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Camping this summer?
We have new rules on freedom camping. Make sure you know before you go!
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Wānaka Birthday Parties
Make your child’s birthday unforgettable with our exciting party packages at Wānaka Recreation Centre! Whether your little one loves splashing in the pool, bouncing around in zorb balls, or tumbling on inflatables, we’ve got the perfect party to keep them active and entertained.
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Splash Party Package (Ages 8+ and able to swim 25m)
This package is perfect for water lovers!
Here's what you get:
- Inflatable hire - choose between:
- Mini slide (small)
- Tarzan or Wobble Run (large)
- Pool entry for up to 10 children (15% discount included)
- Free entry for the birthday child, caregivers, and spectators
- Extra free swim voucher for the birthday child
- 30 minutes in our Function room for cake, food, and presents
Duration: 1 hour pool time + 30 minutes in the function room
Pricing: $299 for the small inflatable party and $399 for the large inflatable party
Optional add-ons: Additional swimmers are $3.66 per child
Mega Zorb Madness (active kids and teens)
Bounce, roll and play in our epic zorb ball arena! So many exciting and fun games to be had with friends.
Here's what you get:
- Exclusive 1-hour indoor court hire
- 12 half-court zorb balls
- Sports gear & giant games (basketballs, giant Jenga, Connect-4, and more)
- 30 minutes in our function room for celebrations
- Free swim voucher for the birthday child
Duration: 1 hour court time + 30 minutes in the function room
Pricing: $380
Play & Tumble Party (active kids and teens)
Non-stop fun with inflatables and games!
Here's what you get:
- Exclusive 1-hour indoor court hire
- 12 half-court indoor inflatable
- Sports gear & giant games (basketballs, giant Jenga, Connect-4, and more)
- 30 minutes in our function room for celebrations
- Free swim voucher for the birthday child
Duration: 1 hour court time + 30 minutes in the function room
Pricing: $250
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Max. 20 children per party (caregivers free).
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Supervision: 1 adult per 10 children required.
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Payment due on arrival. Cancellations within 1 week incur full charge.
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Clean-up: Facilities must be left tidy (cleaning supplies provided).
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Food & drinks welcome (no alcohol or glassware).
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Max. 10 swimmers (spectators free).
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Strict supervision policy (children under 8 must be actively supervised).
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Under 5s: Must be within arm’s reach of a caregiver (16+).
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Under 8s: Must be actively supervised by a caregiver (16+).
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