature our own heritage accommodation in Ranfurly, personalised transport, great mountain bikes and guided sightseeing activities, all tailored for your comfort and enjoyment. All you need to do is turn the pedals on this fun, achievable adventure for you and the family.
 
The 150km Rail Trail offers visitors a rare opportunity to explore some of the country’s most impressive landscapes on a route not open to motor vehicles.
Pick up and drop off in Queenstown on either side of your cycle tour or travel on to Dunedin via the Taieri Gorge scenic railway. A fabulous holiday for families and our guides will ensure everyone is comfortable and happy.
 
Fox Glacier Guiding
Fox Glacier - West Coast - South Island
Suitable for five years and over
 
Type: Activity – Glacier Walks, Helihikes
Street address: State Highway 6 Fox Glacier 
Ph: +64 3 751 0825 or 0800 111 600 (NZ only) 
For an unforgettable family adventure take the kids on a breathtaking guided walk onto the world famous Fox Glacier with New Zealand's most experienced glacier guiding company.
 
We offer a full range of hiking tours and ice adventures to suit all fitness levels and ages. Fox Glacier is the less crowded, less steep, more affordable option for families. Our friendly and professional guides will take you on the trip of a life time. They will educate you, entertain you and guide you onto the stunning Fox Glacier, part of the Westland National Park, a World Heritage Area.
 
To assure your safety, our guides are trained through the internationally recognised New Zealand Mountain Guides Association. We pride ourselves in offering exceptional customer service, the highest level of safety management and the best value for money trips.
 
 
Air Safaris
Lake Tekapo and Franz Josef
Suitable for children in this section
 
 
Air Safaris main base and airport facility is located alongside the main highway 4km west of the Lake Tekapo township. 
 
Air Safaris owns and operates an airfield approximately 8km west of the Franz Josef township and a sales and information office in the Franz Josef town centre. 
 
Experience an awesome Air Safaris Grand Traverse flightseeing tour of the Aoraki Mount Cook and Westland World Heritage Parks. See Mount Cook, the Tasman and Murchison glaciers plus the Franz Josef and Fox glaciers on every flight!

A long established family business Air Safaris is dedicated to friendly personal service and great value for money!

The Air Safaris "Grand Traverse" is recognised as the premier Aoraki Mount Cook flightseeing experience and is still the longest and most comprehensive flightseeing tour of Mount Cook and glaciers available in the area! 

 

Zorb Rotorua

Rotorua

Suitable for children over 6 (height & weight restrictions apply)
   
Phone: 07 357 5100
Email: Rotorua@zorb.com
Web: www.zorb.com/rotorua
   

ZORB Rotorua is the home of ZORB and a great place for your adrenaline fix! ZORB globe riding is a great activity for the whole family, available year-round,rain or shine.

 

With two ride variations on offer: The ZYDRO ride (wet) you’re free inside the ZORB globe with some water so you slip, slide and spin your way to the bottom. The ZORBIT ride (dry) has you safely harnessed into the ZORB globe and will have you tumbling down the hill.

 

Restrictions:
ZYDRO: You must be 6 years old and <130kgs
ZORBIT: You must be 6 years old, 1.6m tall and <100kgs

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