Guided or Unguided? The Wairoa River Tour is a very relaxing and peaceful tour that can be offered guided or unguided depending on your experience and ability. On this tour experience beautiful scenery and array for wildlife as you enjoy a gentle paddle down the Wairoa River. On the unguided tour you have the freedom […]

The Big Kanu At Waimarino we operate two Big Kanu’s, one sits 12 people and the other 18 people. These Kanu’s are stable, high sided and suitable for people of all ages and abilities, we can take infants through to grandparents! Each member of the Kanu has a paddle  (optional if smaller child, infant or […]

Lake Rotoiti – Rotorua Lake Rotoiti is a picturesque lake, located a 20 minute drive north of Rotorua. It is surround by lush native bush and the shoreline is scattered with iconic kiwi holiday homes. Formed 8,500 years ago by the Okataina Caldera. It is 34 square kilometers in size and is the third largest […]

Evening Tours Our evening kayak tours showcase some of the best scenes of the Bay of Plenty and Rotorua. The tour departure times change throughout the year, timed just right so that you can enjoy the magical sunset during your tour. Lake Rotoiti On Lake Rotoiti enjoy the stunning sunset from the secluded Lake Rotoiti […]

Are you looking for seasonal work? We are hiring experienced Kayak Guides and Instructors for Waimarino Kayak Tours and Waimarino Adventure Park for the upcoming Summer period. Pre-requisites • Must have a Full NZ Drivers Licence- Manual preferred • Current First Aid Certificate. • Ability to roll a kayak. • Guiding experience, and kayaking experience […]

The Scenic Lake McLaren is an easy, peaceful tour. Glide past a multitude of birdlife, and watch the winding streams enter the lake’s edge. Learn about the history of the land from the comfort of your kayak as you paddle towards the stunning Mangapapa Canyon. Follow your guide into the canyon, where the native bush […]

Waimarino’s Evening Glowworm Tour’s Winter menu is here! Watch the sunset at the picturesque Lake McLaren as you stay warm with a mulled wine and enjoy our delicious cheese platters. Guided Kayak Tour Starting at Waimarino Adventure Park, you are transported out to the Lake where you will enjoy our refreshments along with a 5-star […]