Embark on a private tour from Auckland to the enchanting Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Explore majestic caverns, marvel at stalactites and stalagmites, and witness a mesmerizing light display of thousands of glow worms.
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Auckland Central - Travelers are picked up from most locations within the Auckland CBD area. If your pickup location is not listed, please feel free to contact us, and we will do our utmost to accommodate your request.
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Bombay Hills - The Bombay Hills are a range of hills located south of Auckland, New Zealand. Although they may seem small and insignificant, they mark the southern boundary of the Auckland region and serve as a divide between Auckland and the Waikato region. Named directly after the ship Bombay, which itself was named after the Indian city of Bombay (now Mumbai). Bombay also refers to a breed of black short-haired, medium-sized cat.
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Robert Harris - We make a stop for some excellent coffee at your own expense and a comfort break before continuing our journey into the Waikato region.
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Te Awamutu - Te Awamutu proudly calls itself the ‘Rose Capital of New Zealand’. During the blooming season, from November to April, the garden next to the visitor center becomes a technicolor dream as 2000 rose bushes display their charm.
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Waitomo Glowworm Caves - Experience a magical moment on the Waitomo Glowworm Caves tour. Known as one of New Zealand’s top natural attractions, take a boat ride through the glowworm grotto, marvel at thousands of enchanting glowworms, and become part of over 130 years of cultural and natural history.
Discover an ancient world 30 million years in the making and be amazed by Mother Nature’s light display as you glide silently through the starry wonderland of the Glowworm Grotto. Enjoy the serene ambiance as you enter this galaxy of tiny living lights. The glowworm (Arachnocampa Luminosa) is unique to New Zealand, making the Waitomo Glowworm Caves a must-see. Witness thousands of these tiny creatures as they emit their distinctive luminescent light in a subterranean world.
- Auckland Central - After an exhilarating and fun-filled experience at Waitomo, it is time to return to Auckland to conclude your evening and drop you off at your hotel in Auckland. We can also drop you at your accommodation in Waitomo if you are staying locally in the region.
- Stare up at thousands of glowing glow-worms above you
- Fully guided return transfers from Auckland
- Refreshments and water onboard
- Marvel at awe-inspiring stalactites and stalagmites during the tour of the iconic Glow-worm Caves
- Walk through the Cathedral Cave and experience the amazing acoustics
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Exclusive immersive activities and interaction with local communities
- Boat ride on an underground stream through the Waitomo Glowworm Caves
- Built-in leisure time, to explore destinations as you wish
- Witness the history created over thousands of years
- On-board WiFi
- Luxurious temperature-controlled transportation in a minibus
- A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the journey
- Complimentary High-Speed Internet onboard the minibus
- See more glow-worms than you could ever imagine all lighting up above your head
- Be captivated by the thousands of magical glow-worms as you glide silently by boat
- Admission to fully guided 45 minutes experience at Waitomo Glow Worm Cave
- Unrivalled boat trip through the spectacular Glowworm Grotto
- Immerse yourself in geology and history of the Waitomo caves with the help of a tour guide
- All fees and/or taxes
- Pick up and drop off from port of Auckland
- Tea and coffee
- Breakfast
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Dinner
- Lunch
Experience a magical moment on a luxurious small group tour from Auckland to Waitomo and marvel at thousands of glow worms beneath the rolling green countryside of Waikato, one of New Zealand’s prime farming regions. The subterranean cave system offers an unforgettable sightseeing experience as you walk through majestic caverns, explore limestone shafts, admire the stalactites and stalagmites, and ride a boat beneath thousands of tiny glow worms that create a mesmerizing light display, reminiscent of a twinkling night sky.
- Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, Sun protection, jacket/warm layer, & any essential personal items.
- Easy and good fitness level required.
- 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.
- 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.
- You will join a group tour at Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Boat tour capacity is up to 23 people.
- The caves are accessible to those with reasonable mobility, as there are good handrails and paths. There is no wheelchair access.
- Tours are suitable for people of all ages and average fitness.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This is a fully guided shore excursion tour. We only pick up from the port of Auckland and this tour operates on selected dates and only when the cruise ship arrives in Auckland.Â
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
