Seven of the best kept secrets for family fun in Ruapehu
Alpacas, dinosaurs, and giant carrots oh my. Sure, we’ve got iconic mountains, rivers, and lakes - a landscape of raw and ridiculously captivating beauty that puts our greater outdoors on centre stage. But it’s time to put the spotlight on the magical mix of family friendly activities you can do in Ruapehu. Pack up the kids, jump in the car and let the good times roll.
Taumarunui Nevalea Alpacas
lpacas ha e a way of melting your heart instantaneously. Especially with the likes of
iracle, onto, Omari, and the other 900 adorable alpacas at
e alea lpacas the largest alpaca farm in ew ealand.
ou can feed an alpaca, take selfies galore, and enjoy a treat at the retail shop. lpaca fleece is also 30 per cent warmer than wool so stock up on the most glorious range of jerseys and winter warmers made right on the farm.
Bradleys Garden
mischie ous mini putt golf course, high tea, and enchanting gardens, this hidden gem in aumarunui guarantees a great day out for the family. natural wonderland that boasts an talian garden, la ender lane, and hidden fairy houses to let imaginations run wild.
Ohakune
Ohakune Carrot Adventure Park ome face to face with larger
than life eggies and the giant Ohakune arrot at the best alpine ad enture park there is. ack a picnic, bring your bikes for a few rounds on the track or head for a bush walk. alking distance to town, the Ohakune arrot
d enture ark is also handy to cafes and restaurants for easy bree y fun. Mangawhero River Trail Enjoy our greater outdoors by bike or foot and e plore the beautiful angawhero Ri er rail. ell maintained
and lo ed by locals, this super accessible, km trail takes you to an iconic swing bridge, picnic spots and swimming holes to enjoy.
Raetihi
The Dinosaur House
rguably one of the best collections of dinosaur paraphernalia this side of urassic ark, the inosaur ouse is a must do for families. ig kids and little kids alike will enjoy the
ollywood memorabilia,
retro ideo games and awesome animatronics from a time when dinosaurs ruled the earth. Remember to pop outside in the garden to enjoy a few e tra surprises, roar
Makotuku River Walk
ucked away in Raetihi, this beautiful ri erside bush walk is the perfect spot for some serene in the green.
rom hidden fairy houses to swimming holes, this km loop walk is dog friendly too so e eryone in the family can join in on the fun.
National Park
YHA Indoor Rock Climbing ake fun to new heights at the
ndoor Rock limbing all metres high with different climbs that cater to newbies as well as more ad anced climbers. ll gear is pro ided with full instruction and safety briefing. Open daily from 9 am
pm means hours of acti e entertainment and plenty of laughter while watching mum or dad gi e it a go.
or more family fun go to www. isitruapehu.com