Social Nature Movement

At Social Nature Movement, we go beyond learning by doing and just guiding outdoor activities. We facilitate immersive natural experiences; connecting you with nature and each other in a more conscious and meaningful way. Tours in Auckland include:

- Stargazing and Wild Kiwi Bird Tours: Unique experience combining celestial observation with encounters in kiwi bird habitats. Guided by experts, participants enjoy night skies through telescopes and learn about New Zealand’s nocturnal wildlife, fostering a deeper connection to nature and native conservation efforts.

- Bioluminescent kayak tour: Be one of the few to see this natural phenomenon known as 'Sea Sparkle'. This bioluminescence kayak tour in Auckland is an inspiring night paddle. Watch as your kayak leaves a glittering wake behind you.

- Guided Island Snorkeling and Eco-Walk: Combines marine exploration with ecological education. Participants snorkel through vibrant underwater ecosystems, observing diverse marine life, then enjoy a guided eco-walk revealing unique island flora and fauna. This immersive experience fosters environmental awareness and a connection to New Zealand’s coastal biodiversity.

- Outdoor rock climbing: The thrill of our rock climbing experiences stretch your abilities (for the better) as you top-rope climb ancient cliffs. With amazing outdoor sport climbing views of the countryside, boulder valleys, and the extinct volcanoes of Auckland, it’s an awe-inspiring adventure. Your fully qualified and experienced guide(s) teach you the safest form of climbing there is and impart knowledge and skills necessary to participate and ultimately at some point go out there yourself.

- Browns Island Kayak Tour: Paddle from St Heliers beach to Browns Island, an uninhabited volcanic island accessible only by sea kayaks. Enjoy the calm turquoise waters, taking in breathtaking views of the Hauraki Gulf and Auckland Islands.

- Lucas Creek Waterfall SuP Tour: During high tides, paddle along the tranquil waters and venture through the picturesque mangroves. Albany's SUP tours allow you to appreciate the stunning coastline, hidden beaches, and diverse marine life, including seabirds and marine mammals.

- Auckland Glowworm Tours: Magical, close-to-home adventure in the city center. Led by expert guides, participants explore hidden urban areas to discover glowworm colonies, learning about their biology and ecosystem role. This unique nighttime tour connects people to nature right within Auckland’s heart.