Christmas gift ideas

The festive season is well and truly upon us so it’s time to start thinking about all the Christmas gifts you are going to need to buy for the special people in your life. It can be hard thinking of original, fun and special Christmas presents which is why we’ve taken away the stress of having to shop for all your loved ones with our curated range of gifts. Whether you’re after Christmas gifts for mum, dad, kids, partners, friends and more, we’ve got something for everybody. If you’re looking for Christmas gift ideas that are outside the box and will be an experience they’ve never tried before, you’ve come to the right place.

There is no better feeling in the world than watching your loved ones open their Christmas presents and seeing the look of surprise and delight on their faces as they genuinely love their gift. We’re all about this moment at RedBalloon which is why we’ve curated Christmas gifts New Zealand-wide so you can take your gift-giving to a whole new level with one of our experiences. With Christmas 2023 fast approaching, don’t be stuck for Christmas gift ideas. Instead, turn to RedBalloon to discover thoughtful and unique presents for every type of personality and recipient. We’ve taken the stress out of Christmas shopping thanks to our online range of experiences.

What are some of the best Christmas gift ideas 2023?

Nail your gift-giving this year with an experience from RedBalloon. Discover our amazing range of Christmas present ideas that will blow everyone away:

• Flying experiences: send them sky-high with a hot air balloon ride, a skydive, a helicopter flight and more. This is the perfect present for someone who considers themselves an adrenaline junkie or better yet, wants to conquer their fear of heights.
• Cruises: send them on a dining or scenic cruise that combines breathtaking views and delicious food. This is one of the best Xmas gifts for someone who loves spending time outside or enjoys spending their summer days by the water.
• Driving experiences: let them feel the need for speed in a V8 race car, rally car, on a motorbike and more. Gift them the ultimate adrenaline rush that will have them bragging about the experience to all their friends.
• Massages: indulge them with a facial, day spa, beauty treatment or blissful hot pools experience. This is the perfect experience for someone who is need of relaxing and unwinding with some R&R.
• Outdoor activities: send them on an action-packed adventure or nature tour, perfect for those who can’t sit still. From ziplining and bridge climbing, to guided hikes and horse riding, you’ll bring out their inner-explorer this Christmas.

What are the best last-minute Christmas gifts?

It can be hard finding time to go shopping for all your Christmas presents, especially if you have plenty of people to buy for and you’ve left it to the last minute. At RedBalloon, we take the stress out of coming up with Christmas gift ideas and instead all you have to do is choose the experience online and the present is ready. No need to spend hours looking around the shops, standing in queues or getting stuck with postal delays. The best part about our last minute Christmas gifts is that they are ready instantly thanks to our evouchers. You can even buy them on Christmas Day!

Some of the most popular last-minute Christmas gift ideas on RedBalloon include:

• Winery tour with lunch
• Hobbiton Movie Set Guided Tour
• Scenic sailing cruise
• Tandem skydive
• Hot pools indulgence package

You’ll find last-minute ideas that are the perfect Christmas gifts for couples, family, friends and more. If you’re still stuck for ideas and running out of time, why not give a RedBalloon gift voucher and let them choose from hundreds of experiences around New Zealand. They will appreciate having the gift of choice and will be spoilt with all the options available.

Christmas gifts for him

Struggling to come up with amazing ideas for your dad, husband, brother, friend or more? Our range of Christmas gifts for men offers a variety of experiences perfect for every personality type. From jet boating and bungy jumping, to cruises and motorbike rides, discover our curated range of experiences every guy will love.

Christmas gifts for her

Make your Christmas gifts for her more memorable with a RedBalloon experience. Explore our range of experiences perfect for your mum, sister, wife and all the other women in your life. Whether she has always dreamed of enjoying a scenic kayak or indulging her taste buds with a winery tour, you’ll find the best experience to gift her this Christmas on RedBalloon.

Christmas gifts for kids

Are you looking for Christmas gifts for kids that will get them outdoors or experiencing something new? Rather than just giving them another toy, why not send them on an experience like ziplining, jet boating and more. With a RedBalloon experience, you’ll have them raving about their Christmas gift to their friends at school.

If you're looking for more inspiration discover our range of Christmas gifts for couples, parents and gift ideas under $100. You are bound to find the perfect experience to gift anyone this Christmas.