Karioi Glowworm Canyoning

A Nighttime Nature Experience Like No Other

Step into a world of wonder as day turns to night in the Karioi Canyon. The Karioi Glowworm Canyoning tour offers a truly unforgettable experience, combining twilight canyoning, cascading waterfalls, and the magical glow of the native New Zealand glowworms.

As the sun sets, you’ll gear up in the latest warm 5mm canyoning suits and head into the ancient stream that flows from Mt Karioi. Your journey begins by abseiling down a cascading waterfall, shaped by the ancient lava flow it flows down. With your head torch lighting the way and the stars beginning to appear above, you’ll climb, scramble, and abseil alongside waterfalls, whilst being guided by the soft glow of the natural world around you.

Throughout the adventure, your experienced and knowledgeable guide will lead the way, ensuring your safety while sharing fascinating insights into the area’s unique ecology, geology, and Māori history. Learn about the native flora and fauna that thrive in this environment, and as darkness deepens, you’ll witness the forest come alive with the soft, bioluminescent light of countless glowworms. Experience a surreal and peaceful environment where time seems to slow, and nature takes centre stage.

To make the evening even more special, you’ll pause along the journey to enjoy a hot cup of freshly brewed Kawakawa tea, a traditional rongoā (Māori medicinal plant) known for its calming and healing properties. It’s a perfect moment of reflection in an awe-inspiring setting.

Our professional guides are friendly, highly trained, and passionate about creating an experience that’s both memorable and meaningful. They’ll capture photos throughout the journey, so you can focus on soaking it all in while still leaving with incredible memories to share.

Whether you’re looking to experience something completely different, connect with nature after dark, or simply enjoy the magic of glowworms in their natural habitat, Karioi Glowworm Canyoning offers an evening unlike any other; a peaceful, playful, and powerful encounter with the hidden beauty of the night.

*All bookings are subject to Raglan Rock’s Terms and Conditions 

Health & Safety

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Raglan Rock Adventure Co will take all necessary precautions to mitigate, and manage all risks associated with their activities; however certain risks cannot be eliminated.

Please familiarise yourself with our risk acknowledgment above to learn of these risks, and be prepared to sight, and sign the document upon arrival to your tour. We look forward to taking you on an adventure and appreciate you taking the time to familiarise yourself with our safety management.