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Join a small-group night walk with a local guide to discover Auckland’s hidden glow worms. A magical forest experience you’ll never forget.

Highlights

• Walk through native forest as thousands of glow worms light up the night
• Experience a magical, small-group night walk led by a local nature guide
• Discover a secret glow worm colony hidden in Auckland’s native bush
• Unplug, slow down, and soak in the stillness of New Zealand after dark
• A nature experience not to be missed while in Auckland

Description

Step away from the city lights and discover a side of Auckland that most visitors never see. Join a small-group night walk with a local guide to explore a peaceful native forest reserve, home to a hidden colony of glow worms . Your evening begins in central Auckland, where you’ll meet your guide and travel by comfortable vehicle to the forest. As daylight fades, the bush transforms — birds quieten, insects hum, and the forest canopy glows faintly in the moonlight. Once you’re on the trail, your eyes adjust to the dark and the true magic begins. Thousands of tiny blue lights appear all around you, scattered along the banks of a stream and hanging from damp fern walls like a living galaxy. This isn’t a cave tour or a busy attraction, it is a calm, intimate experience designed for those who love nature and quiet wonder. Your guide will lead the way on an easy, well-formed path while sharing stories about the forest, the ecology that allows glow worms to thrive here, and the unique role they play in New Zealand’s ecosystems. You’ll learn how these fascinating creatures live, feed, and glow, and why their light is one of the most mesmerizing natural sights in the country. Depending on the night, you may also hear the soft trickle of nearby creeks, hear native birds settling for the evening, or simply enjoy the stillness that comes with being deep in nature after dark. After your walk, relax as you travel back to the city refreshed, grounded, and glowing yourself from a truly special encounter with New Zealand’s natural magic. Good to know: Duration: around 1.5 hours return from central Auckland. Pick up: 99 Quay street or 'the Ferry Building' at the pick up drop off zone. Small group: (maximum 5 guests) or private tour option. Suitable for all fitness levels: gentle pace on an easy trail. Comfortable walking shoes and layers for the season recommended. All transport, torches, and guidance provided. Must be steady on your feet and comfortable dealing with uneven terrain.

Includes

Private evening walk Local guide Transport from central Auckland to the forest reserve and back If you are staying in the central city i can drop you back to your accommodation if you wish. Torches Mosquito repellent

Important Information

• The tour is scheduled based on sunset time and season. Most of the year the pick up is at 8.30pm however in the height of summer this can stretch to be at 9pm. It is a 1.5hour round trip. The maximum group size is 6 people.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund