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Waimarino Adventure Park

525 Reviews

#4 of 52 things to do in Tauranga

Water & Amusement Parks, Water Parks

Open Now: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

36 Taniwha Place | Bethlehem, Tauranga 3176, New Zealand

Open today: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

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4.5 525 reviews

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“glow worms”(175 reviews)

“kayak tour”(45 reviews)

“mulled wine”(19 reviews)

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Waimarino Adventure Park is situated on the banks of the Wairoa River just 10 minutes from Tauranga city. This tranquil paradise is based around the sport of kayaking and over the past 35 years, Waimarino has become Tauranga’s premier kayaking...more

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Hours Today: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

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Suggested duration: More than 3 hours

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36 Taniwha Place | Bethlehem, Tauranga 3176, New Zealand

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+64 7-576 4233

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fallenangel2016

Tauranga, New Zealand

Reviewed today via mobile

Great staff wonderful experience

It was a beautiful night and the staff were knowledgeable, friendly and fun. The kayak trip and glow worms were exactly as advertised an amazing experience. Not to be missed.

Thank fallenangel2016

Hi there, Thanks for your wonderful review. Its so great to hear that you enjoyed the tour :)

Lucy B

Melbourne, Australia

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Kayak Glow Worms + Pools

We had an amazing tour with our friendly guide Alastair. The glow worms were very cool and the hot pools on the lake were amazing, secluded and definitely a highlight of our trip to New Zealand. While the kayak journey was quite long, the scenery...More

Thank Lucy B

Hi Lucy, Thanks for your review. I will pass on your regards to Alistair. Its always great to hear such lovely feedback for our guides. We are glad you enjoyed the hot pool, they really are a treat! Lorna

Mil_the_globetrotter

New Zealand

5410

Reviewed 1 week ago

Hot pools and glowworms

The weather was terrible and my partner had a cold. At first, we wanted to cancel the trip, but since we didn't get a refund, my partner decided to do it anyway. It was absolutely worth it!!! After a moderately long paddle over the lake,...More

Thank Mil_the_globetrotter

Hi there, Thanks so much for the awesome review. We are stoked to hear that you enjoyed the tour given you were feeling unwell. The hot pools are amazing and i'm sure they helped cure the cold!

ElenaH631

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

First time kayak-ing, and it was awesome.

Had a bit of trepidation when I first booked this trip. SO and I had never kayak-ed before. In fact both of us could not even swim. But our guides made us feel very safe all the way, explaining how to paddle and steer, and...More

Thank ElenaH631

Hi Elena, thanks for your review. It sounds like you had an awesome trip - we are so glad you stepped out of your comfort zone and enjoyed it!

ketina G

Brisbane, Australia

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

One of the best experiences I have ever had.

Our glow worm kayaking tour was the most amazing experience. Our guide Royce was informative,helpful and made our tour a delight. We were served a choice of wines fruits and cheese platters on arrial to our destination before our kayaking. The kayaking (for a first...More

Thank ketina G

Hi Ketina G, Thanks for your review, I will pass on your regards to Royce - we are happy to hear you enjoyed his commentary! Its always a treat when there is a full moon, it definitely makes it more majestic out there.

SimonM2799

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Amazing glow worm kayaking

Great guides (Rose, Ian and Saracen) who escorted us along the river and into the glow worm canyon. Stunning scenery on the river at dusk. Saracen requested poems so this is for him: Twinkle twinkle little butt, How I love the way you strut, Chilling...More

Thank SimonM2799

Hi Simon, Thanks so much for your feedback, i will pass it onto our team, they love hearing it :) Your poem is awesome - I will tell Saracen and he might even add it into his commentary!

fbrooks16

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Great glow worm experience!

The evening glow worm tour was amazing! Our guides were very nice and informative, and seeing the glow worms from the kayaks was a unique experience. The worms and the lake were so beautiful! Definitely would recommend.

Thank fbrooks16

Hi there, Thanks for your review. So good to hear you enjoyed the Glow Worm Tour, we agree that Glow Worms are so unique - its great that you got to experience them close up with us :)

Roman W

Zürich

4124

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

impressive and interesting night glowworm tour

good sized group, stable twin kayaks, well guided tour, interesting details, a bit crowdy as other visitors are coming from campground at lake McLaren

Thank Roman W

Hi Roman W, thanks for your review! I'm glad you enjoyed your trip out with us at Lake McLaren, hopefully the campers didn't affect your tour. Its a very popular spot thats for sure! :)

Maria G

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Family Fun!!

I encourage to pack a bbq and prepare to spend the whole day with your children as they run back and forwards to the adventures at Waimarino, definitely a yearly activity for us.

Thank Maria G

Hi Maria G, thanks for your review. It's definitely a place for the whole family. So great to hear you enjoyed your day with us, see you next time!

Warren R

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

"A truly remarkable and enjoyable experience - Glow worms No 1"

An amazing and really enjoyable experience, staff were amazing and helpful, nothing was too much. The paddle on the lake at night was easy and relaxing with the highlight being the glow worms. Just do it!!!

Thank Warren R

Hi Warren R - what awesome review. Its great to hear that you enjoyed your tour!

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