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"Social, Nature, Movement" sums it up.
Very modest, but lovely. You get to see a few colonies of glow worms along the banks of a stream. Great guides, good interpretation.I got tired of all the flashlights and walked off in order to be able to experience the glowworms without all the artificial lights. If you have a red head lamp, do bring it.
Reply from Social Nature Movement
2026.01.12
Thanks so much for the lovely review, and we’re glad the “Social, Nature, Movement” vibe came throughAwesome to hear you enjoyed the glowworm colonies and our guiding/interpretation. And you’re absolutely right: glowworms are best experienced with minimal light.Hope we can host you again for another nature night adventure!
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Glow worm extravaganza
A great experience with a very knowledgeable guide. We say tons of glow worms and you could get right up to them. Fee was reasonable. A great experience
Reply from Social Nature Movement
2026.01.09
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review, Fred, we really appreciate it.We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the Glow Worm Extravaganza and that the experience lived up to its name. Getting up close to see so many glow worms, paired with a knowledgeable guide who can bring the environment to life, is exactly what we aim to deliver.It’s also great to hear you felt the experience offered strong value, we work hard to make these encounters both high-quality and accessible.Thanks again for joining us, and we’d love to welcome you back for another nature-based adventure in the future.
What a magical experience! Seeing the bioluminescence was a true dream come true, and we were absolutely not disappointed. The experience was simply incredible.
The team was extremely welcoming and provided plenty of information to help us understand the phenomenon, while ensuring our safety throughout the entire experience. We were also given plenty of time at each spot to fully observe the bioluminescence and truly enjoy this unique moment.
I highly recommend this experience with this team!
Reply from Social Nature Movement
2026.01.07
Thank you so much, Mirhada, we’re glad to know the Bio Tour lived up to your expectations.
Seeing bioluminescence for the first time really is something special, and we’re glad you felt well supported, informed, and safe while having the time and space to fully enjoy it. Your recommendation means a lot to our team.
We’d love to have you join us again for another magical night on the water.
Seeing bioluminescence for the first time really is something special, and we’re glad you felt well supported, informed, and safe while having the time and space to fully enjoy it. Your recommendation means a lot to our team.
We’d love to have you join us again for another magical night on the water.
Nous avons passé une très belle soirée. La prise en charge depuis le centre-ville était simple et efficace, avec une communication fluide, notamment avec Chris. Le véhicule était confortable, ce qui a rendu les déplacements très agréables.
L’activité en elle-même était vraiment appréciable. Les consignes de sécurité étaient claires et bien expliquées par Chris et le reste du staff, ce qui nous a permis de profiter pleinement de l’expérience. Naviguer de nuit sous la pleine lune était très agréable, et observer la bioluminescence a été un moment vraiment magique pour nous.
Nous avons aussi apprécié le temps passé sur place, avec une vraie liberté tout en restant bien encadrés, ainsi que les explications partagées sur le phénomène de bioluminescence et sur le ciel étoilé. Le retour au point de départ puis en centre-ville s’est fait de manière tout aussi fluide.
Une activité très bien organisée et une belle expérience que nous recommandons
Reply from Social Nature Movement
2026.01.07
Thank you so much for the thoughtful review, Sami, we really appreciate you taking the time to share it.
We’re happy to know the pick-up, communication, and overall flow of the evening felt smooth and well organised, and that the full-moon paddle and bioluminescence made it such a special experience. It’s great to know the balance between freedom, supervision, and interpretation enhanced your time on the water and on site.
Thank you again for the recommendation, it was a pleasure having you join us, and we’d love to welcome you back for another night adventure in the future.
We’re happy to know the pick-up, communication, and overall flow of the evening felt smooth and well organised, and that the full-moon paddle and bioluminescence made it such a special experience. It’s great to know the balance between freedom, supervision, and interpretation enhanced your time on the water and on site.
Thank you again for the recommendation, it was a pleasure having you join us, and we’d love to welcome you back for another night adventure in the future.
We booked the Glow Worm tour with Social Nature Movement. Originally we booked for the one North of Auckland, unfortunately it was cancelled but the team were amazing and managed to get my family into the one in the Domain.
Wow, it was a fantastic experience and our guide Caleb was great, so knowledgeable. I really appreciated his allowing us all the time we needed to make our way to the best viewing spots. It was an amazing evening, so many glow worms in a magical location.
Reply from Social Nature Movement
2026.01.03
Kia ora Sacha,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review.
While it’s never ideal to have a plan change, we’re really pleased our team could turn things around and still deliver a memorable experience for your family. Auckland Domain truly is a magical setting after dark, and when conditions align, the glow worms there can be spectacular.
Caleb will be especially pleased to hear your feedback. His knowledge, patience, and commitment to letting guests move at their own pace are exactly what we value in our guides — creating space for curiosity, connection, and unhurried moments in nature.
We’re delighted the evening exceeded expectations and that you were able to enjoy such an abundance of glow worms in such a special place. We’d love to welcome you back again for another nature experience under the stars.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review.
While it’s never ideal to have a plan change, we’re really pleased our team could turn things around and still deliver a memorable experience for your family. Auckland Domain truly is a magical setting after dark, and when conditions align, the glow worms there can be spectacular.
Caleb will be especially pleased to hear your feedback. His knowledge, patience, and commitment to letting guests move at their own pace are exactly what we value in our guides — creating space for curiosity, connection, and unhurried moments in nature.
We’re delighted the evening exceeded expectations and that you were able to enjoy such an abundance of glow worms in such a special place. We’d love to welcome you back again for another nature experience under the stars.
