Top North Island Fun & Games

While in Rotorua, take a wild and wacky ride in an inflatable ZORB ball. Enjoy the thrill of rolling downhill inside an inflatable ball with water to make things more slippery and fun. After instructions from the knowledgeable team, experience the world’s longest zig-zag Sidewinder Track and the smooth-and-fast double Straight Track.

We are located in central Taupo. Get your team together and put your detective hats on to see if you can solve the clues and puzzles to escape in 60 minutes or less...... The Marvelous Circus LAST CLUE CHANGE: December 2023 DIFFICULTY LEVELS: Standard 4/5, Advanced 4/5 You are the new performing act at The Marvelous Circus, before you settle in there has been an unnerving discovery. The fortune teller's crystal ball has vanished overnight, and they think someone has taken it to sabotage her act. We need the crystal ball to perform the Circus Show tonight, you only have 60 minutes before the first act in, hurry, you're our only hope to recover it before the curtain rises.

Perfect for those who love an adrenaline rush, hop in a kart and race around New Zealand’s newest and longest karting track at 193 Amoore Road, Mamaku. Set yourself up in a French-made 390cc kart that can reach speeds of nearly 100km per hour and then take off, navigating straights, corners, and hairpins. Race your friends, family, colleagues, or just go against the clock for a personal best.

There are many ways to learn how to axe-throw, but most lessons don’t come with the chance to test your skills against a group of opponents. On this small-group axe-throwing experience, discover different techniques from a team of experts before challenging your friends to a friendly competition to see who’s the best at flinging steel.

To us, It’s about an experience. It’s about the welcome on arrival and departure, it’s about the unexpected joys, the feel good music, finding the fairy doors, walking under an 80 year old kiwifruit vine tunnel, patting a friendly giant rabbit while you putt around it, a sudden explosion of bubbles flying overhead, the world class native garden, the light shows, tranquil and serene in parts, and swarm techno lights in others, it’s a journey of experiences. It’s about standing on large volcanic rocks and admiring the 2,000 year old Rata stump from which water cascades into the pond as smoke billows out from within. This is why it is not unusual to have repeat visits of up & over 3 times while visiting, each experience is different and people leave feeling good!

Step into the world of Sherlock Holmes and solve a mysterious case during the Sherlock Holmes City Game - a self-guided adventure full of puzzles, plot twists, and hidden clues. This City Game is all about story-driven gameplay and immersive mystery solving, it pulls you into a captivating story that you solve together, making it a unique way to connect, play, and create memories with your group. Perfect for friends, families, colleagues or solo players who enjoy a challenge and love detective games. Whether you play solo or in teams, it's a flexible and fun experience that turns the city into your crime-solving playground. After booking, check your email for clear instructions, download the Loquiz app, and dive straight into your detective mission.

We are located in central Hamilton. Get your team together and put your detective hats on to see if you can solve the clues and puzzles to escape in 60 minutes or less...... DIFFICULTY LEVEL: 4/5 FAMILY FRIENDLINESS: 3/5 The Story: You're a struggling journalist, desperate for a story. One night, you see some strange lights in the sky, followed by an explosion! Immediately, you start your investigations, but every lead is a dead end. Finally, you find it. A secure government site in the middle of nowhere. You watch the area and learn that all the staff leave the site for one hour every day. You have one hour to break in and find out what is going on.

Gather a group of friends and prepare for two hours of exciting, challenging fun in Wellington. This private immersive activity focuses around the old mystery of the lost city of Atlantis. Via puzzles and riddles, gadgets and technology, and good old-fashioned teamwork, your aim is to solve the mystery and escape before time runs out.

Get your team together and put your detective hats on to see if you can solve the clues and puzzles to escape in 60 minutes or less... The Cabin in the Woods Last Clue Change: Feb 2025 Difficulty Levels: Standard 4/5, Advanced 5/5 Storyline: Elm Forest is a place of whispered legends, where people vanish and ghostly figures roam. As paranormal investigators, you venture into its depths, drawn by reports of distant screams and eerie lights. The cabin holds a dark secret - witchcraft, sacrifices, and a deadly curse. You've entered now you must escape....You have 60 minutes before the curse sets in, escape or be one of the many that have been claimed forever. Suitability: *EPILEPSY WARNING* There are bright lights that flash in this room. THIS ROOM HAS OCCULT RELIGIOUS-THEMED CONTENT. R13-themed room. This room is dark, and those with poor eyesight may find it difficult.

Confinement Taupō has four exciting, fully themed escape rooms. Each room has a unique theme, storyline and clues that will keep you wondering what lies ahead as you work your way through each space solving clues.

Get a true adrenaline rush with this Rotorua karting and monster 4x4 experience. Based at New Zealand’s newest and longest kart sport circuit, take the wheel of a go-kart and race around the track, reaching speeds of nearly 100km per hour. Next, jump in a monster 4x4 as your professional driver takes you on an exhilarating journey through native forest.

