Luxury New Zealand Family Vacations

New Zealand is a magical destination for family travel. From wildlife adventures to natural wonders, long sandy beaches and endless hiking and biking trails – you’ll find plenty to keep broods of all ages and sizes occupied.

Active teens and tweens will find thrilling activities here – from skiing to river jet-boating, mountain biking, glacier exploration, luging or zorbing down grassy hills, or canyon swinging from great heights.

Toddlers and small children won’t get left behind, with many animal sanctuaries and zoos offering a glimpse at the elusive kiwi, or King penguins. New Zealand’s fantastic museums have interactive kids’ sections – don’t miss Te Papa in Wellington where little ones can learn about Māori culture and history – dating back over 1000 years.

Other family-friendly activities include hot air ballooning, whale and dolphin spotting, mini golf and mazes, visiting natural hot pools, horse riding, farm tours and the Waitomo glow-worm caves.

Classic New Zealand

Auckland & Waiheke IslandLake Taupo & RotoruaNelson & MarlboroughCanterbury & ChristchurchQueenstown, Milford Sound & Southern Lakes

  • Marvel at the colourful geothermal landscape of Rotorua
  • Explore Abel Tasman National Park on a private boat cruise
  • Cruise Lake Tasman and take a guided walk on Tasman Glacier
  • Enjoy a scenic flight and cruise on Milford Sound
  • Soar over Queenstown on an exhilarating hot air balloon flight
ideal length 13 nights

Luxury Lodge Experience In New Zealand

Bay of Islands & NorthlandNapier & Hawkes BayQueenstown, Milford Sound & Southern LakesNew ZealandAustralasia

  • Experience three of New Zealand’s top luxury lodges

  • Play a round of golf on two of the world’s top golf courses

  • Enjoy scenic flights over some of New Zealand’s most stunning landscapes

  • Meet the kiwi, New Zealand’s rare and endangered national bird

  • Discover the beauty of Milford and Doubtful Sounds on South Island

ideal length 8 nights

New Zealand & Fiji

Auckland & Waiheke IslandLake Taupo & RotoruaNapier & Hawkes BayFiji

  • See the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves at Rotorua
  • Experience the best of New Zealand's luxury lodges and Mount Tarawera
  • Witness the majestic Huka Falls, New Zealand
  • Snorkel and scuba dive with Manta-rays and reef sharks
  • Meet the local Fijian people - some of the friendliest people in the world!
ideal length 17 nights
Acacia Cliffs Lodge

Acacia Cliffs Lodge

Lake Taupo & Rotorua

    Acacia Cliffs Lodge is a unique luxury boutique lodge set on the hillside overlooking Lake Taupo on New Zealand’s North Island. Designed to maximize the spectacular lake and mountain views, this elegant property combines the charm of the original pole house with contemporary New Zealand style.

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Edenhouse

Nelson & Marlborough

    Situated in the Orinoco Valley, Edenhouse is a luxury boutique hotel holding a prime position between Nelson and Abel Tasman at the top of New Zealand's South Island. Set within 48 acres of private grounds, it's a tranquil and charming lodge offering the finest hospitality and unrivaled personalized service.

    Edenhouse...

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family friendly
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Eichardt's Private Hotel

Queenstown, Milford Sound & Southern Lakes

    Iconic landmark, Eichardt’s Private Hotel, was built in Queenstown, New Zealand on the back of the gold-mining boom in the mid 19th century and bears the name of former owners Albert and Julia Eichardt.

    The property features five luxurious suites with expansive lake views from the rooms or...

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Hapuku Lodge & Tree House

Hapuku Lodge & Tree House

Canterbury & Christchurch

    Hapuku Lodge & Tree House in Christchurch, New Zealand offers luxury hotel-style accommodation on South Island.

    Hapuku’s Tree Houses are perched 40 feet above the ground, with windows in almost all directions, in the canopy of a splendid Manuka grove. The accommodation options in the beautifully decorated main...

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family friendly
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Helena Bay Lodge

Helena Bay Lodge

Bay of Islands & Northland

    In the northeast corner of New Zealand's North Island lies Helena Bay Lodge. The property sits along three kilometers of pristine coastline, offering four private beaches and many intimate coves in what National Geographic Traveler Magazine ranked as one of the World’s Top Rated Islands, Coastlines, and Beaches.

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