Social Nature Movement Reviews

Knipp T 2026.08.18

     

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great kiwi guide and birds if only we got given the fruit too ;-) We started out tour at the sky tower picked up in a nice van and given commentary on route. on arrival we were given great gear, some fun toys and a briefing. we went at a time the guide said was incubation period so the cheeky males were not out and about as much. we were so lucky still to have seen some kiwi and our guide was great at expectation management although we felt sorry for him doing his best. thanks heaps you guys at social nature xx

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Reply from Social Nature Movement 2026.08.19

Thank you for the start-to-finish summary. We love your positive review and appreciate you having joined our kiwi spotting tour!

Shawn Wesley 2026.08.16

     

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We can make this trip better actually. We watched Morepork and Kiwi. This experience is unforgettable, but the Kiwi we can’t take any recording. When we found one on the ground, everyone is too excited and i believe that we scared him, and then he was gone…..

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Reply from Social Nature Movement 2026.08.17

Thanks for your review Shawn, sorry there were not many kiwi about; the guide did tell you this that the males are currently sitting on eggs and it is the nature of the experience. Indeed, after 2hrs and the guide generously extending this tour by 30mins, you did see one at the very end and everyones excitement was not surprising.

Brian Montoya 2026.08.13

     

We had so much fun on this activity. Our guide was very knowledgeable, and helpful. This is a must do activity when visiting New Zealand!

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Reply from Social Nature Movement 2026.08.13

Thanks Brian for choosing our Bioluminescence Sea Kayak Tour, glad the guide was good too, we appreciate you!

Jackie M 2026.08.08

     

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Awesome Excellent experience. We had great instruction and loads of fun and success. Thank you Chris and Legend

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Reply from Social Nature Movement 2026.08.09

Thanks Jackie, glad the Rock Climbing was a great success!

Stijn Wetering 2026.08.06

     

Really great tour ! We had a lot of fun. We got what we expected. Distance is not too far. Slow paddel will get you there. We had 2 great guides: really helpfull and kind made us feel safe on the water they also explained a lot about the surroundings wich was a added bonus. Even gave is some great tips om what else to do in the city. Would recommend this activity to other people. If you are on the taller Side you might have some discomfort in the legs but it is totally worth it.

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Reply from Social Nature Movement 2026.08.06

Thanks Stijn, so much! Glad the guides and sea kayak tour were a spectacular experience. The penguins look great as with the stars, enjoy your travels.

Katie Lester 2026.07.29

     

Great team! Super knowledgeable and friendly. Couldn’t recommend more.

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Reply from Social Nature Movement 2026.07.29

Thanks Katie we hope to work with you some more!

Aubrey Ward 2026.07.28

     

Great tour to see glow worms in the middle of Auckland! A lot of great information and seeing in a quick hours time.

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Reply from Social Nature Movement 2026.07.28

Awesome! Thanks for your positive review of our Auckland Glowworm Tour.

Olena 2026.07.20

     

My family was thrilled with our tour - we were lucky enough to have our guide, Paz, all to ourselves the night we went. We learned so much about the history of the Domain on our adventure, and our girls were excited to wear headlamps as we headed deeper into the domain to find glow worms. I recommend this tour and the team.

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Reply from Social Nature Movement 2026.07.20

Thanks for your positive review Olena. So happy to know your girls loved our little night time glowworm adventure with us in Auckland. Paz will be glad to receive this too!

Megan H 2026.07.20

     

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Well worth it for locals and tourists alike Great guide and as a local, it was a surprising, fantastic experience.

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Reply from Social Nature Movement 2026.07.25

Thanks for choosing our Auckland Glowworm tour we appreciate you

redibier2 2026.07.19

     

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Auckland Glow Worms We didn't know what to expect but our guide was fantastic. She explained the history of the park and the reason why the glow worms were there, and also explained their lifecycle and why they glowed. We went on a great walk through the bush and along the stream in the dark that added to the adventure. Our guide apologised for her English as she had only lived in NZ for two years, but she had nothing to apologise for. If you get the chance then go on this tour. The photos do not do this tour justice.

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Reply from Social Nature Movement 2026.07.25

So grateful to have hosted you on our Auckland Glowworm tour. We appreciate your gratitude toward our guide and the detailed experience of the tour itself, thanks!

Happiness14827325104 2026.07.15

     

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An unforgettable trip It’s amazing to see the kiwis!

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Reply from Social Nature Movement 2026.07.18

It is indeed, thanks for the review

Andrew B 2026.07.06

     

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Thanks to Paz - a successful night of kiwi spotting This was an excellent tour and Paz was an exceptional guide! We were lucky to spot 4 kiwis on the night (Tues 30 June) - 1 female, 2 males and a juvenile - all relatively close and happy to go about their business for a minute or two while we watched before heading into thicker bush. I'd highly recommend it for anyone interested in wildlife.

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Reply from Social Nature Movement 2026.07.09

Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Andrew! We're delighted you had such a memorable evening with Paz. Seeing four wild kiwi in a single outing—including a female, two males and a juvenile—is an incredibly special experience, and we're thrilled they were comfortable enough to continue their natural behaviour while you observed from a respectful distance. We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Paz, who will really appreciate them. Thank you again for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back for another New Zealand wildlife adventure in the future!

