Take a trip underground and experience the thrill of black water rafting at waitomo caves. The consequences of people using the waitomo caves for tourism have significant impacts on the natural environments of the caves. During this trip, you will get to see the rolling green farmland of the waikato and king country regions. Waitomo glow worm caves and hobbiton auckland shore. If the ruakuri upgrade is provided, the waitomo caves portion is non refundable. We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes and bringing a warm jacket for this tour.
I wasnt too excited about this part of our tour but i was very surprised because the worms in the caves were so unique and the effect beautiful. Discover waitomo home of new zealands worldfamous tourist attractions. On this authentic caving adventure, explore subterranean caverns recognized by the new zealand department of conservationwith no concrete paving or electric lightingand see glowworms in their natural setting. Looking up it seemed i was looking at the night sky. Hobbiton movie set and waitomo caves full day tour. Waitomo caves tour escape the city and discover the mystical and magical waitomo caves on this great value return day trip from auckland. We make an early start from auckland, driving through the bombay hills and then along the picturesque waikato river, enjoying rolling hills and lush farmland on our way to rotorua. If the waitomo caves tour cannot operate, a free upgrade to the ruakuri cave will be provided subject to availability. Please consult government travel advisories before booking. Visitor experience at the waitomo glowworm cave department of. Deanna carman our tour guide, susan, drove us to the waitomo glow worm caves. Waitomo glowworm caves waitomo caves 2020 all you need to. Guided since the late 1880s, this is the original, iconic new zealand attraction. Book your glow worm cave tour online glowing adventures.
Tours range from a 200 metre walk approximately 45 minutes, 1. The mangapu stream that runs through the glowing adventures caves is part of the largest underground river system in. Experience maori culture, boiling mud pools, geysers, kiwi birds, and glowworm caves in one memorable day. Waitomo tours discover more of what waitomo has to offer with our different tour options.
Popular attractions waitomo glowworm caves and caveworld are located nearby. The easiest way to see the waitomo caves is with a walking or boat tour. Escape the city and discover the mystical and magical waitomo caves on this great value return day trip from auckland. Our family has been part of the waitomo community for over 100 years. The three hour black labyrinth tour will see you climbing, leaping and jumping off waterfalls in the dark ruakuri cave.
Waitomo caves and rotorua sightseeing tour greatsights. Gaze at the myriad of glowworm lights that make up the waitomo caves glowworm grotto as you glide beneath in a boat. See two magical places come to life on this day tour from auckland. Special combo price available for two or all of the following cave tours. Spellbound glowworm and cave tour waitomo, new zealand. The waitomo caves can only be visited by guided tours, which typically include a walk through the caves and a boat ride through the glowworm grotto. Waitomo glow worm tours waitomo caves discovery centre. Absorb over 120 years of natural and cultural history. Waitomo glowworm cave day tour return from auckland daily departures from downtown auckland. To limit the spread of the coronavirus, attractions may be closed or have partial closures. It is known for its population of arachnocampa luminosa, a glowworm species found exclusively in new zealand. To keep you safe, all experiences must be prebooked. Set off from auckland or rotorua to the amazing waitomo caves for an unforgettable adventure.
Kiwi cave rafting provides everything required for the adventure wet suits, helmets, boots and safety equipment. Travel south from auckland through the rich farmland of the waikato and king country regions to waitomo where you will enjoy a guided tour through the long galleries and lofty chambers of the world famous glowworm caves. This special tour is offered only by navi enjoy 2 spectacular places on one trip. We will then be in contact at the first opportunity to answer your queries, confirm the details you have submitted and provide payment options. Rotorua waitomo day tour small group day tours from auckland. Your waitomo caves package starts with our luxury vehicles picking you up from your accommodation, transporting you to waitomo caves on time all while having a stress free drive in a safe and relaxing premium vehicle. If your new zealand itinerary covers the north island, then a visit to waitomo is a mustdo. Be amazed by the thousands of magical glowworms above, as you glide silently by boat in the world of famous waitomo glowworm caves. Waitomo glowworm caves tour everything new zealand. Waitomo glowworm caves tours greatsights nz sightseeing tours. Actually, the waitomo caves are 30 million years old and an important scenic highlight. First explore the waitomo glowworm caves and be entranced by the thousands of twinkling lights in the glowworm grotto. The waitomo education centre provides a number of ways to mix an.
