The 5 Best New Zealand Escape Games

1.Private Group Puzzle-Solving Adventure Game: Temple

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · from $27Our pick

At Escape Mate in central Wellington, your private team of 2 to 6 becomes a group of secret agents sent into an ancient temple to stop the Death Gods. Expect tactile and high-tech puzzles, an Indiana Jones-style setting, light refreshments, photos, and help from staff such as Adam when needed.

“Our family tried our luck at the temple puzzle/escape room. Theme was great, plenty of puzzles to solve, and we all thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Adam was amazing and provided us with the help we needed to complete some of the tasks. Definitely the best escape room we have been to by far.”

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2.Zombie Bite Escape Room Experiences

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews

At Escapism in Whangaparāoa, you and up to five teammates have 60 minutes to find Scott and a vaccine before infection turns you into one of the undead. Expect story-led puzzles, a realistic zombie setting, a private game, and a briefing before you start. Guide David has been praised for clear help and friendly hosting.

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3.Mad Hatter’s Hat Escape Room Experiences

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews

At Escapism in Stanmore Bay, your private group of up to six is shrunk to pea-size and placed inside the Mad Hatter’s hat. Solve 10 puzzles in 60 minutes, with a changing set of challenges each time you play. An English-speaking guide briefs you before the game, and hints are available if your team gets stuck.

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4.Gnome’s Adventure Escape Room Experiences

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews

At Escapism in Whangaparāoa, your private group of up to six enters Gandrie the gnome’s house for a 60-minute puzzle mission. Follow his letter, find clues, and solve challenges before time runs out. The room suits families and mixed-age groups, with staff available to offer hints when needed.

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5.Private Group Puzzle-Solving Adventure Game: Atlantis

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · from $27

At Escape Mate on Victoria Street, your private group becomes a team of secret agents hunting Atlantis’s stolen Mighty Crystal. Expect a mission briefing, one hour of electronic puzzles and hands-on challenges, and a final race against the clock. Groups need at least four players, and the activity runs indoors, making it a useful Wellington option on wet days.

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