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Plan the best family getaway in Rotorua

As locals with years of experience in the visitor industry and holidaying with children, we’ve crafted a list of top recommendations to satisfy even the pickiest of family members. Explore our insider knowledge to help make your next family adventure to Rotorua unforgettable.

A few tips & tricks include the following:

Get there early! If you’re looking to visit Skyline Luge and Gondola during high season (Dec – Mar), school holidays or a public holiday (especially Easter), arrive at opening time, pack snacks, water, and sunscreen in summer, just in case you need to queue. There are plenty of dining options available at Skyline, and even a Jelly Bean store! Or if it’s winter, head up early as the sun rises, painting a stunning landscape over Lake Rotorua. Don’t forget to wrap up warm as it gets cool on the chairlift.

Skyline Luge

Redwood Treewalk Nightlights – buy the fast pass option to obtain a set arrival time and avoid the queues. Discover the entire forest lit up like a magical wonderland – perfect for children to explore. If you aren’t able to obtain the fast pass option during summer, movies and popcorn are on offer for the family to enjoy whilst you’re queuing.

Redwood Treewalk Nightlights

If you want a relaxing soak in a natural hot pool but worry that as an adult you won’t get any down time, then Polynesian Spa should be on your list. Located in the city centre, the spa offers a dedicated family area, with a large freshwater pool and mini slide for the kids, whilst two hot mineral pools are located nearby for the adults. Children are required to be supervised, so we suggest taking turns in the big pool with your significant other, allowing you time to sit back and relax.

Polynesian Spa

Having fun is not just for the kids! ZORB is a shared activity for all ages, offering a great opportunity for bonding time that puts you all on the same level. The ride is full of excitement, adventure and laughs, so as an adult, don’t write it off. Some of our favourite feedback includes “it’s way more fun that it looks”, “it’s the first time my teenager has smiled on holiday” and “how do we get one for home”? For an extra thrill, challenge the kids to a race on the Dual Straight track for who has to do tonight’s dinner dishes. Book your ZORB adventure today.

ZORB

Be sure to take a walk through Kuirau Park – its free to visit, with several walkways taking you to see the crater lake, bubbling mud pools and hot springs. Discover a cool playground, plus barbecues and picnic tables that are free to use.

Looking for something a little more when heading out? Perhaps a nice drink, stylish décor, good food and great value? Fainting Goat has fabulous cocktails, foot long pizzas and sharing platters. If you have younger children, arrive for an early start and to grab the best table. Another great local pick is Eastwood for the best brunch. You’ll find it located at the edge of the Redwood Forest, offering both indoor and outdoor dining, with ample green space for the family to run around in.

Eastwood Cafe

With these tips in hand, you’re well-equipped to make the most of your family trip to Rotorua, ensuring fun and memorable experiences for everyone.

July 12, 2024

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Water you waiting for? 💦 Come and experience this epic NZ must do and slip and slide your way down the hill in our inflatable balls. 

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Feeling a lot like summer today, those Sidewinder corners looking good ☀️

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Who needs sunshine these school holidays when you can roll in the rain? ☔️🌈🌧️ 
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Some more people who keep the balls rolling down the hill at ZORB Rotorua. Every one of them are excited to see you all these NZ school holidays! 🔥
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ZORB Rotorua is a water activity which means you will get wet so you will need some clothing to get wet in 💦

Luckily for you, if you don’t see our website or our posts letting you know it is a wet ride or you’ve forgotten your swimwear - we provide hire gear! A shirt, shorts and a towel can be hired out as individual items or as packages 👕🩳

Throwing clothes at our Operations Manager was for video content purposes. Throwing clothes at him in real life will not result in him magically changing into your clothes… but feel free to try 👀

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The Choppings - England 

“The kids said this is the best thing they’ve done in New Zealand, even better than swimming with the dolphins!”
(Sorry dolphins 🐬) 

Kids love ZORB, but they love it more when their parents get in and have a go! 

Bring the family in for a day out at Zorb Rotorua these school holidays ✨

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Meet some of the stars that are responsible for keeping the Zorbs rolling down our hill here in Rotorua ✨
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The weekend is calling... 📞
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One of our most asked questions is - “do we tumble inside the ZORB?” And we’re here to tell you… there is no tumbling! 🤸🏻❌ only sliding while riding 🛝✅ don’t believe us? Come and try one of Rotorua’s must do adventure activities 
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