Auckland Bioluminescence Kayak Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Bioluminescence is like Pandora of “Avatar” and scenes in “Life of Pi”
Escape with us to the most pure and otherworldly experience that natural New Zealand has to offer.
See the plankton glow in the dark from your first paddle stroke on the bioluminescent kayak tour. As the night grows dark, step into your very comfortable kayak and get ready for a personal encounter with this remarkable phenomenon.
Our professional guide will lead you to the best spots where the glowing algae accumulates. You will be enchanted by how every stroke of your paddles leaves behind a glowing swirl of bluish light, and fish light up their path like shooting stars in the water.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Life jacket, kayak, paddle
Toilets
What To Expect
Okura
Auckland Bioluminescence Kayak Tour. Experience Bioluminescent Night Cruising. Be one of the few to see this natural phenomenon known as ‘Sea Sparkle’ or ‘Marine Aurora’. This bioluminescence kayak tour in Auckland is an inspiring night paddle. Watch as your kayak leaves a glittering wake behind you of luminous plankton.
Options
Waiake Beach Tour Location
Meet at Waiake Beach
Starting point:
Waiake Beach, Tāmaki-makau-rau 0630, New Zealand
Okura River Tour Location
Meet: end of Okura River Road
Starting point:
1 Okura River Road, Okura, Auckland 0792, New Zealand
Reviews
24 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
This was a great...
Heidi S,
Apr 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a great experience for us coming from the northern hemisphere. Not only was seeing the bioluminescence amazing but we got to learn more about why it was available to see when we visited. And we also got a little stargazing lesson too which was exciting because we got to see the Milky Way and southern cross
A must !
Natsasi T,
Feb 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great experience !!!! we love it. !!!!!! A good activity for family and friends. The staff is very attentive too . We recommend.
Amazing experience
Masis G,
Feb 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00Friendly and knowledgeable guides makes everything more enjoyable 😀 An amazing experience to see bioluminescent in action!
Kayak
dawn w,
Jan 31, 2025
- Viator
5.0010/10 for tour as well as the bioluminescence! Perfect weather, stars and tour was great Chris and Company were very helpful
A must do while in NZ!
Hailey P,
Nov 12, 2024
- Viator
5.00An amazing experience with an equally amazing staff. A must do excursion if you visit New Zealand. A beautiful, natural, breathtaking opportunity to kayak under beautiful stars, all while seeing plankton’s incredible bioluminescence glow!
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