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Waimarino Adventure Park

516 Reviews

#4 of 51 things to do in Tauranga

Water & Amusement Parks, Water Parks

Closed 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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4.5 516 reviews

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“glow worms”(152 reviews)

“mulled wine”(18 reviews)

“kayak tour”(36 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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36 Taniwha Place | Bethlehem, Tauranga 3176, New Zealand

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+64 7-576 4233

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Warren R

Reviewed 3 days 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

natasharobinson2

Brighton, United Kingdom

Reviewed 1 week ago

Fantastic Kayaking Glow Worm trip!

Just back from a really fun evening on the Glow Worm Kayak trip. A really magical way to see glow worms. Royce and Jack were fun, informative and created a very relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy this natural spectacle. And oh, what a spectacle!...More

Thank natasharobinson2

Thanks for your amazing review Natasharobinson2! I will pass on your comments to Royce and Jack, its always great to hear such good feedback! :) Lorna

Colleen T

Grande Prairie, Canada

122

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Mystical & Unique Glow Worm Kayak Tour

We had the most wonderful adventure. Started off meeting with our excellent guide Blair (?) at Waimarino Adventure Park. Off we drove and about 30 minutes later found ourselves at McLaren Lake meeting our second guide Jack, having wine & cheese and getting our orientation....More

Thank Colleen T

Hi Colleen T! Thanks so much for your awesome review, it’s good to hear that you enjoyed your tour! It is pretty magical out on the water! Thanks, Holly

Scenic00563790139

Reviewed 1 week ago

epic waimarino experience

All the activities were amazingly fun. The tarzan swing, ufo and kayaks were the best. I couldn't of had a better time anywhere else in new zealand. It was an action packed afternoon.

Thank Scenic00563790139

Hi There! Thank you for your kind review! It’s lovely to hear that you enjoyed your day at the park! I think that the UFO and kayaks are pretty good fun too! Thanks, Holly

sophiepd20

Mount Maunganui, New Zealand

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Perfect, picturesque paddling.

Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Blair went out of his way to make our day memorable, from taking us to the supermarket for supplies to encouraging us to take our time and enjoy the relaxing scenery. Great day. Thanks from Robyn,John, Vicki and Phil...More

Thank sophiepd20

Hi sophiepd20, thanks for your awesome review! Its great to hear you and your family enjoyed your tour. We hope you enjoyed the rest of your holiday! Lorna

377matty

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Waimarino Glow Worm Tour

What a awsome event!!! Thank you so much for a brilliant Glow Worm Tour! We were picked up at the adventure park and then drove to Lake Mc Laren, where they had NZ cheese board, fresh summer fruits and awesome red & white wine with...More

1 Thank 377matty

Hi there, Thanks so much for your awesome review, we are so glad your group enjoyed their tour. The sunset is pretty amazing out there ay! Thanks, Lorna

rosaleenz

Auckland Central, New Zealand

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Waimarino Adventure Park

Well used park Lovely young staff Could do with clean up and garden maintenance Fun on the river Has had lovely grounds but now need an overhaulMore

Thank rosaleenz

Hi there, Thanks for your review. We are sorry to hear your thoughts on our park, I will pass this onto our Park Operation team and let them know - The summer season is approaching fast and our maintenance team and working hard to get...More

Barry F

Reviewed 13 October 2018 via mobile

A day of adventure

I've been here with my son probably 7 or 8 times. He's now 10. It is a great place to spend a day. Bring your own lunch, drinks, towel, togs and sunscreen lotion. Better in warmer weather. Lots of kayaks, stand up paddle boards and...More

1 Thank Barry F

Hi there, Thanks for taking the time to review our Adventure Park. Its great to her you and your son are such loyal customers of ours, we hope to see you again in the summer. Thanks, Lorna

Emma W

Reviewed 9 October 2018 via mobile

Glow worm and hot water pools tour an awesome family adventure!

Can’t thank the team at Waimarino kayak tours enough - we are a family of 5 and booked with less than 24hrs notice and had the good fortune to have Royce lead us on a private tour. Royce was brilliant with the kids, knowledgeable about...More

1 Thank Emma W

Hi there, Thanks so much for your awesome review. I will pass this onto Royce, it's always great to hear such amazing feedback about our guides, they really do love their jobs! Lorna

Dave L

Brisbane, Australia

Reviewed 7 October 2018

Awesome Experience

Paddling at night with the glow worms was fantastic. The gorge with the lights off and all the glow worms was gorgeous. The kayaking itself is beginner-friendly - no prior experience required. It was pretty cold on the shore with a bit of wind about,...More

1 Thank Dave L

Hey there, Thanks for your review. It's great to hear you enjoyed your trip. We agree it does get a bit chilly but once you start paddling you soon warm up :) Lorna

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