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Tauranga: Big Kanu Evening Glow Worm Tour
Enjoy New Zealand fine wine and cheese while enjoying a magical sunset before kayaking to an enchanting glow worm canyon at Twilight in Tauranga.
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What to expect
Join this evening glow worm kayak tour from Tauranga to enjoy a magical sunset and twilight kayaking tour to an enchanting glow worm canyon lit up by the luminescence of the glowing creatures. This three-hour tour begins with delicious New Zealand fine wine and cheese as the sun sets over the rolling hills of Lake McLaren Falls Park.
At dusk, you'll be led by expert guides on a gentle kayak to a glow worm canyon as day turns to night. Lit up by the glow of the worms, this peaceful kayaking tour will give you a close look at the fascinating creatures in a darkened cave. Learn interesting facts about glow worms and their life cycle as you paddle through the caves. This three-hour evening glow worm kayak tour involves 1.5 hours of paddle time and no experience is necessary.
Experience the magic of Tauranga's glow worm canyons. Book this tour online here.
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Experience the beautiful scenery, birdlife and awesome glowworms from your seat in the Big Kanu
Paddle on your kayak into the night and discover the magic of the enchanting glow worm canyon
Hear a fascinating & informative brief about the life cycle and peculiarities of the New Zealand glow worms
This tour departs once a day before sunset to admire the luminescent glow in full darkness
Launch the Big Kanu from the lakes edge and paddle together through the calm waters towards the head of the lake
View glow worms in the high-sided canyon at the top of the lake
What's included
Evening Kanu tour
Glow Worm viewing
Wildlife spotting
One cultural guide and one safety guide
All safety equipment
Kanu equipment
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No need to worry if you haven’t kayaked before, as a full briefing will give you confidence, and the equipment is all up to a high standard.
Visit date
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Time
Departure time is between 4pm and 8pm. Departure times vary depending on the season
Duration
Please allow for 2 hours for the total tour duration
1.5 hours paddle
Departure Location
McLaren Falls Park Information Centre, 140 McLaren Falls Road, Omanawa, 3171, New Zealand
Transport from local accommodation can be organised at an additional cost ($25pp) direct with the operator after booking. Once you have received your voucher from us, please call the tour operator to arrange your pick up if you wish (Tour operator details will be printed on your voucher)