Ask any kid what makes a summer holiday and the answer usually involves water. The first cannonball of the trip. One more go on the waterslide. An icy pole (or ice block, ifyou're reading in New Zealand) eaten poolside with wet hair and pruney fingers.
This summer we're turning up the splash at Tasman Holiday Parks. Here are our holiday parks with waterslides, splash parks and heated pools, starting in Australia and then heading across the ditch.
Holiday Parks with Waterslides in Australia
North Star, Hastings Point NSW: Sammy's Waterpark Lagoon
Just over the Queensland border on the Tweed Coast, Tasman Holiday Parks North Star is a splash-lover's dream. Sammy's Waterpark Lagoon has a splash park and waterslides, plus a heated pool, a resort pool and hot tubs for the grown-ups. The beach is within walking distance, and Ripples bar and café makes the post-swim snack run easy.
South Mission Beach QLD: Waterslides Steps from the Sand
On the Cassowary Coast, BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks – South Mission Beach sits on the beachfront with rainforest behind. The resort pool and waterslides keep kids busy for hours, with a playground and games room for a change of pace and Dunk Island on the horizon.
Rollingstone QLD: Waterslides, Bush and Beach
About 45 minutes north of Townsville, Tasman Holiday Parks – Rollingstone is beachfront and bush-backed beside Palm Creek. The resort pool and waterslides are the main event, with a pump track, tennis court, café and a barramundi fishing lake for budding anglers.
Jervis Bay NSW: Waterslides and a Splash Park on the Water
At Tasman Holiday Parks – Jervis Bay in Woollamia, race down the waterslides, let the kids loose in the splash park and settle into holiday mode by the resort pool. The waterfront fun keeps going with a private boat ramp, floating pontoon and jetty on a crystal-clear waterway. And when the beach calls, the white sands of Hyams Beach are just 16 minutes’ drive away. This is summer with the splash turned up.
Nambucca Heads NSW: A Heated Pool Where Forest Meets Sand
Good luck getting the kids to dry off. At Tasman Holiday Parks – BIG4 Nambucca Heads on the Mid North Coast, waterslides and a pool kept at 26°C make a strong case for spending the day in your swimmers. Follow the direct beach access for some salty fun, or take an easy walk to the famous V-Wall. Back at the park, bounce away on the jumping pillow or settle into the cinema room if rain rolls in. Summer turned up, with plenty to keep the whole crew happy.
Easts Beach, Kiama NSW: Sunny's Aquaventure Park
That giant tipping bucket? Consider it the kids’ biggest event of the day. At BIG4 Easts Beach Holiday Park, Sunny’s Aquaventure Park brings the splash with two waterslides and a soaking worth waiting for. Switch between the heated pool, jumping pillow and beach, with the park set right on the sand. About 90 minutes south of Sydney, this is where “just five more minutes” becomes the soundtrack to summer.
Moama on the Murray NSW: Two Pools and a Splash Park
Tasman Holiday Parks – Moama on the Murray has the Billabong and Lagoon pools, a splash park, mini golf, a ninja course and indoor play. Oh, and the Port of Echuca, with its paddlesteamers, is only nine minutes away!
South Bright VIC: Waterslides in the High Country
Who says the mountains can't do splash? At Tasman Holiday Parks – South Bright, cool off in the resort pool, pick up speed on the slides and let the kids bounce away on the jump pad. With High Country adventures to fill your mornings and poolside afternoons worth clearing the schedule for, this is summer turned up, Bright style.
Holiday Parks with Pools in New Zealand
Waihi Beach, Bay of Plenty: A 25-Metre Heated Pool and Waterslides
Tasman Holiday Parks – Waihi Beach has a 25-metre heated pool kept at around 27°C, waterslides, hot tubs and a spa pool. Nine kilometres of sand on your doorstep, and there's an indoor playground and pedal carts for the in-between moments.
Pāpāmoa Beach, Bay of Plenty: A Resort Pool Complex Back from the Beach
The toughest decision of the day? Pool or beach first. At Tasman Holiday Parks – Pāpāmoa Beach, go from the heated resort-style pool to sandy toes with direct beach access. Book a three-bedroom poolside villa and keep the splash just steps from your door. While the kids make their case for another swim, grown-ups can plan a little downtime of their own with a sauna session or a soak in the spa precinct’s hot tubs.
Christchurch: A Heated Indoor Pool for Any Weather
The temprature outside won't stop the smiles in the pool. At Tasman Holiday Parks – Christchurch, the revamped heated indoor pool keeps the splash going whatever Canterbury’s weather has planned. With water around 28°C and doors open from 8am–9pm, there’s plenty of time for family swims. Then swap goggles for playtime at the nearby indoor playground. Even when the weather turns, summer stays turned up.
Win 1 of 5 Tasman Holiday Escapes
Pool days, sandy toes or adventures together? Tell us your ultimate Summer Turned Up holiday in 40 words or less on our official competition post on Facebook or Instagram, then like and share it, for your chance to win three nights for four at any Tasman Holiday Park in Australia or New Zealand, with return flights and car hire included.* Entries close 28 February 2027.
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