ROTORUA · KAYAKING TOURS
The water worth the paddle.
The 8 rotorua kayaking tours travellers paddle most, gathered in one place. Where each route takes you, how long you are on the water, who runs the trip, and what a seat in the boat costs.
Kayak Lake Karapiro at dusk on the Pokaiwhenua Stream, then drift through glowworms and stars with Riverside Adventures Waikato. 3.5 hours.
Most Popular“This was the highlight of our trip. The staff were absolutely fantastic, they could not have been more helpful or welcoming to everyone. We had a fabulous time and would go back in an instance if we could.”
Kayak Rotorua after dark with Taiao Adventures: iSite pickup, beginner-friendly double kayaks, glow-worm caves, and stars if clear.
Night kayak to glow worm caves near Rotorua, with round-trip pickup, provided gear, and star gazing if the sky clears.
“We were able to enter 4 glow worm caves, each one of different character. All of the staff, from the bus drivers to the guides, were very friendly and informative. It was a great adventure and we highly recommend.”
Evening kayak on Lake Rotoiti with hot springs, glowworm caves by boat, and a Kiwi BBQ dinner, with hotel pickup and full gear.
“Highly recommend this excursion.”
Paddle Lake Rotoiti by day, then soak in thermal hot pools and drift through a glowworm cave—snacks and kayak gear included.
“We had to cancel because the pick-up and drop- off point was a 45 min drive from the cruise port. There was no way to reasonably arrange transportation to/from the ship and still have time for the activity. Otherwise, we had very much hoped to do this.”
Private guided walk and kayak in Waimangu Volcanic Valley, then paddle Lake Rotomahana with transfers and lunch.
“The geyser was unexpected surprise. Our guide Jessica was fantastic and share a great deal of information and stories. We meet at the visitors centre so we could do the self guided walk. We arrived about 11 and spent all the time exploring before the kayaking trip. Perfect day!!!. We meet Jessica for the 1.30pm…”
Kayak Lake Rotoiti at dusk, soak at Manupirua Hot Pools, see glowworms in a cave, and end with BBQ dinner.
“A great afternoon/evening kayaking, enjoying hot pools, eating a nice BBQ lunch on the waterfront picnic-style, and then seeing some glowworms. Royce and Cian were great guides, managing the logistics very well and providing lots of great information on what you're seeing as well as what you're do”
Guided kayak across Lake Rotoiti to water-only Manupirua Springs Hot Pools, with hotel pickup and possible glow-worm cave stop.
“Yesterday, my wife and I had to adjust our plans due to weather and instead of kayaking we went on the rafting tour w the same company. Justin was very patient throughout the process of helping us get the plans adjusted. Overall, the stafRead more”
Every paddle worth taking, place by place.
