How to Visit Rainbow's End in Auckland, New Zealand
Plan your visit., Understand that whilst Ranbow's End is New Zealand's premier theme park, it's also NZ's only theme park and nothing like internationally recognised parks such Disney World., Check the park's website or local media to find out about...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Plan your visit.
Like many theme parks, Rainbow's End is busy during the school holidays.
Christmas Day is the one day the park is closed but you can expect it to be busy throughout the summer months.
Located at 2 Clist Crescent, Manukau, Auckland, some of the park's attractions are weather dependent so if you want to visit in July or August, remember some rides may not be running due to snow, rain or high winds.
The park is open from 10:00am to 5:00pm daily. -
Step 2: Understand that whilst Ranbow's End is New Zealand's premier theme park
The rides and are within the park as a whole or in Kidz Kingdom. , Events occur frequently, if not regularly.
Matariki is recognised, sometimes with celebratory family tickets. , You'll enjoy your day more if you don't feel like you've missed out.
If you're keen to go on rides that don't have lots of seats, like the karts and the log flume, get to those early in the day and work your way toward the rides with more capacity such as Invader or Stratosfear. , Publicised as the park's scariest ride it is 30 metres high at the highest point, has a 360 degree swing angle and will get the blood rushing to your head as you spin upside down with your fellow 29 riders. , This ride is a combination of a roundabout, and roller coaster! You'll spin around whilst travelling along a 80 metre track at up to 70 km/h (43.5 mph). , At 18 stories to the top, you will have plenty of time to think about how there’s only one way down! You may of seen this ride on the popular comedy show Jono and Ben.
They often attempt to interview celebrities, with varying success, on this ride. , 18 metres high with three types of rotation, this will put you in a spin.
Pick your partner carefully as you'll be sitting side by side, isolated from the other 22 riders. , Try the Corkscrew Roller coaster.
At a maximum of 45 kilometres per hour you'll drop, loop and go thorough not one but two corkscrews]] , At Rainbow's End these are:
Log Flume Gold Rush Roller Coaster Ride Pirate Ship Dodgems Scorpion Cars (Go karts) ,, There's Comfy Land and Tiny Tots for those who like to just play not ride and check out the Dixie Chickens Show if you just want to relax and watch something for a while. , Factor in transport costs, eating at the park, purchasing souvenirs and accommodation if you don't live nearby or need to travel home more than a few hours. , Check the website for family and group deals.
Often, you can save money not paying for tickets at the gate and you will save buying online. , Remember branded food, packets of chips for example, are not permitted, unless they are for park guests with special dietary requirements.
Make your own sandwiches, pies, sausage rolls etc or take your favourite brands out of the original packaging. , -
Step 3: it's also NZ's only theme park and nothing like internationally recognised parks such Disney World.
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Step 4: Check the park's website or local media to find out about special events.
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Step 5: Decide which attractions you most want to visit.
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Step 6: Ride Stratosfear.
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Step 7: Take a turn on Invader.
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Step 8: Try Fearfall.
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Step 9: Ride Power Surge.
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Step 10: Roll and coast!
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Step 11: Try out the exciting and slightly less extreme rides.
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Step 12: Drive the Bumper Boats or Family Karts
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Step 13: see a show in the Motion Master or see if you can get lucky at the Future-tainment Arcade or Crazy Sideshows.
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Step 14: Remember If you've got under the age of eight to entertain
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Step 15: they'll likely love the Space Shuttles
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Step 16: Carwash Convoy
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Step 17: Carousel and other 'kiddie' rides and attractions.
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Step 18: Determine your budget.
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Step 19: Look for advanced deals.
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Step 20: Take your own food and drinks if you wish.
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Step 21: Keep in mind the park offers birthday party packages
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Step 22: conferences and meeting options
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Step 23: team building packages as well as both night and day packages.
Detailed Guide
Like many theme parks, Rainbow's End is busy during the school holidays.
Christmas Day is the one day the park is closed but you can expect it to be busy throughout the summer months.
Located at 2 Clist Crescent, Manukau, Auckland, some of the park's attractions are weather dependent so if you want to visit in July or August, remember some rides may not be running due to snow, rain or high winds.
The park is open from 10:00am to 5:00pm daily.
The rides and are within the park as a whole or in Kidz Kingdom. , Events occur frequently, if not regularly.
Matariki is recognised, sometimes with celebratory family tickets. , You'll enjoy your day more if you don't feel like you've missed out.
If you're keen to go on rides that don't have lots of seats, like the karts and the log flume, get to those early in the day and work your way toward the rides with more capacity such as Invader or Stratosfear. , Publicised as the park's scariest ride it is 30 metres high at the highest point, has a 360 degree swing angle and will get the blood rushing to your head as you spin upside down with your fellow 29 riders. , This ride is a combination of a roundabout, and roller coaster! You'll spin around whilst travelling along a 80 metre track at up to 70 km/h (43.5 mph). , At 18 stories to the top, you will have plenty of time to think about how there’s only one way down! You may of seen this ride on the popular comedy show Jono and Ben.
They often attempt to interview celebrities, with varying success, on this ride. , 18 metres high with three types of rotation, this will put you in a spin.
Pick your partner carefully as you'll be sitting side by side, isolated from the other 22 riders. , Try the Corkscrew Roller coaster.
At a maximum of 45 kilometres per hour you'll drop, loop and go thorough not one but two corkscrews]] , At Rainbow's End these are:
Log Flume Gold Rush Roller Coaster Ride Pirate Ship Dodgems Scorpion Cars (Go karts) ,, There's Comfy Land and Tiny Tots for those who like to just play not ride and check out the Dixie Chickens Show if you just want to relax and watch something for a while. , Factor in transport costs, eating at the park, purchasing souvenirs and accommodation if you don't live nearby or need to travel home more than a few hours. , Check the website for family and group deals.
Often, you can save money not paying for tickets at the gate and you will save buying online. , Remember branded food, packets of chips for example, are not permitted, unless they are for park guests with special dietary requirements.
Make your own sandwiches, pies, sausage rolls etc or take your favourite brands out of the original packaging. ,
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