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Kayak into the night to experience the natural wonder of glowworms as they light up in the dark!
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$89.40
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- Per person$149.00
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- 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$149.00
- Per person$149.00
- Per person$115.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Authenticated Reviews
Real highlights, tips, and the helpful advice straight from Bookme customers who’ve actually done this experience, summarised with AI support
- emergency顧客們喜歡在螢火蟲中划皮划艇的神奇體驗，形容這次經歷超現實且令人讚嘆（35人這樣說）。
- emergency許多人讚揚知識淵博且友好的導遊，他們提供了關於該地區和螢火蟲的引人入勝的故事和見解（30人這樣說）。
- emergency在黃昏時划船的寧靜氛圍和令人驚嘆的風景經常被強調為主要亮點（28人這樣說）。
- emergency參與者欣賞這次旅行的組織性，包括提供小吃和熱飲（22人這樣說）。
- emergency該體驗適合所有技能水平，許多人指出即使是初學者也感到舒適和安全（18人這樣說）。
- emergency小組規模使體驗更加親密和特別，增強了整體享受（15人這樣說）。
- star_shine帶上相機拍攝驚艷的照片.
穿暖和點，因為晚上可能會很冷.
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From Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour - Waikato
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad you discovered the tour and enjoyed the kayaking and magical glow worms. It’s great to hear our guide’s knowledge and passion made the experience even more special. Hope to see you again someday!
cengyuel from China wrote on 24 October 2025
非常棒的体验！
会先逆流而上，划到小河上游，像在热带丛林中划皮划艇，两边都是鸟鸣，体验很特别。到达上游后，队长会提供一次能量补充（热饮+小饼干），并为大家讲解介绍这种“萤火虫”。最后就是非常轻松的顺流而下阶段，能看到两旁丛林中的光点，密密麻麻，就像藏在叶片下的星空，特别神奇……即使是第一次划皮划艇也完全能走完全程，冲！
From Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour - Waikato
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the peaceful paddle and the magical glow worms.
tpppppp from China wrote on 27 February 2024
Wonderful trip with countless glowworm!!
不是最大众的waitomo glowworm体验，没有进山洞，但是依然足够惊艳，河道两侧的山体上真的超多萤火虫，可惜没办法拍出来只能自己欣赏了！活动全程不到4小时，大约划船的时间在2-2.5小时，体力要求不高。晚上会挺冷的，教练也会提示需要的话他们会提供额外的防水外套和裤子。防水鞋子也不需要自备。 本kayak爱好者这次真的划爽了！ 中间给了小零食有点太甜了哈哈。
From Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour - Waikato
Thanks for coming along. Glad you enjoyed your tour.
Natalie from Switzerland wrote on 13 March 2026
Amazing experience 😍
Absolutely beautiful kayak tour with an amazing view of the glow worms in the canyon. One of my favorite activities so far in New Zealand!
jaeyoungl3 from South Korea wrote on 12 March 2026
Refund Recommendation for Kayaking Activity
Subject: Refund Recommendation for Kayaking Activity We were advised by the activity coordinator that, due to safety concerns, it would be best to proceed with a refund for the kayaking activity. The coordinator will also be contacting you directly regarding the refund. However, we are sending this email as well to reconfirm and ensure the refund process is arranged smoothly. Please let us know if you need any further information from our side. Thank you for your understanding. Kind regards, [JAEYOUNG LEE] Email: [email protected]
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qianyu luo from China wrote on 16 December 2025
小众游乐也能有好的体验
应该是新西兰北岛最小众的游乐项目之一了，在小红书上只找到了一篇帖子，很幸运我刷到了那篇帖子，于是决定前来报名。这是一次非常棒的体验！不仅体验了皮划艇的乐趣，还亲眼近距离观看了萤火虫。在夜幕降临后，依靠在皮划艇上顺流而下欣赏美丽的萤火虫，如同置身于梦中，让人舍不得离开。另外我们的领队也非常博闻强识且有趣（很抱歉我忘记了你的名字教授！），是一位真正的研究员，一边做研究一边做户外运动的领队。能感觉到他真心热爱这个活动，所以我们在他的带领下也获得了非常好的游玩体验。