Guided Canoeing Tour on Lake McLaren

Highlights

• Experience paddling in a Big Kanu (canoe)
• Explore Lake McLaren in Tauranga
• Visit a glittering glowworm canyon
• Suitable for all ages & experience levels

Description

Discover something new on an evening Big Kanu Glowworm Tour in Tauranga. At twilight, paddle across the lake onboard a Big Kanu - a canoe - where you will see beautiful scenery and glittering glowworms. This tour is suitable for all ages and experience levels.

The Big Kanu Glowworm Tour begins with launching your canoe from the edge of Lake McLaren, a short drive from central Tauranga. Your Waimarino Kayak Tours guide will lead the way as you paddle across the smooth waters of the lake. This is a fantastic alternative to a Tauranga kayaking tour if you are interested in trying something different or prefer to paddle in a group. 

At the start of the tour, you will have the chance to see plenty of wildlife that calls Lake McLaren home, including native birds. Then, as night falls, you will visit a secret canyon lit up by thousands of enchanting glowworms. Follow your Waimarino Kayak Tours guide through the Mangapapa Canyon and learn all about the lifecycle of these magical creatures. This is a surreal experience and a must-do while visiting Tauranga.

Trip Includes

• 1.5 hour Big Kanu tour on Lake McLaren
• Visit a secret glowworm canyon
• Knowledgeable tour guides
• Big kanu & safety equipment

Duration

• Allow 2 hours

Departures

• Departs between 4pm - 8pm depending on time of sunset
• Meet at the information centre at Lake McLaren Falls Park, Tauranga
• Operates daily all year

Other Information

• Child (5-15yrs) & infant (under 5yrs) rates apply
• Suitable for fitness levels 1/5
• Premium rate applies at peak season (26th December to 28th February)
• Wear comfortable clothing (no jeans) & casual footwear
• Transfers available from Tauranga & Mt Maunganui accommodation (additional cost), please advise at time of booking
• Tour operates in almost all weathers 
• Minimum numbers required for tour to go ahead

Normal Retail Prices

• Adult: NZD$140.00
• Child (5-15yrs): NZD$80.00
• Infant (0-4yrs): NZD$20.00
• Optional extras:
  • transfers ex Tauranga (per person) NZD$40.00

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