Top Queenstown Adventures for Kids

With an array of mind-blowing, adrenaline-pumping, and blood-surging adventures, it’s

easy to think that Queenstown in New Zealand isn’t a place for kids. The resort town,

however, has a lot to offer not just for the brave-hearted, but also for the little ones—

making it an ideal destination for a family vacation.

Snowshoeing, horseback riding, trampolining, and the famous Fear Factory – there are

several things kids and kids-at-heart will truly enjoy when visiting the adventurous resort

town of Queensland.

Snowshoeing

There really is no better way to enjoy

winter in Queensland than a

snowshoeing trip. Families that decide to

visit the resort down during winter—

between June 1 and August 31—will

have an opportunity to explore the ―back

country‖ in slim line snowshoes.

Snowshoes allow people to walk across

unbroken snow, providing several

opportunities for snow fun and activities. Visitors are advised to bring several layers of

clothes and to wear a warm hat, socks, gloves, and sturdy and comfortable footwear.

Horse Back Riding

The Cardona activity centre provides first class guided

tours to the beautiful Cardrona Valley in Wanaka. It

allows visitors to explore and experience the region on

a guided tour on either a quad bike or horseback.

Families who choose to explore the Cardona Valley on

horseback can choose from a wide selection of horses

with different ages and ―horsonalities,‖cateringto riders

with different experience levels. The centre provides a

one-on-one riding lesson before the trek starts, so kids and first timers will know how to

steer and stop.

Touring the Fear Factory

The Fear Factory is perfect for kids aged 12 and above because it offers a fun and

terrifying experience. Visitors are challenged to walk through the dark hallways,

following a long trail of red lights, and to get ready for spine-tingling surprises on every

corner. This frightening yet fun Queenstown attraction is perfect for larger groups of

tourists. The Fear Factory may be ―too scary‖ for little children, so parents are advised

to accompany kids below 12 years old.

Queensland offers fun and exciting adventures for people of all ages, the reason it is

―The Adventure Capital of the World.

Resources:

http://www.stlukesprivatevillas.co.nz/

http://www.fodors.com/news/5-ways-to-unwind-in-adventure-capital-queenstown-new-

zealand-7416.html

http://www.nytimes.com/2011/01/30/travel/30new-zealand.html?pagewanted=all&_r=0

http://www.queenstownnz.co.nz/information/product/?product=fear-factory-queenstown