Water park in Auckland

“We'd been dreaming of lava tunnels for years, so were so happy to get this under our belts. In fact, Rangitoto island could have easily kept us busy for two days, rather than the one we spent here. We didn't even have time to walk across to Motutapu island. Look, it is an old volcano, and you can see the bit that the lava came bursting out of just a few hundred years ago on google maps. Visit the summit, it's an ancient treasure; full of trees now but previously a fiery mouth, spewing molten rock at a temperature of 1500 C. I think it's amazing that this was going on while Salisbury Cathedral was being erected on the other side of the world. It is all well-signed, but from the wharf, take the summit track and then a brief diversion three-quarters of the way up. Bit of a scramble in and through, but it's well worth it; a mobile phone torch is all you need. Remember to look at the walls and appreciate the fact that just a few hundred years ago, searing basalt flows were gurgling through this very tunnel....... In geological time, that ain't very long ago... As an aside, study some geology; it is amazing. Especially if you are a bit religious and think the planet was only created 6,000 years ago and looks like it does now because of a big flood and that Emperor penguins swam all the way across the equator to the Levant to get on a big wooden boat. You definitely need a bit of education if you believe that.”

“Nice little beach, not many people around, plenty of parking”

“Just love this bush walk. The longest track is 2h45m- Gibbons. Much of the bush is the same but I'd say it's well worth the walk. The caves track is not too far. Perhaps in 20 mints ,it can be completed. The end of this walk is met by 4 caves, the last of which is huge.”

“This was a location suggestion, I took the photos ages ago with my family, I'm not too sure where it is, but I do know that it was a real cool place. I also remember a prison near the place.”

“Love love love this little gem of a place on herald island, there is only one way in and one way out so it's not possible to get lost, enjoyed the walk and our dog just loves it there there's playground access for the kids as well as free bbq area so is a lovely place for a afternoon picnic”

“We celebrated our son’s third birthday here yesterday and it was the perfect venue for it. Helpful and attentive staff, wonderful food, and an open and inviting atmosphere for the children to play. A very family friendly place. Thank you Whoa! Studios ✨”

“Lots of fun things for children to play on. Good quality play equipment”

“We to after quite a number of years. Good memories. Loved it will go again”

“Really impressed by the recent planting stormwater management and board walk construction. The new bridge is really nicely designed. It's a shame they haven't completed an upgrade of the loop track which would create a longer walk but the track on the west side is in poor condition and not recommended. You can join it up with the middle section of the Hobson Bay walkway to create a longer walk.”

“Nice little park, My toddler loved the giant slide, only issue is the broken glass bottles in the play ground, dangerous for the little ones.”

“So many birds! We visited for a few hours after lunchtime and photographed many birds that were new to me. Favorites included the NZ plover, pied cormorant, and variable oystercatcher.”

“Another lovely place to do a stroll on the Waitakeres. Good family fun for about 1.25hrs return. The stroll back up though is on a gradual incline. Be patient especially with the kids. They may complain lol. Bring lots of water and energy boosters.”

“Good place to walk the dog, swings for the kids and skateboarding facilities. Very nice and relaxing”

“For the price it's not bad, especially if you haven't been to a theme park before. The lines for the rides were surprisingly not a long wait. We went on a Saturday and spent the whole day there. So I recommend to come early and try all the rides.”

“Good! Get fresh air and excellent skyline city views.”

“Herne Bay Beach is a lovely little beach in Auckland. On 14/10/2023, we went to Herne Bay Beach for a relaxing walk. Unfortunately, the weather was not so good and we didn’t enjoy much there. We will definitely go there again on a sunny day at Easter and recommend you to go there if you live in Herne Bay or happen to drive past there.”

