Rotorua is an adventure playground!
We’re lucky to have some of the country’s most innovative and clever people living right here in Rotorua who have nothing better to do than invent and create amazing attractions and activities for all to enjoy.
The list is long, so pull up a chair: the pedal-powered monorail Shweeb Racer, Freefall Xtreme, Agrojet and more at Velocity Valley; ziplines and swing bridges through ancient forest with Rotorua Canopy Tours; the Luge and Skyswing at Skyline Rotorua; ZORB giant inflatable balls; Indiana Jones style jungle bridges at Redwoods Altitude; self-drive 4WD Bush Safari, Monster 4x4 Thrill Ride and Raceline Karting at Off Road NZ. Drive your own 4x4 cart up Mount Ngongotahā and shoot some claybirds at Adventure Playground.
Try whitewater sledging or rafting the world-famous Kaituna River which is home to the world’s highest commercially raftable waterfall.
Fly across Lake Rotorua in a jet boat or hop aboard Riverjet’s jet boat to visit a geothermal and geological gem called The Squeeze.
For the mild adventurer to the most hard-core action seeker, Rotorua will not disappoint. In fact, you wouldn't be judged for wanting to stay longer and do more!
Steaming Cliffs Kayak at Lake Rotomahana
Adventure, South
Explore the amazing scenery of Lake Rotomahana on this spectacular guided kayaking tour.
Action Bug - Rangitāiki with Riverbug.NZ
Adventure, South
Try something truly new! This Action Bug tour mixes a Riverbug with generous portions of whitewater in a breathtaking gorge on the Rangitāiki River between Rotorua and Whakatāne. This is an unforgettable experience that's unique to the Bay of Plenty.
Adventure Playground - Clay Shooting
Adventure, North
For a fast and furious Rotorua clay bird experience, an Adventure Playground semi-serious package is required!
Adventure Playground - Double Pass
Adventure, North
The typical kids' playground has more than one activity. The same can be said for our amazing Adventure Playground for ‘grown ups’ (we use the term loosely). Our Self Drive Double Pass means you get to experience a 1 hour 4×4 Self Drive off road tour and a 25 shell GET STARTED Clay Bird Shooting package. Grab yourself a Self Drive Double Pass Combo!
Adventure Playground - Combo Packages
Adventure, North
We operate in all weather conditions and provide our customers with wet weather gear when necessary. Covered in shoes are essential and warm clothing in winter is recommended. Our Clay bird Shooting range is a dedicated, covered facility and is suitable in all weather conditions. Rain does not stop play at Adventure Playground!! We offer a range of Combo deals so you can mix & match to maximise the time you spend with us.
Adventure Playground - Horse Trek
Adventure, North
Our 60 minute Cruizer's Trek will take you through swathes of native NZ bush, so you can experience birdsong and animals, as well as the famous silver ferns. This trek includes a higher outlook point for even better views of Lake Rotorua.
Adventure Playground - Horse Trek & Clay Shooting Combo
Adventure, North
Get the most out of the Adventure Playground with a great combo deal. This is one of our most popular combos as it lets you experience our venue in two contrasting styles. The excitement of a Clay Bird shoot, followed by a sedate, scenic horseback experience. By combining a 1 hour Rotorua Horse Trek with a Get Started Rotorua Clay Bird Shooting package, not only do you double your fun, but you also make a great saving!
Hobbiton Movie Set
Adventure
For your own Middle-earth adventure, daily tours are available to visit the Hobbiton Movie Set from The Lord of the Rings movie trilogy and The Hobbit films.
Rotorua Paddle Tours
Adventure
Stand-up paddle (SUP) board tours and lessons on Lake Rotorua and surrounding waterways.
Adventure Playground Rotorua -1 hour Guided Buggy Tour
Adventure, North
The full Spirit Mountain 4WD buggy tour is by far our most popular off-road 4WD buggy tour. Suited for families with older children or just a big group of ‘children at heart’ adults. During our tour, you will learn the local Māori history of Rotorua’s sacred Spirit Mountain, Mount Ngongotahā. Enjoy native NZ bush, bustling with flora and fauna.
Adventure Playground Rotorua - 1-hour 4x4 Self Drive
Adventure
Adventure Playground is the place to be when visiting Rotorua. Try our new 1-hour 4x4 self drive CanAm Experience, before perhaps some horse trekking, our cultural 4wd buggy tours or claybird shooting. The choice is yours!
Paddle Board Rotorua
Adventure
Paddle Board Rotorua is Rotorua's premium paddle boarding and kayak experience providers, well known for their paddle board and kayak glow worm tours.