Glow Worm Kayak Tour

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From NZD 189

4.81
268 reviews

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

Come and explore the Rotorua Lakes on a truly unique and magical kayaking experience. This amazing evening adventure takes you along the lake shorelines in a guided scenic kayak tour as you discover small caverns home to a galaxy of glow worms. One of New Zealand's premium glow worm experiences this tour is designed to create a magical and special trip for every customer. Groups are limited in numbers to each of our personal and expert guides ensuring your adventure is the very best it can be. Our authentic, eco-friendly outdoor tours are led by grassroots leadership. We are an activity provider who strives daily to lead by example creating strong connections, positive contribution, and thoughtfulness to the environments we explore.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

What to bring:

For kayaking in summer (November - February) we recommend wearing light-weight clothing. Shorts/pants/leggings for your bottom half and at least two layers for your top half. Water friendly shoes are recommended, but are provided free of charge if needed.

For Kayaking outside of summer (March - October) please wear warm clothing (thermal if possible). Pants/leggings for your bottom half and a minimum of three layers for your top half (which are preferably thermal, fleece, or wool). Please also bring a warm hat and gloves. During our coolest months you will be provided a wetsuit to wear over your clothes. Water friendly shoes are recommended, but are provided free of charge if needed.

You are welcome to bring a towel and change of clothes for after your experience (it is not often someone gets wet enough to require these items)

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

All equipment provided, no experience required, perfect for all ages (5+ yrs)

Incredible Glow Worms experienced by kayak

A Sunset/Dusk/Night Adventure with Star Gazing (if clear skies)

Pick-up & drop-off transfers from Rotorua Information Centre included: 1167 Fenton Street, Rotorua

Experience our Taiao Adventures values, connection, contribution, thoughtfulness to the environment

Small group tours with exclusive lake access (1 guide per 8 kayakers)

Food and drinks

Options

Glow Worm Kayaking Tour

Glow Worm Kayaking Tour
Pickup included

Reviews

4.81

268 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Kayak under the stars and see the glow worm caves

    Carol T,

    Mar 24, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    If you travel solo, you will be paired with someone else as it’s all double kayaks. The crew are all wonderful and answered everyone’s questions about the glow worms, And the incredibly clear night sky, the evening we went. An Experience not to be missed.

  • Amazing

    Michelle W,

    Mar 20, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    We had the best time, first time kayaking for me, amazing experience. Definitely worth doing it again. Loved it, guides were awesome too

  • Neat experience

    Brian B,

    Mar 16, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Very nice experience. Unique experience to kayak across the lake in the dark and go into caves to see the glow worms. Staff was very friendly and informative

  • Kayak Glow Worm Cave Tour

    Stephen F,

    Mar 5, 2025

    - Viator

    1.00

    Trip cancelled d/t high winds on the lake. If you don’t have any leeway, don’t book the adventure. So we have no idea how the adventure went!?

  • This was the most...

    Shannon O,

    Mar 1, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    This was the most fabulous experience, tour guide was kind and informative. Such a gift to see so many glow worms, calm water as well