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Evening Glow Worm Kayak Tour in Tauranga
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Evening Glow Worm Kayak Tour in Tauranga
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Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
- 24 hours prior100% refund
- Within 24 hoursNo refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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What you can expect during your visit
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Safety precautions are provided by the tour operator and are not checked by Viator for accuracy
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(888) 651-9785
3 hours 15 minutes (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English and 2 more
Good for avoiding crowds
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Overview
Experience the magic of New Zealand’s North Island on this evening glow-worm kayak tour in Tauranga. Begin your tour with refreshments including wine from the award-winning Mills Reef Winery and delicious New Zealand cheeses on the banks of Lake McLaren. As day turns to night, hop into your kayak and paddle with your guide to the glow-worm canyon at the head of Lake McLaren. Marvel at the millions of bright green glow-worms clinging to the towering cliff sides, and gain insight into the life cycle of these fascinating creatures.
- Close encounter with wildlife
- Snacks and Beverages included
- Tour is wheelchair accessible
- Informative, friendly and professional guide
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What's Included
Kayak and equipment
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Light refreshments
Professional guide
An additional cost per person does apply to Hotel pickup/drop off.
Departure & Return
This operator has two meet-up options available. You can either meet at the departure point below or select a location for pick-up.
36 Taniwha Place , 36 Taniwha Place, Bethlehem, Tauranga 3176, New Zealand
Meet at Waimarino Adventure Park, and check in for your tour at reception. There is plenty of free parking on site.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required to commence a tour
- Not wheelchair accessible
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- OPERATED BY Waimarino Glow Worm Kayaking
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Evening Glow Worm Kayak Tour in Tauranga?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
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What is the social distancing policy during Evening Glow Worm Kayak Tour in Tauranga?
A:The policy on social distancing is:
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Evening Glow Worm Kayak Tour in Tauranga?
A:The policy on staff health & safety is:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
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- "Starting this experience with wine, cheese and nibbles on the riverbank is a great start to the night." See review
- "Having snacks and wine on the shore before hitting the water was a great "ice breaker" and set the tone for a relaxed yet exhilarating experience." See review
- "I have had lots of adventure experiences,, this one was top 5 .. i highly recommend this tour.. and others offered from this company." See review
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Shine little glow worm, glimmer, glimmer!
Charles_L
, Feb 2020
Everyone in Tauranga who I mentioned this tour to highly recommended it, and they were not wrong! The staff were so much fun and highly knowledgeable. They clearly love what they do. Having snacks and wine on the shore before hitting the water was a great "ice breaker" and set the tone for a relaxed yet exhilarating experience. Kayaking en masse onto pitch black still waters and entering the glow worm canyon was other worldly. The staff reciting their amateur glow worm "poetry" was an amusing bonus. Definitely a must-do in Tauranga if you're looking for a unique, memorable experience.
Great Experience
thethompsons19
, Feb 2020
Starting this experience with wine, cheese and nibbles on the riverbank is a great start to the night.
The guides were helpful and fun.
They fitted us up with our kayaking gear and kayaks and off we went.
What a great experience kayaking at night.
It was calm, quiet and peaceful.
Then into the gorge to see the glow worms. There were so many!!
Great trip and would recommend to everyone as a must do in Tauranga.
Average experience with glow worms
etritcak
, Feb 2020
Overall was less than expected. Sara was outstanding in tough situation/ a motorcycle accident ( his fault) and police situation which canceled trip all in one night. We rescheduled for next night with Luke (long blonde hair from Hamilton). He was a little flip & casual. I didn’t care for his comments. Could be more professional in comments. He was polite and helpful but you could tell he really didn’t care. It would be helpful to have more lighting on kayaks so we could follow better. The wine & cheese was a nice touch. I would have enjoyed Sara more.
Fabulous
karita
, Feb 2020
Worms?
cbryantx
, Feb 2020
The tour guides were the best. Very knowledgeable and that made the trip. Was a bit let down cuz there weren’t actuality any caves and the title of the tour isn’t accurate but they did glow.
Magical experience
Mehak_J
, Dec 2019
The beautiful misty lake had a stunning arrangement of wine and cheese tasting for us after which our amazing guides amile and johno helped us through the mindblowing kayak tour with magical glowworms and their reasons for formation. Definitely a must do when you’re in Tauranga.
Unique and Fun Tour
Go240254
, Dec 2019
Unique and fun tour, really a must do, all the guides were great, especially Jason, wine and cheese was an unexpected surprise, only about 30 minutes of easy paddaling, anyone could do this tour.
BEST ACTIVITY EVER!
Dorine_f
, Nov 2019
I accidentally booked on a holiday but the owner came personally to honor the booking and I had a solo experience.We had wine and cheese prior and went on a beautiful paddle at sunset and saw amazing glow worms while kayaking in the dark. Amazing.!!. I have had lots of adventure experiences,, this one was top 5 .. i highly recommend this tour.. and others offered from this company.
Fantastic evening!
Rosie_A
, Oct 2019
Very friendly guides, full of knowledge about the glow worms. Felt very safe kayaking in the dark with them. Wine and cheese made a great addition! Recommended!
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