“Oakley Creek Waterfall in New Zealand is a hidden gem that offers a breathtaking escape into nature. The picturesque waterfall cascades gracefully down a rocky cliff, surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant flora, creating a serene atmosphere perfect for relaxation and reflection. The well-maintained walking trails leading to the waterfall make it accessible for visitors of all ages, and the sound of the rushing water adds to the tranquility of the experience. Whether you're an avid hiker or simply looking for a peaceful spot to enjoy the beauty of New Zealand's landscapes, Oakley Creek Waterfall is a must-visit destination that leaves a lasting impression.”

“We've been here with our 3 kids a couple of times now and we've had a great time! The kids loved it! There is a lot of variety in the activities and the food is awesome. Highly recommend.”

“Lovely, simple place to spend a night or two! It's travelers but also permanent residents here. We had a light flight and had to drive with our camper van from Auckland and wouldn't make it before closing. We called them up and were told it wasn't a problem we would be a bit later, WICKED! We arrived and were warmly greeted by one of the owners, Maxine, who friendly enough gave us a few shower tokens for free. Her husband Roy would come by later to give us our change and stayed to help out with some Q's we might have about our transportation. Turned out he built the things for over 50 years! We had a good chat and then had a pleasant slumber. To be awoken the next morning by chirping birds, lovely! Was our first evening in NZ, was a lovely start to our holiday being greeted and treated so kindly, thank you guys! ”

“We visited Crystal Mountain during the week ( school term ) it is a great place with lots to offer and very unusual and interesting things to see. It boasts A Crystal Museum and store, Huge indoor play area, two cafes, carousel rides and a roller coaster, interesting animals, large dinosaur statues and more... Lots of free parking on-site . Ideal for all ages and for kids birthday parties. You get to Interact with most animals and feed them (the animal food is sold at the main entrance Cafe) The indoor play area includes 3 rides ( Carousel, teacup and train), a jumping castle plus a Massive activity area and a separate play area for toddlers Outside activities includes a train ride, roller coaster and tractor ride. The two cafes have a variety of food on their menu and is child friendly, one cafe is situated at the main entrance and the other at the indoor play area. The staff are super super kind ,friendly , interactive and helpful. We noticed a few of the staff cover alot of responsibility of the park and even with all that responsibility they still made our visit so much more fun. A huge thanks to the amazing team namely the young lady that does the train ride and sees to the animals, the young gentleman that operates the indoor rides and oversees the indoor play area and the helpful lady at the cafe who took the time to explain all that we needed to know so that we made the most of our time there. The Crystal Museum store sell so many beautiful and unusual items. Cons: The Main cafe food is substandard but cheap, we didnt try the food at the play area Cafe. When we bought our tickets on Grab One we ensured we bought the full access tickets there was no mention that during the school term week the Rollercoaster and tractor rides do not operate, we only found this out at the cafe counter when we handed our tickets in. I will definitely be going back.”

“During heavy downpours multiple defences are used to treat water coming from Highway SH1. Contaminated stormwater fills the planted area first, then any surplus water spills through to the filter chamber and rocks. Here a special filling soaks up contaminants including hydrocarbons and heavy metals. Cleansed water from treatment areas pit drains slowly to Puhinui Stream water system below.”

“Came back to West wave gym after fifteen years away doing other sports, fortunately for me I met a personal trainer by the name of Noah there who was able to give me some solid direction and guidance. Noah’s vast knowledge and his passion for all things health and fitness has been an integral part of my strength, cardio and mobility development. Very Grateful to all the staff at West wave but most of all my friend Noah! Simon Lane”

“A very small 15 mnts walk to the view point from the motorway way or area you parked your car. I liked the bush around it especially the narrow thin road. Waterfall is not an worth visiting but the scenery around it makes the experience memorable.”

“Great Spot , Definitely a destination:) slides are fun and the pools are a perfect temperature, Pays to come at opening time as it can fill up pretty quick on weekends, We celebrated my daughter's 10th birthday and its handy to shops and Helensville for all your needs , And thanks Domino's Pizza for feeding us all! Great fun day all round, Thanks Parakai Springs we'll definitely be back!”

“Great spot for kids and walkers”

“Great relaxing walk here and friendly neighbourhood”