It’s that time of year again – when all the kids’ pent up energy from school is ready to be unleashed upon the household. It can be lots of fun to have all the family around, but also – we get it – sometimes we can run out of ideas when it comes to keeping everyone entertained. Thankfully, we’ve got a list of relatively inexpensive experiences you can enjoy right alongside the kids these holidays to create some great lasting memories. Get ready to be active and creative this summer with what we’ve got planned for you!
Aqua Park, Gosford
Whether you’re there for the single, double, party or all-day session, the Aqua park in Gosford Waterfront’s Brisbane Water is a hit for all ages, especially on a hot summer’s day. With it’s huge floating obstacle course watched over by trained lifeguards, you can have all the competitive and hilarious fun you want whilst keeping safe and soaking up the sun. Please keep in mind that you are asked to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your booking for a quick briefing beforehand.
The Australian Reptile Park, SomersbyÂ
The Australian Reptile Park never fails to fascinate onlookers with its active range of furry, feathered, scaled and scary Australian denizens. Even cooler, this holiday season from the 16th to the 24th of December, you can be a part of the park’s Santa Safari and watch Santa feed alligators, or take a photo with the jolly man himself. And you can get it all for 15% off with the Coasties Card. Sounds pretty good to us.
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Little People Nutrition – Dirt Fun, Tuggerah
Join Little People Nutrition‘s registered nutritionists, food scientists, music therapists and educators for a fun session in their Tuggerah-based garden experimenting with story, gardening and music. These sessions give little ones a great opportunity to interact with and learn more about nature and food, and are only $22.50 each for 2 siblings. Check out their booking options and times here.
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Holiday Activities for the Family this Summer
Kid-Friendly BeachesÂ
Norah Head Rockpool over near Cabbage Tree Harbour is our pick for one of the best Coastal swimming spots to visit with the kids. Despite not being patrolled, it’s sheltered location by the rocks combined with its colourful array of sealife on display during the low tides makes for a calm, enjoyable outing with the kids for sure.
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 Family-Friendly Bushwalks
For a beautiful and relatively easy bushwalk accessible to most ages and fitness levels, the Bouddi Coastal Walk is always a winner for families needing to walk some of that holiday energy off. On and off board walks, enjoy the sparkling, turquoise coastline as you trek 8.5km from Putty Beach to MacMasters, maybe having a dip in at Maitland Bay or a quick pit-stop along the many picnic areas throughout. Should roughly take around 4 hours.
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Central Coast Holiday Activities
Tuggerah Lakes Cycle Way
Starting at Picnic Point in The Entrance and stretching for 12km along at the stunning area of Tuggerah Lake, including Long Jetty, this cycleway is always popular among families. Mostly for its access to many picnic areas, bike courses, parks, shops and waterways along the way.
Virtual Reality in Erina and The Entrance
With only the best range of VR hardware and motion sensors, Central Coast Virtual Reality (CCVR) offers a range of VR experiences – including those set outdoors, seated or set in proportionately scaled rooms. Explore space and the earth, play games, or if you’re really brave, give the horror house experience a go. We dare you.
Family Yoga and Bush Play, Copacabana
Come together as a family at these interactive and immersive sessions held on Wednesdays or Fridays each fortnight from 9.15am – 11.15am. Join head facilitator and healer Amanda in her wild garden (along with her co-pilot Ana-Flavia) to connect with Mother Nature and enjoy yoga, free play and breathworks as a family.
Join a session here.
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Congratulation!