Laura Massey 2026.07.05

     

We had the best weekend with Chris in the Kaimais as a family on the survival weekend. We all learnt so much and just loved everything about it. Chris is super knowledgeable and patient and we wouldnt hesitate to recommend Social Movement to anyone looking to upskill and have a great time!

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Reply from Social Nature Movement 2026.07.05

Thanks Laura, we are so grateful for your positive review. We are happy your navigation, survival and campcraft course with Chris was a success. All the best with your future outdoor missions!

Paul Campbell 2026.06.22

     

Just wow! Our guide Legend lived up to his name :-) This was such a special experience. I had never see a kiwi in the wild before and we saw three, including a pair who were loudly discussing whether or not to mate - he got a firm no. Legend was so respectful of the birds and looked after us really well, giving us all sorts of information as we walked. We came away buzzing from the experience and won't forget it.

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Reply from Social Nature Movement 2026.06.22

Thanks so much Paul for the fantastic review!

We share in your stoke to experience one of New Zealand's most elusive birds in the wild, and seeing three kiwis is always a special night. It seems you were lucky enough to overhear a rather important relationship discussion too, unfortunately for our hopeful male kiwi, it appears the negotiations didn't quite go his way!

Legend will love your words; he has a passion for wildlife and loves sharing both the serious facts and the entertaining moments that nature provides. Thanks again for joining SNM's Wild Kiwi Spotting Tour, and we're thrilled the experience left you buzzing long after the walk was over!

Yelena Romo Carrasco 2026.06.14

     

What an unforgettable experience! The glow worm tour was just amazing. Our guide Maria Paz was very attentive, always sharing interesting facts about the area and answering all of our questions. Thanks guys for showing value of these beautiful places. Highly recommended to anyone who wants to see something different and unique.

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Reply from Social Nature Movement 2026.06.14

Thanks for choosing SNM for your Auckland Glowworm tour, Yelena. We are proud you got the best of Maria Paz and that her knowledge of glowworms and the area made it special, thanks for your positive review!

mashita ar 2026.06.13

     

We had an amazing and unforgettable glowworm experience! Our guide, Legend, was incredibly knowledgeable and shared so much interesting information throughout the tour. He answered all our questions patiently and made sure everyone felt comfortable and engaged. The glowworms were absolutely magical to see, and Legend's passion for the area and its wildlife made the experience even more special. Thank you for giving us such a memorable adventure. Highly recommended!

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Reply from Social Nature Movement 2026.06.13

Hi Mashita,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We're so happy to know that you had an amazing and unforgettable glowworm experience with Legend on the North Shore. Legend is incredibly passionate about Auckland's natural environment, and we're glad his knowledge, enthusiasm, and willingness to answer questions helped make the evening so special.
The glowworms truly are one of nature's hidden treasures, and it's fantastic to hear that you found the experience magical. We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Legend that he will be thrilled to know helped create such a memorable adventure for you.

Ngā mihi,
Social Nature Movement Team

mashita 2026.06.13

     

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Glowworm Experience We had an amazing and unforgettable glowworm experience! Our guide, Legend, was incredibly knowledgeable and shared so much interesting information throughout the tour. He answered all our questions patiently and made sure everyone felt comfortable and engaged. The glowworms were absolutely magical to see, and Legend's passion for the area and its wildlife made the experience even more special. Thank you for giving us such a memorable adventure. Highly recommended!

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Reply from Social Nature Movement 2026.06.21

Thank you so much for your wonderful review!So nice to know that you had such an amazing and unforgettable glowworm experience. It's fantastic to know that Legend's knowledge, enthusiasm, and passion for Auckland's hidden natural treasures helped make the tour even more special. We pride ourselves on creating engaging, educational, and memorable experiences, so it's great to hear that all your questions were answered and that you felt comfortable throughout the adventure.The glowworms truly are one of Auckland's magical hidden gems, and we're thrilled we could share them with you. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back again soon for another nature-based adventure with Social Nature Movement

Selina Grüterich 2026.06.05

     

Such a great tour, with all the information you need. We got to see three Kiwis and had a lovely guide who showed us around

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Reply from Social Nature Movement 2026.06.05

Thanks for your review Selina, we are pleased you saw three wild kiwis on this spotting tour and the guide was lovely

Dally D 2026.05.31

     

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Thank you SNM team I met this company at the Skytower for their Kiwi-Cab bus which was great. I found the overall experience value for money and the guide was informative. We did indeed spot the elusive kiwi, saw 4 in fact!

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Reply from Social Nature Movement 2026.06.02

Thank you for your review. We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the experience and found it great value for money. Seeing even one kiwi is special, so spotting four is an exceptional night at Tāwharanui! We're pleased our guide helped make the evening both informative and memorable. We hope to welcome you on another Social Nature Movement adventure soon.

Jennifer Monopolis 2026.05.30

     

Had a really great trip to Rangitoto Island with Legend. He was very knowledgeable about the island and was great company! Social Nature Movement (SMN) has many great activities and excursions. I highly recommend them. They are well organized and great fun. I especially appreciate SMN's flexibility in working with me to provide a great experience during the winter period when there is less demand for outdoor activities.

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Reply from Social Nature Movement 2026.05.30

Hey Jennifer, thanks so much for deciding to be social, in nature and get some movement in :-)
We appreciate your review and glad Legend took good care of you. We hope you will try more of our offerings!