Auckland Glowworm Tours

Discover a different side of Auckland on a guided walk through Pukekawa, Auckland’s oldest park, set on a 100,000 year old volcano from the Pleistocene era. This city-based experience combines a short nature walk with the chance to see glowworms in their natural habitat, without the long travel times, high entry fees, or crowded spaces often associated with cave visits.

As you move through the park, you’ll pass waterfalls, Nikau palms, and sections of dark bush where the glowworms can be observed up close. Your guide shares clear, useful insight into their bioluminescence, life cycle, and role in nature, giving context to what you’re seeing rather than simply passing through. It is also a good option for those wanting to photograph glowworms in Auckland.

The walk is approximately 1.3 km and includes around 40 steps up and down, a roughly 5 percent gradient, and undulating ground with gravel and tree roots. The path is not lit, though lights are used during the tour. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, ideally footwear you do not mind getting wet or muddy. If you want a glowworm experience in Auckland city with a practical walking route and a strong natural focus, this tour offers exactly that.