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12 Best Rotorua Glowworm Tours

The after-dark nature bookings: glowworm banks by kayak or forest trail and the National Kiwi Hatchery’s behind-the-scenes look at the rarest chicks in the country. Both run on red light and whispers.

1.Nocturnal adventure Glow-worm tour

Experience Rotorua’s enchanting glowworms on a guided night walk through native bush, spotting wildlife and enjoying starry skies for just $73.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Fascinating tour. Stephen is a very knowledgeable and interesting guide. Do check the comms direct from Real Rotorua for your pick up info as due to sunset times it might not be what Viator says. The tour will leave you spell bound. It’s jaw dropping!”

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2.Rotorua: The National Kiwi Hatchery Kiwi Encounter Tour

Discover New Zealand's iconic Kiwi birds up close at Rotorua's top hatchery with expert guides, hatching insights, and supporting conservation efforts for just $38.

★ 4.7

“Hatchery is separate from the large farm it’s on which another attraction. Large minibus takes you to hatchery buildings which are other side of farm and you pass pigs, alpaca, sheep etc. Guide was very clear, informative and knew her subject well! Two adult Brown…”

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3.Twilight Glowworm Kayak Tour Lake Karapiro

Experience the magic of glowworms on Lake Karapiro with a 3.5-hour guided kayak tour. Perfect for outdoor lovers and curious families alike.

★ 5.0

“Very professional as everything was well organised and instructions were well explained so we understood everything at all times and crew were constantly checking we were ok. The tour was interesting and informative and the glow worm viewing was spectacular.”

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4.Rotorua: Glow Worm Kayak Tour

Experience Rotorua’s magic on a 3-hour glow worm kayak tour with star gazing, caves, and stunning lakes. Perfect for adventure seekers and nature lovers.

★ 4.9

“amazing from start to finish, excellent conditions for it. all gear provided. guide was brilliant as I was very nervous as I am claustrophobic!!”

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5.Glow Worm Kayak Tour

Experience Rotorua’s magic on a 3-hour kayak tour into glow worm caves, combining stunning nature, starry skies, and expert guides for an authentic adventure.

★ 5.0

“I was very much looking forward to this experience, the guides were brilliant, provided a lot of knowledge, and were very kind. Once in a lifetime experience to go and see these creatures in their natural habitat. And with a super clear sky the stars…”

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6.Rotorua: Nocturnal Glow-Worm Adventure Tour with a Guide

Experience a magical night walk through Rotorua’s native forest, illuminated by thousands of glow worms, guided by expert naturalists for an authentic adventure.

★ 5.0

“This tour was amazing. Our guide, Stephen was engaging and knowledgeable. We not only got to see glow worms up close, but also learned details of their life cycle. He also took some stunning night photos of each guest. And hot chocolate after the tour…”

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7.Rotorua: Authentic Kiwi Farm Experience at the Agrodome

Discover authentic Kiwi farm life in Rotorua with a 2.5-hour Agrodome experience featuring farm shows, adorable animals, and farm-fresh tastings.

★ 4.8

“well organised, very interesting learnt a lot about farming in NZ. Staff were very informative and professional. Place was very clean and had lits of different facilities.”

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8.National Kiwi Hatchery – Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour

Discover New Zealand’s kiwi conservation success with this Rotorua guided tour. See hatchlings, nocturnal kiwis, and learn about wildlife care in an authentic, family-friendly experience.

★ 5.0

“Visiting the National Kiwi Hatchery was an absolutely unforgettable experience and one of the highlights of our trip. We were incredibly lucky to see a one-day-old kiwi chick, which was truly special and something we’ll never forget. The staff Read more”

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9.Lake Rotoiti Evening Kayak Tour including Hot Springs, Glowworm Caves and BBQ Dinner

Experience a magical evening on Lake Rotoiti with kayaking, glowworm caves, hot springs, and a BBQ dinner. An authentic, family-friendly adventure.

★ 5.0

“Our tour was changed to morning due to not enough people. We had a great time kayaking across the lake beautiful weather. Spent an hours soaking in the hot springs, so relaxing. Our guide Justin was so helpful and gave a great commentary on our…”

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10.Rotorua: Evening Starlight Gourmet Kayak Tour Glowworms

Experience Rotorua’s magic with a twilight kayak tour featuring glowworms, hot pools, and a delicious BBQ—perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers.

★ 5.0

“What a great experience. 10k kayaking trip. We kayaked to the hot pools where you can relax in different degrees of warm water and also enjoyed going down a water slide into the lake. The tour guides cooked a great meal. The glow worms were…”

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11.Kahukiwi Experiences Luxury 4WD 3hour Guided Maori Tour

Discover Maori culture with Kahukiwi’s luxury 4WD guided tour in Rotorua. Enjoy stunning lakes, authentic stories, and personalized service in just 3 hours.

★ 4.0

“This is a long over due review. Honestly I could write a novel on how amazing this particular tour was… I booked a trip to New Zealand for the first time to celebrate my birthday and getting hired at my new job. I invited everyone…”

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12.Rotorua to Auckland Afternoon Transfer with Waitomo Glow Worms

Experience a seamless transfer from Rotorua to Auckland with a visit to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, including a guided boat tour and hotel drop-off.

★ 4.5

“I would have given this a 5 star except for the fact that the pick up and drop off were not ideal. The pick up was a van that took us to a van which was a bit inconvenient but not terrible. However the drop…”

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