Glow Worm Kayak Tour

4.8(406)3 hFree cancellationBy Taiao Adventures

About this activity

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.

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)

Not included

✕Food and drinks

Good to know

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 - A minimum supervision ratio of one (1) adult to one (1) child under the age of 16 is required at all times.
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.

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