Join NZ Kayaker for an extraordinary journey to New Zealand’s premiere glowworm location!
You’ll start your trip at the beautiful Lake McLaren just after dark, making your way to the secret location as night falls.
A visual wonderland, these spectacular creatures will have you in a trance as they sparkle and shimmer above you.
Marvel at a world of incomparable beauty and unforgettable sights as you cruise this fascinating location.
The Glow Worm Experience is an amazing trip for people of any age or ability level and has fantastic results in any weather conditions.
Suitable for all experience levels - your friendly guide will give you a run down on kayak operation before you head off on your adventure.
A unique and awe-inspiring experience that will be remembered for a lifetime!
Price
Per Person: $79
Family: $280 (2 adults + 2 kids)
*Children under 10 years must be accompanied by an adult.
Departure & Duration: McLarens Falls Bridge. Allow 2.5 - 3 hours
Important - Please Note:
Additional Information:
After purchasing this trip you will be contacted by us to discuss final details. You will be emailed an information sheet which details where we meet, what to bring, and what time.
Customers will need to provide their own transport and meet their guide at Lake McLaren - a 15 minute drive from Tauranga.
Due to the variation in sunset times throughout the year, the trip start time varies. The times for each month are:
It was the best birthday gift for my husband. We had this experience for the first time. Our guide was very helpful. I was 35 weeks pregnant. He made sure, I had the safest Kayak and gears. He gave us so much of information on the glow worms. He rowed with my 10-year-old son and my son enjoyed a lot. We received an email explaining every step to be done and he was readily available on phone to solve our queries. Overall an awesome experience.
We had seen glow worms before but we hadn't kayaked at night previously so this was a huge thrill. No experience necessary but it will help if you know how to paddle.
awesome trip and awesome tourist guide! really nice experience:)
we joined on 2nd April.It was wonderful and exciting. The crew took good care of us even though we had difficulty in moving forward. Recommended for family.
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Jesse from United States wrote on 15 May 2018
Fantastic Experience -- Highly recommend
Kayaking to see the glowworms ended up being one of my favorite experiences during out time in New Zealand. It was such a fun and unique was of seeing the glowworms. I loved the small group size. it felt more personal and intimate than the large tourism glowworm caves. When we went, we were the only ones on the water. Our guide was fantastic and really helped to make sure we had a great time.