Kayaking Rotorua 5 options
Lake Karapiro Glowworm Kayak Tour RotoruaPaddle Lake Karapiro at twilight and glide through Pokaiwhenua Stream canyon. Watch glowworms light the cliffs. Includes kayak, wetsuit, 3-hour adventure from South Waikato.Every day · 17:30, 18:00 and 18:30 · From age 8★ 4.93 (530)3h 30mEN✓ Free cancellationfromNZ$ 179per person
Rotorua: Glow Worm Kayak Tour & Lake Caves at NightEvening kayak tour on Rotorua Lakes with glow worm caves, stargazing, and pickup from town included. Small groups, all equipment provided, no experience needed.Every day · First departure 19:20, last 22:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 5★ 4.85 (401)3hEN✓ Free cancellationfromNZ$ 225per person
Lake Rotoiti Evening Kayak Tour: Hot Springs & Glowworm CavesKayak Lake Rotoiti at sunset with a guide, soak in natural hot springs, paddle through glowworm caves, and eat a Kiwi BBQ dinner: all in one evening from Rotorua.Every day · 16:30 · Pickup optional · From age 5★ 4.86 (65)6hEN✓ Free cancellationfromNZ$ 229per person
Kayaking Lake Rotoiti: Glowworm cave and hot pools soakPaddle across Lake Rotoiti at dusk to a bioluminescent glowworm cave, enjoy a gourmet BBQ dinner, then soak in the geothermal Manupirua Hot Pools with a guide leading the way.Every day · 16:45, 17:15 and 17:45 · From age 8★ 4.87 (39)4h 30mEN✓ Free cancellationfromNZ$ 320per person
Rotorua Lake Rotoiti Kayak Tour & Hot Pools Half-DayPaddle Lake Rotoiti with a local guide, visit glowworm caves, and soak in thermal hot pools. Includes snacks, gear, and tickets. Small groups, book now.Every day · 09:00 · Pickup optional · From age 8★ 4.32 (37)3h 30mEN✓ Free cancellationfromNZ$ 190per person
All 5 options, side by side
✓ 2026-10-29| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Karapiro Glowworm Kayak Tour RotoruaOur pick | NZ$ 179 per person | 3h 30m | 4.93★ · 530 | Every day · 17:30, 18:00 and 18:30 | English |
| Rotorua: Glow Worm Kayak Tour & Lake Caves at NightShortest | NZ$ 225 per person | 3h | 4.85★ · 401 | Every day · First departure 19:20, last 22:30 | English |
| Lake Rotoiti Evening Kayak Tour: Hot Springs & Glowworm CavesAlso recommended | NZ$ 229 per person | 6h | 4.86★ · 65 | Every day · 16:30 | English |
| Kayaking Lake Rotoiti: Glowworm cave and hot pools soak | NZ$ 320 per person | 4h 30m | 4.87★ · 39 | Every day · 16:45, 17:15 and 17:45 | English |
| Rotorua Lake Rotoiti Kayak Tour & Hot Pools Half-Day | NZ$ 190 per person | 3h 30m | 4.32★ · 37 | Every day · 09:00 | English |
Kayaking Rotorua at a glance
- Our pick: Lake Karapiro Glowworm Kayak Tour Rotorua, NZ$ 179 (3h 30m, 4.93★ · 530).
- Shortest: Rotorua: Glow Worm Kayak Tour & Lake Caves at Night, NZ$ 225 (3h, 4.85★ · 401).
- Also recommended: Lake Rotoiti Evening Kayak Tour: Hot Springs & Glowworm Caves, NZ$ 229 (6h, 4.86★ · 65).
Real price per person across the 5 options: NZ$ 179–NZ$ 320 (median NZ$ 225). With 100+ reviews: 2 of 5.
Of the 5 options: 5 with free cancellation, 5 with instant confirmation, 3 with hotel pickup, 2 kid-friendly and 5 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Price per person.