Gather your friends and family for this 90-minute indoor activity. During this challenging game, everyone will have to work together to complete the mission, which involves the ancient temple of a long-lost civilization. You and your team have been recruited as special agents to investigate the ruins and stop the Death Gods before they destroy the world.

Most escape rooms instill a sense of peril and adventure, but not many make you fear for your very survival. Put your wits to the test on this immersive private zombie-themed escape room adventure, where you’ll need to work as a team to survive while completing your mission. This escape room is a real challenge, so you’ll need to keep your head if you hope to solve the necessary puzzles, lest you lose it to the ravenous zombie horde.

Combine a touch of fairytale magic with a cryptic puzzle-solving adventure on this private escape room experience. After being locked inside a gnome’s house, you’ll have an hour to find clues and decode a mysterious letter, uncovering hidden secrets and encountering some quirky twists as you try to secure your escape.

Welcome to the only replayable escape room in New Zealand—a true delight for families of all ages. At Escapism, we’ve crafted an immersive experience that blends mystery, adventure, and brain-teasing fun. From Easy to Expert: Our puzzles cater to everyone. Kids can dive into straightforward tasks, while seasoned players will relish the more intricate conundrums. Whether you’re a curious child or a puzzle-solving pro, there’s something here to captivate your mind. Crafted with Care: Each of our rooms is meticulously designed, infused with creativity, and built with love. We believe that every detail matters.

Start point: Aotea Square - open the Questo app and start the quest. You can play any day, at any hour. Briefing in-app: your case file, suspects & how gameplay works (2–3 mins). Chapters: 10–14 bite-size missions Gameplay: decode ciphers, match details on buildings, choose story paths. Pacing: typical playtime ~90–120 minutes with optional cafe breaks. Finish: return towards Aotea Square; get your team score & debrief screen. Difficulty: Beginner to intermediate. Walking: ~2–3 km on city pavements. Who it’s for: Couples, friends, families with older kids, team bonding.

Professional photo shoot in unique Auckland locations. The Photo Experience will create amazing photo memories from your visit. You will be able to see undiscovered locations and get the best photo story from your Auckland visit. We can tailor each photo shoot to meet your requirements; we can travel to your location or we can suggest a location for the photo shoot. Our Photoshoots are ideal for any Tourists - Solo Traveler - Couples - Groups - Hen/Bachelorette & Stag/Bachelor Parties - Families - Secret proposal/Engagement - Honeymoon - Experienced Influencers and Models - New Influencers and Models What's Included: A Private online viewing gallery - 1 hour = 20 Final photos* - 2 hours = 30 Final photos* - 3 hours = 40 Final photos* - 4 hours = 50 Final photos* * same set of images - A unique location professional shoot experience - DELIVERY - Up to 14 days after photoshoot. What's Excluded: - Transportation - Entry fees

Every room that Escapism builds is built for a purpose - to showcase an interesting theme or offer unique gameplay. In Steal The Crown, you are faced with a very difficult room to complete. It's built with greater complexity but includes an extra team member available to assist you in understanding what you need to do. Just like in any good crime movie, as you begin your heist you’ll talk to your man on the outside. He has resources you don't, and he can see things you can't - so Sam is vital to completing this room in time. This is a 90-minute (1.5 hour) escape room.

Mystery Picnic, Matakana is a self-guided food and adventure experience with a difference. Each destination has been thoughtfully selected to showcase the unique food, places and attractions of the region. Not only do you find out more about your travelling companion but also what the area has to offer. Solving clues and puzzles along the way and ending at a beautiful picnic spot.

Enjoy an adrenaline rush from this 4-wheel drive adventure and kart racing experience in Rotorua. First drive a Suzuki 4WD through native New Zealand forest, with a guide at your side to help you navigate. Then enjoy racing around New Zealand’s longest karting track in a kart that can reach speeds close to 100km per hour.

Unwind with a premium 18-hole golf experience at one of Auckland's leading golf courses (subject to availability). Surrounded by beautiful natural scenery and peaceful landscapes, this experience is perfect for experienced golfers and casual players looking to enjoy a relaxing day on the greens. Tee off across beautifully maintained fairways, rolling greens, and thoughtfully designed holes that showcase the character of the course. Golf club hire is included, allowing you to travel light and enjoy a seamless experience without bringing your own equipment. Pause midway through your round to enjoy a delicious lunch before returning to complete the remaining holes. Ideal for individuals, couples, friends, corporate guests, and small groups, this premium golf experience combines quality facilities, spectacular surroundings, and outstanding convenience for a memorable day just outside Auckland. Return transfers are included, ensuring a comfortable experience from start to finish.