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Kayak into the night to experience the natural wonder of glowworms as they light up in the dark!
Highlights
- Be mesmerised as thousands of glow worms light up in the dark!
- Expertly guided kayak tour through an ancient canyon
- Enjoy paddling along the tranquil waters of Lake Karapiro and the Pokaiwhenua Stream
- No experience necessary
Join Riverside Adventures Waikato for a magical evening kayaking the calm waters of Lake Karapiro and the Pokaiwhenua Stream.
Starting our paddle from the southern edge of Lake Karapiro, your guide will fill you in on the interesting history of the Horahora village as the sun begins to set.
We will make our way slowly up the Pokaiwhenua Stream and through a canyon hundreds of years old whilst enjoying stunning views of native trees and ferns.
Once darkness falls - the magic begins - as thousands of glowworms come to life, sparkling on either side of you like constellations in the night sky.
Also, check out our Daytime Canyon Kayak Tour
All prices are shown inNZD ($)
- Per person$149.00
- Per person$89.40 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per person$115.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per person$89.40 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per person$89.40 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per person$89.40 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per person$89.40 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per person$149.00
- Per person$115.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per person$115.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per person$115.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per person$115.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per person$115.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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cathyn2 fromNew Zealand wrote on 27 October 2025
A night to remember
A fantastic experience that was enjoyed by adults and an eight year old. Steve's knowledge and excellent kayak tutoring was appreciated, and the scenery and glow worms are incredible. How lucky are we to have this beautiful setting right here in the Waikato!
hazel zhang fromChina wrote on 08 August 2025
good
good unique
Alex fromNew Zealand wrote on 18 July 2025
Lots of fun
Lots of fun, it will test your communication skills if you're in a 2 person kayak
Paul Hurley fromNew Zealand wrote on 23 June 2025
Glow Worm Kayak trip
Awesome evening to do this glow worm kayak trip on the Karapiro. Jess, our instructor for the trip was very informative & a pleasure to do this trip. Well worth the experience!!
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Ziggy fromUnited Kingdom wrote on 30 October 2025
Fab evening tour
Can highly recommend this tour. Was a bit apprehensive as I did this tour on my own but joined two other couples and our guide for an evening tour and really loved it. Had to paddle my own kayak rather than being in a double (which I preferred). Great to learn the history of the lake and then, if I’m honest this is the coolest way of seeing glow worms that I’ve ever seen. So magical and a good work out on the arms too! Totally worth doing especially at this fab discounted price! Thanks to the team for a great evening.