Could not recommend Social Nature enough.
My husband and I stayed in one of their glamping tents over New Year’s and it ended up being the best camping New Year we’ve ever had.
After our pop-up tent completely failed (and was no match for the wind), Hailey and Chris from Social Nature could not have been more accommodating. Our friends had already booked a tent and, incredibly, they had a spare in the van, within minutes a beautiful, yurt-style tent was set up for us and honestly became the perfect way to start 2026.
They were kind, helpful, fair and genuinely went above and beyond. They met us at our campground in Northland, set everything up, and then returned to pack it all down, totally hassle-free.
If you’re after a stress-free glamping experience, look no further. You never know what the weather will throw at you in New Zealand, and these tents truly stand the test. We wouldn’t hesitate to book again.
Reply from Social Nature Movement
2026.01.03
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a generous review, Kevin; it genuinely means a lot to us.
We’re happy that what started as a challenging New Year’s situation turned into such a memorable experience for you both. New Zealand weather certainly likes to keep us on our toes, and we’re really glad we could step in quickly and turn things around with a setup that felt comfortable, warm, and special rather than stressful.
Hailey and Chris will be absolutely stoked to read this. Being responsive, fair, and going the extra mile in moments like that is exactly what we aim for, so it’s incredibly rewarding to hear that it made such a difference to your New Year.
Thank you as well for trusting us in the moment and for recommending Social Nature so wholeheartedly. We’d love to look after you again in the future; hopefully under calmer skies, but just as comfortably either way.
Wishing you an excellent start to 2026 and many more great adventures ahead.
We’re happy that what started as a challenging New Year’s situation turned into such a memorable experience for you both. New Zealand weather certainly likes to keep us on our toes, and we’re really glad we could step in quickly and turn things around with a setup that felt comfortable, warm, and special rather than stressful.
Hailey and Chris will be absolutely stoked to read this. Being responsive, fair, and going the extra mile in moments like that is exactly what we aim for, so it’s incredibly rewarding to hear that it made such a difference to your New Year.
Thank you as well for trusting us in the moment and for recommending Social Nature so wholeheartedly. We’d love to look after you again in the future; hopefully under calmer skies, but just as comfortably either way.
Wishing you an excellent start to 2026 and many more great adventures ahead.
Just completed my DOE Bronze award! I had the best time on my adventurous journey with the support of Social Nature Movement. Their financial support really helped with me being able to get good quality equipment needed for my trip without straining the bank.
Both my adventurous journeys had amazing views and trails where I was able to push myself out of my comfort zone and complete the journey feeling proud and accomplished. Thanks for the help Social Nature Movement!
Reply from Social Nature Movement
2026.01.03
Hi Jiae, thanks for your positive review of our financial aid for the Duke of Edinburgh Award, we are glad it got put to good use, and well done!
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Could not recommend Social Nature enough.My husband and I stayed in one of their glamping tents over New Year’s and it ended up being the best camping New Year we’ve ever had.After our pop-up tent completely failed (and was no match for the wind), Hailey and Chris from Social Nature could not have been more accommodating. Our friends had already booked a tent and, incredibly, they had a spare in the van — within minutes a beautiful, yurt-style tent was set up for us and honestly became the perfect way to start 2026.They were kind, helpful, fair and genuinely went above and beyond. They met us at our campground in Northland, set everything up, and then returned to pack it all down — totally hassle-free.If you’re after a stress-free glamping experience, look no further. You never know what the weather will throw at you in New Zealand, and these tents truly stand the test. We wouldn’t hesitate to book again.
Reply from Social Nature Movement
2026.01.05
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a generous and thoughtful review. We’re absolutely thrilled to hear that your New Year’s glamping experience turned into such a memorable start to 2026 — especially given the classic New Zealand weather curveball.It was genuinely our pleasure to help turn a challenging situation into a positive one. When the wind has other plans, having a solid backup (and a spare tent in the van!) can make all the difference, and we’re delighted that the yurt-style tent delivered the comfort, shelter, and atmosphere you were hoping for. Hailey and Chris will be especially grateful for the mention — going above and beyond for our guests is exactly what we strive for.We’re also pleased to hear that the full-service setup and pack-down made the experience truly hassle-free. Whether it’s Northland or anywhere else in the country, our goal is to provide reliable, stress-free glamping that stands up to real conditions, not just fair-weather weekends.Thank you again for your kind words and recommendation. We’d love to welcome you back for another glamping adventure whenever the occasion calls for it.
What a superb experience! Everything about working with Social Nature Movement has been effortless. The team is friendly and professional, and the tent and set-up both functional and well-designed. We were definitely the envy of our group of friends when Hailey arrived to set up our tent for us (including a mattress bed!). There were so many extras included to make the tent comfy and inviting. And at the end of our visit, we walked away and the team returned to disassemble and take away the tent. Easy as!
Reply from Social Nature Movement
2026.01.02
What a superb review, thanks John! People like you make us do what we do and forever be grateful for it! Glad we could make your camping experience luxurious all while making it smooth and easy :-)
Waaw wat een ervaring.
We vertrokken bij valavond, we kregen goede uitleg.
Doe zeker waterschoenen aan, breng reserve kledij mee. er is voldoende omkleedruimte. Je kan je zelfs douchen als je wilt.
Spannend, maar we hebben het b-gezien. Spijtig is dit bijna onmogelijk te vatten of foto.
Maar zeker een must do als je hier bent.
Reply from Social Nature Movement
2025.12.29
So much gratitude from you Kristien as a local guide having given so many reviews and adding to ours positively, thanks!
