One Way Auckland to Rotorua including Waitomo Caves & Te Puia

Experience two incredible tours in a single day and enjoy a special full-day package deal! Your adventure begins with pick-up from Auckland CBD followed by a stunning two-and-a-half-hour scenic drive through the Waikato Region to the world-famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves. After a short break at the café, a local guide will lead you into the magical Waitomo Grotto, where thousands of tiny glowworms illuminate the cave with their natural, otherworldly light. You’ll then glide along the Waitomo River on a flat-bottom boat, drifting silently beneath shimmering glowworm displays before continuing your journey in a luxurious vehicle toward Rotorua.

Your afternoon is spent at Te Puia—one of New Zealand’s premier destinations for geothermal wonders, Māori culture, and native wildlife. Here you’ll witness the powerful eruption of Pohutu Geyser, explore bubbling mud pools, and visit the National Wood Carving School as well as a traditional Māori village. The experience also includes Kiwi bird viewing and glimpses of cultural performances such as the Haka. After a couple of enriching hours at Te Puia, you’ll be dropped off at your accommodation in Rotorua CBD. The tour includes Auckland pick-up, water and snacks, admission to both Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Te Puia, guided experiences, and all transfers for a seamless, unforgettable day.