Angela W
Google
We’ve visited the Helensburgh Glow Worm Tunnel twice now. First in April last year, and again in early January this year. What a difference timing makes!
In April, we visited during the day and the tunnel was so flooded, we could barely get 100 meters in and see much glow worms before turning back. But this January, after a few days of heatwaves, we returned in the evening and it was absolutely magical. Even before stepping fully inside, we could already see the glow worms twinkling like stars. By the time we reached about 200 meters in, we were surrounded by a breathtaking “Milky Way” of glow worms. It was truly unforgettable.
However, it was frustrating to see so many visitors using bright white torches and shining them directly at the glow worms. This can seriously harm them and ruin the experience for everyone.
⭐️If you’re planning a visit, please follow these simple guidelines to protect this natural wonder:
🔦 Wrap your torch with red cellophane and always point it at the ground.
🤫 Keep your voice low, glow worms dim their lights when it’s noisy.
🥾 Wear gumboots! Even when it’s not flooded, the tunnel is muddy with puddles of varying depth.
‼️Most importantly, be respectful. This is a free, fragile treasure. Let’s keep it that way.
💛Let’s all do our part to preserve the magic for future visitors. 🌌