Discover an ancient world 30 million years in the making and marvel at Mother Nature’s light display

Tour Duration

13 hours

Tour Summary

Discover the magic of the Waitomo caves on this private luxury day tour known for their unique natural rock formations and glittering glowworms. With this combo tour, visit three caves in one day with a round trip sightseeing tour from Auckland included. Set sail along an underground river to admire the glowworms of Waitomo Cave, enjoy a guided walking tour of Ruakuri Cave, and marvel at stalactites and stalagmites during a guided visit to Aranui Caves. This epic delightful and awe-inspiring experience includes a delicious BBQ buffet lunch before we finish the trip.

Tour Highlights

• Marvel at awe-inspiring stalactites and stalagmites during the tour of the iconic Glow-worm Caves.
• Be captivated by the thousands of magical glow-worms as you glide silently by boat.
• Stare up at thousands of glowing glow-worms above you.
• Walk through the Cathedral Cave and experience the amazing acoustics.
• Witness the history created over thousands of years.
• Discover Waitomo’s longest underground guided walking tour as you explore Ruakuri Cave.
• Go deeper into the story as you descend the dramatic spiral entrance.
• Discover the stalactites, stalagmites, flowstones and decorative formations of Aranui Caves.
• Marvel at the softly folding shawl-like limestone formations
• Encounter the Cave Wetas (insects) that are unique to New Zealand.

Journey Inclusions

• Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland.
• Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland.
• Complimentary refreshments and water onboard.
• Complimentary high-speed internet onboard the minibus.
• A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the journey.
• Luxurious temperature-controlled private transportation in a minibus.
• Exclusive immersive activities and interaction with local communities.
• Built-in leisure time, to explore destinations as you wish.

Tour Inclusions

• Admission to 45 minutes guided experience at Waitomo Glow Worm Cave.
• Boat ride on an underground stream through the Waitomo Glowworm Caves.
• Admission to 90 minutes guided experience at Waitomo Ruakuri Cave.
• Admission to 45 minutes guided experience Waitomo Aranui Cave.
• BBQ buffet style lunch at Waitomo Homestead.

Tour Requirements

• Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, sun protection, jacket/warm layer, & any essential personal items.
• Easy and good fitness level required.
• You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
• This is a guided walking tour and sensible walking footwear is recommended.
• No photography is permitted inside the Waitomo caves, and cameras and Go Pros cannot be taken on the tour.
• Photography is permitted in Ruakuri & Aranui caves, so bring your camera to click the best shots.
• No backpacks or large bags allowed in cave due to delicate formations.
• Please do not touch the formation in the cave as it discoloured easily, please help us protect our cave.