New Zealand is an island located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. With two main parts to the island (the North Island and the South Island), New Zealand also has approximately 600 smaller islands, making up a total surface area about the size of Colorado. Due to its isolated location, New Zealand offers unique ecological and cultural experiences for travelers of all ages. Volcanoes, beaches, and unique wildlife all await your family in New Zealand. These are our picks for the Best Blogs on Things to Do with Kids in New Zealand.
A very family-friendly destination, New Zealand has a lot to offer children of all ages and interests. Everyone in your family is sure to find something that checks their travel ‘must-do’ list. Whether finding a city or two to explore or doing a cross-country road trip, the stunning New Zealand landscape, distinct culture and history, and incredible biodiversity are sure to make it one of your families most memorable vacations. Check out these best blogs for things to do with kids in New Zealand to start dreaming about and planning your next family vacation!
The No Regrets Family
We Travelled New Zealand with Little Kids
The Knelsen Family spent a month in New Zealand with their two small children. This blog is a result of their wonderful adventures, lessons learned, tips, and fun family pictures. For families thinking of driving in New Zealand, spending a month-long holiday, or getting an in-depth look at what New Zealand has to offer, this is a great place to start! It is a bit of a long read, but well worth the time given its extensive information. The blog is categorized by different cities in New Zealand and what the Knelsen Family did in each one. They include things like sites and museums, as well as, local playgrounds. The blog also includes tips on where to stay and how to drive in New Zealand. Read more here!
Roam the Gnome
The Best NEW ZEALAND TRAVEL BLOG for Family Travel
If you’re not convinced New Zealand is the best next family vacation, Amber will convince you! This extensive blog covers everything from featured cities and what to do in them to travel visa information to car rentals and driving to even more frequently asked questions. Amber’s advice includes travel to the North Island and the South Island. We love this blog for its detailed information, fun family pictures (including their signature Gnome!), and poignant frequently asked questions (with answers!) that are sure to help readers plan a great family holiday to New Zealand. Not sure where to start on planning a family trip to New Zealand? Start here! It is sure to get you dreaming and planning in no time. Read more here!
MamaDoctorJones
New Zealand Road Trip With Kids
Next on our list of the Best Blogs on Things to Do with Kids in New Zealand is the MamaDoctorJones. This blog covers an array of fantastic information and insights regarding a South Island road trip with small children. Danielle includes a lot of useful tips on how long to stay, which route to take (map included!), the best stops to make, and more. Additionally, if you are planning to rent an RV, Danielle includes her tips on where to rent. Read more here!
The Mom Trotter
Auckland, New Zealand With Kids
Karen’s blog includes a ton of great information about travel in Auckland with kids. It includes information on when to go, weather, how to travel to Auckland, getting around, where to stay, and, of course, kid-friendly activities that are sure to impress! Don’t miss the additional tips for visiting Auckland with kids at the end of the blog. We love Karen’s blog for it’s straightforward, fun writing style, cute family pictures, and detailed tips on what to do in Auckland. Her itinerary is very kid-centered and packed with family favorites (beaches, zoos, parks and more!). Her food recommendations also come with mouth-watering pictures. Karen will definitely get readers excited to plan a family trip to New Zealand’s North Island. Read more here!
Where’s Sharon
Top 10 Things to do in Auckland with Kids
In this blog, Sharon includes her top ten favorite things to do with kids in New Zealand’s North Island. Recommendations include a wide range of activities, including museums, regional parks, animal attractions, and more. Each section also includes a top tip, practical information, and helpful links. Sharon also includes her list of Auckland’s best playgrounds (a must when traveling with small children). Don’t miss her recommendations for where to stay at the end of the blog. Read more here!
Earth Trekkers
Ten Fun Things To Do with Kids on the North Island of New Zealand
Earth Trekkers’s Ten Fun Things To Do with Kids on the North Island of New Zealand shares the best of the North Island (beaches, volcanoes, adrenaline-pumping activities, and more) in this straightforward, insightful blog. For families looking to hike, bike, and explore New Zealand’s Lord of the Rings attractions, this is a great place to start planning. We love this blog for its fun family pictures and honest recommendations. For readers traveling with older children, this is a great blog to read. The activities and sites it includes are definitely geared toward older children (glowworm caves and lots of hiking). Julie also includes her tips and advice for doing the Coast to Coast Walkway (a stunning 8-mile walk) with kids. Don’t miss additional blogs written by Julie on her family’s adventures in New Zealand linked at the end of the blog. Read more here!
Go Live Young
18 Fantastic Things To Do on the South Island of New Zealand with Kids
Nicky shares detailed tips and advice in this blog about the South Island-based on their five-week family holiday. The blog includes their family favorites like hiking the Abel Tasman Track, wine tasting, wildlife watching, and more! Most sections also include critical information like age requirements, costs, trail lengths, etc. Don’t miss additional blog posts about their adventures (linked at the end) to learn more about family travel to New Zealand. Read more here!
Happy Planning!
New Zealand is the ultimate family adventure and travel destination. Whether you are staying in one city, the North Island or the South Island, or doing a cross-country road trip, New Zealand is sure to delight everyone in your family! Reading these blogs makes one thing clear, New Zealand is simply an unforgettable family travel destination. This list of best blogs on things to do in New Zealand with kids will provide fantastic tips and advice for a truly memorable family trip. Happy planning!
Next, find more things to do in New Zealand with kids, as well as lodging, restaurants, and other recommendations on our main page on New Zealand.
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