Small Group Tour: Waitomo Glowworm & Ruakuri Twin Cave Experience
Duration
11 hour(s)
Languages
English
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Enjoy a silent boat ride beneath thousands of glowing worms
Learn ancient cave history shaped over millions of years
Marvel stunning stalactites stalagmites and underground rivers
Experience New Zealand most popular dual cave exploration tour
€ 245.28
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Get the most out of your visit on this small group day tour from Auckland, designed to showcase the very best of the Waitomo region. A visit to the world famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves is a true New Zealand highlight, where you will glide silently by boat beneath a ceiling illuminated by thousands of glowworms found only in this country. The peaceful underground experience reveals ancient limestone formations, echoing caverns, and a natural light display unlike anywhere else in the world.
This popular combination tour continues with a guided walking experience through the impressive Ruakuri Cave, offering a deeper look into Waitomo’s underground beauty. Descend along a spiral entrance and explore dramatic rock formations, flowing streams, and vast chambers shaped over millions of years. With smaller group sizes and expert guiding, this tour delivers a relaxed and informative journey through two of New Zealand’s most remarkable natural attractions, creating a memorable and immersive day away from Auckland.
Guided return transfers from Auckland
Admission to Waitomo Glowworm Cave experience
Underground boat ride through Glowworm Cave
Guided walking tour of Ruakuri Cave
Local English speaking tour escort
Air conditioned minibus transportation
Refreshments and water onboard
Food & drinks
Gratuities
Comfortable walking shoes
Weather appropriate clothing
Light jacket or warm layer
Sun protection
Camera
No photography allowed inside Glowworm Cave
Photography allowed in Ruakuri Cave only
Cave formations are fragile do not touch
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Activity Provider: ExperienceKart Limited
Customer Reviews
Joseph
Great tour of Ruakuri with Wii! We had a mobility limited family member and the operators provided a wheelchair and were incredibly helpful. Wii was entertaining and did a great job accommodating our group's needs while explaining the natural and human history of the cave. Plenty of glow worms and incredible cave formations. If you do come with a wheelchair, there's some moderately strenuous pushing, especially up the spiral ramp to get out. Much of the walk is on a slope and can be wet and slippery. I'm sure the staff on the tour would help as needed but be prepared!
Evelien
Gorgeous caves, beautifully engineered lighting and walkways, giving an opportunity for people of all ages and mobilities to explore this amazing subterranean world. Was relatively pricey but really worth it, our kids loved the tour and our guide Ellen was a star! We went on a tour early in the day and were the only group with our guide and it was 👌
Greg
Did the walking tour and it was a great experience. Took about an hour and 40 minutes and was not strenuous. George, our tour guide was fantastic. A born and bred local who knew his stuff and told some great funny stories of growing up with the caves. The glow worms were outstanding and the "scenery" in the caves was really interesting with great information from George. I'd also recommend watching the video presentation in the ticketing office about the history of the caves before heading off on the tour.
Byungjin
We joined the Ruakuri Cave tour today, and it was absolutely amazing! Our guides, Morgan and George, were incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and so patient — even when our curious 6-year-old kept asking endless (and sometimes completely random!) questions. They answered every one with genuine kindness and made our little boy feel so included and excited throughout the tour. The glowworms were simply magical — seeing them sparkle above us like a starry sky was an unforgettable experience. The whole tour was both fun and educational, and we learned so much about the cave’s history and natural wonders. Thank you, George and Morgan, for making this such a memorable day for our family. We highly recommend the Ruakuri Cave tour to anyone visiting Waitomo — especially families with young children!
Ashley
Amazing! The natural formations are breathtaking and absolutely beautiful. The guide’s explanations were detailed and informative, making the experience even more enriching. Definitely worth a visit!