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Ask any local parent where their kids love to spend time, and you’ll hear about mornings at the lake, afternoons on Mount Iron, or summer weekends in the mountains.
Our backyard has a way of making family time feel different. The mountains frame every view, the lake sets the pace, and there’s always space for everyone to find their own adventure.
The warmer months in Wānaka are perfect for slowing down and connecting your family with the land.
These adventures blend curiosity with conservation, helping little ones explore our stunning rohe while learning how to care for it. From treasure maps to island hikes, farm visits to planting days, there’s so much to discover together.
Planning a family trip to Wānaka? Finding the right place to stay makes all the difference when you’ve got little adventurers in tow.
Whether you’re after a lakefront holiday park, a spacious apartment, or a luxury stay with heated pools and mountain views, Wānaka has family accommodation that works for every budget and holiday style.
From lakeside strolls perfect for pushchairs to native bush adventures where kids can spot pīwakawaka/fantails, we’ve got tracks for every age and energy level. Here are some local favourites to get you started.
From feeding the farm animals at the Lavender Farm, biking at Bike Glendhu, getting out on the lake, or heading to the movies, there’s plenty to keep the little ones entertained this summer.