Our expert guides provide informative commentary on the historical and geological significance of the caves. Waitomo education centre waitomo caves discovery centre. Then visit the hobbiton movie set, the filming location of the village of bilbo bagins and his fellow hobbits in the lord of the rings movie trilogy. The waitomo caves tour options will appeal to most travellers no matter what age or fitness level you have. Weve seen so many great sights on our whirlwind road trip tour of new zealand. Waitomo caves and glow worms tour travel with a mate.
This intimate cave experience, suitable for all the family, is an absolute must do when visiting new zealand. From the mountains and glaciers of the south island to the rolling hills and valleys of the north. The discover waitomo team look forward to welcoming back visitors to the waitomo glowworm caves and ruakuri caves from saturday 23rd may. Waitomo caves full day tour from auckland intercity. Hidden beneath the rolling green hills of waitomo lies a underground wonderland quite unlike. Waitomo glowworm caves waitomo caves all you need to know. Once your tour is finished we will transfer you back to your accommodation in ultimate comfort.
The limestone landscape of the waitomo district area has been the centre of increasingly popular commercial caving tourism from as early as 1900. Discuss waitomo caves travel with tripadvisor travelers. Most booked services are transfers from the otorohanga train station or bus stop to waitomo or from waitomo to local tours like glowing. The gruesome twosome includes two half day tours, the haggas honking holes and the half day lost world tour. Education programmes waitomo caves discovery centre. Black water rafting, abseiling, glow worms, caving and rock climbing this tour has everything you need for an action packed adventure. We will take you to both the hobbiton movie set and the waitomo glow worm caves in this exclusive one day tour. Initially mostly consisting of impromptu trips guided by local maori, large sections of cave near waitomo caves were later taken over by the crown and managed as a relatively genteel tourism attraction from 1904 on. As you explore hobbiton, you can pose for pictures in. Take a guided tour of waitomo caves for an unforgettable experience, exploring stunning underground scenery including majestic caverns, limestone shafts, stalactites and stalagmites. Enjoy the worldfamous boat ride under thousands of magical glowworms. Weve already seen the positive effect our trapping programme has had on our native bush and birdlife. Study the effects of tourism at waitomo, visit primary and secondary attractions and investigate current trends.
Definitely the best guided glowworm and caves tour in waitomo, would recommend to anyone visiting new zealand. New zealands worldfamous glowworms tourist attraction at waitomo caves. Your guide will be able to tell you about the history of the cave as well as showing you speleothems stalactites and stalagmites, fossils and cave creatures. This cave is part of the waitomo caves system that includes the ruakuri cave and the aranui cave.
Waitomo is home to many glowworm caves, some more commercially developed than others. We take small tours of no more than 8 people so have the ability to move slowly through the caves, to enjoy, explore, and take in the surroundings, including our. Book the waitomo caves hotel stay at this 3star hotel in waitomo caves. The worldrenowned waitomo glowworm caves are a magnet for travellers around the world. So many highlights of our trip already but we were keen to add another with a place wed heard so much, the waitomo caves. Explore the fascinating waitomo underworld with cave world waitomo in what will be the journey of your lifetime. Travel from auckland or rotorua on a day trip through gorgeous scenery and amazing sights, finishing up with a magical glow worm viewing truly a spectacular day out.
Not only are there stunning glowworms to see but there are many beautiful waterfalls, limestone formations, walking tracks and even a hobbit film location nearby. This half day waitomo caves tour will take you on a journey through the lush and rolling countryside of the waikato and king country regions, giving you a taste of rural new zealand. There is only food offered after the full day lost world tour with waitomo adventures. If you wish to do the gruesome twosome tour then there is time in between tours for you to grab some lunch.
To make a booking, please submit your details below. Visit three top new zealand destinationsthe hobbiton movie set, rotorua, and waitomo caves in a single day of exploring on this tour from auckland or read more hours. Tours typically run from auckland or rotorua, and are often combined with other waitomo attractions, such as the hobbiton film set from the lord of the rings. Admire thousands of glowworms radiating their luminescent light. Waitomo caves kiwi cave rafting black water rafting. On an off the beaten track eco tour our knowledgeable guides will escort you through beautiful native new zealand forest and into untouched caves, here in the waitomo district. Waitomo caves hotel in waitomo caves, new zealand expedia. Waitomo caves forum, travel discussion for waitomo caves, new. We have multiple tour options or you can book a custom transfer with our shuttletaxi service. A spell binding sight waitomo glow worm caves are truly a unique experience. Learn about how discover waitomo is keeping you safe during your visit.
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