The Paddle Board Rotorua Glow Worm Tour is simply one of the best experiences to do in Rotorua in the evening.

Only a 15 minute drive from Rotorua central city this paddle board adventure allows you to see glow worms in Rotorua without needing to drive a long distance to Waitomo Caves. Arrive at our base on the shorelines of Lake Okareka as the sun is setting where you will meet your friendly and expert paddle board guide and the other adventures joining your tour.

Following the introductions you will gear-up and prepare for an epic night out with all necessary equipment provided. Your guide will then run through safety and detailed paddle board instruction before you take the helm on the water. Explore the shoreline and embrace the weather conditions of the evening as you follow your guide around the lake edge as night sets in. Once its dark, discover your adventurous side as your guide leads you inside incredible hidden caves home to galaxies of glow worms.

Take ample time to enjoy the magical moments inside the caves before returning along your course in the dark. If it is a clear night the magic continues as the stars come out and the cloudy appearance of the milky-way fills the sky. Upon returning to the base you will feel like you have been in another world for the past few hours and will likely have made some new friends through the wonder of this experience.

This tour is one of the most unique and magical ways to see New Zealand’s glow worms. Local to Rotorua this experience is a must do and is a great way to see glow worms while enjoying the many other amazing sites within the Rotorua Lakes District.