Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour
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3 giờ 15 phút
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Mount Maunganui and Tauranga are the central areas for this kayak tour - it uses double kayaks on the calm sheltered waters of Lake McLaren. The tour operates in the evening due to the visibility of the glow worms..
As the evening unfolds, begin your journey with a short scenic drive through rolling countryside, you’ll arrive at the breath taking Lake McLaren. Here, you’ll be welcomed with “Te Reka O Te Whenua- the Taste of the Land” a curated tasting session featuring flavours unique to Aotearoa. Savour the flavours of New Zealand Cheeses, sweet RewaRewa honey, and other artisanal delights, perfectly paired with locally brewed kombucha. In the cooler months, sip on warm, spiced 0% mulled wine to keep you warm.
Thông tin khác
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required to commence a tour
Chính sách hủy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cần Quan Tâm
Waimarino Adventure Park
this meeting point is also Waimarino Adventure Park Tauranga's longest established tourism attraction where families enjoy the days activities
McLaren Falls Park
Enjoy light refreshments on the Edge of Lake McLaren prior to departing in double kayaks into the sunset. Here you will discover the birdlife settling for the evening and the gentle splashes of fish (trout) breaking the surface for the final evenings meal. You then paddle to the head of the lake and transition from daylight to darkness through dusk. this is when the stars start coming into view and the glow worms begin to pop from the native bush on the cliffs.
Bao gồm
Light refreshments
Kayak and equipment
Professional guide
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Tùy chọn
2023/24
Đánh giá
332 đánh giá
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A little nerve wracking kayaking in the dark but very beautiful and worth the money.
Laci Z,30 thg 4, 2026
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5.00The experience was very fun and the tour guide was helpful and friendly.
Absolutely brilliant
Tickleish,10 thg 4, 2026
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5.00We was meant to do the Rotorua tour but due to bad weather we moved it to the Tauranga big Kanu, and we’re all so glad we did. Bella & Uchie were the greatest guides, informative, funny and great to chat to. The trip was so relaxing and fun, the scenery was stunning and the glow worms amazing. Thank you both for a truly wonderful experience and evening
Beautifully tour
katharinabU5607RX,9 thg 4, 2026
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5.00This tour is just lovely and a perfect combination of workout, relaxing, nature and food. Alex our guide did such a great job, entertained us with knowledge and beautiful stories. The food was so delicious and we had a great time in the hot pools. Paddelling home under the nights sky was really special.
Afternoon Spa and Glow Worms
Elizabeth S,5 thg 4, 2026
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5.00We had a fantastic tour. Longer paddling than expected but worth it. Paddled to the hot spas and spent time soaking while dinner was grilled. After we paddled to the caves and the glow worms were very cool to see. We then paddled back to shore in the dark. Our guide was friendly and a wealth of information. Highly recommend tour.
Really fun experience!...
Angela M,1 thg 4, 2026
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5.00Really fun experience! Going by kayak to see glowworms was fabulous. We did Waitomo caves the day prior and this tour did not disappoint or feel duplicative, I’m glad we went. I’m not an experienced kayaker and the guide was very patient and helped me with my form to make it easier for me, now I’m an expert kayaker ☺️.
A magical experience.
Michelle C,22 thg 3, 2026
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5.00Ben did a great job as tour guide for this activity and narrating the trip. It was a lovely adventure. We enjoyed delicious gourmet snacks before setting out in our kayaks with all the gear we could possibly need. We paddled out at sunset, then Ben pulled us into a narrower area where the glowworms were located. We learned about the science of the glowworms and a beautiful Maori legend. It was magical seeing the "stars" in the trees/cliffs around us while listening to gentle waterfalls. I have been to glowworm cave experiences and this is better. It was really special. My 11 year old loved it too.
Fun, informative and beautiful
C4410JQcynthiab,18 thg 3, 2026
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5.00So fun! Great guides Jack & Ewen. Learned lots.
Relaxed kayaking advent.
Escape38892736748,17 thg 3, 2026
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5.00Well organised, friendly, carefree and professional.
Special, glorious and entertaining!
D9072BUemmas,16 thg 3, 2026
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5.00I had the most amazing and memorable experience last night with the glowworm kayak tour, it’s seriously one I will never forget! We were blessed with Eoghan as our guide for the evening and he was the perfect mix of wisdom, dad jokes and incredible story telling. He has a one of a kind personality and golden-retriever like energy, and was a great personal chef, so perfect for the job! (I so wish I could’ve fit him in my suitcase back to Aus with me.😍) Anywhoo, we kayaked to the hot pools on lake Rotoiti and soaked in the glorious springs while dinner was cooking on the barbecue. Amazing service and very tasty! There was absolutely no sense of rushing or lack of time, it was peaceful and entertaining and really customer focused. The highlight for me was definitely seeing the sunset over the lake which was perfectly timed thanks to Eoghan, the glowworm cave stories and the kayak back with the view of stars in the nights sky! It was 10/10 in my humble opinion, definitely recommend for everyone to experience!!
Super fun experience
Karen W,27 thg 2, 2026
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5.00This was super fun and adventurous. The guides take good care of you with all the equipment you’ll need even if it rains. Glow worms were cool. So worth it.
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