2 hour(s) 15 minute(s)
English
Included
Cruise across scenic Lake Te Anau and native forest
Explore fascinating limestone caves filled with glowing worms
Learn about Fiordland flora, fauna, and local history
Enjoy guided tours with knowledgeable and friendly guides
€ 33.86
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Embark on a unique Fiordland adventure that begins with a scenic cruise across the pristine waters of Lake Te Anau. As you glide past stunning shoreline landscapes, enjoy the calm of the lake and take in the surrounding mountains and native forest. This serene journey provides a perfect introduction to the natural beauty of the region and offers ample opportunities for photography and wildlife spotting. Knowledgeable guides share insights about the history, flora, and fauna of Fiordland, making the experience both relaxing and educational.
After the lake cruise, venture into the lush native forest, where a short walk leads you to the impressive Te Anau Caves. Here, explore the fascinating limestone formations carved over thousands of years and witness the magical glow of thousands of tiny glowworms illuminating the cave ceilings. The guided tour through the caves combines adventure and wonder, offering visitors a rare glimpse into this unique natural phenomenon. With its combination of scenic water travel, peaceful forest walks, and captivating underground exploration, this journey offers a complete Fiordland experience suitable for nature lovers, families, and adventurers alike, creating unforgettable memories of one of New Zealand’s most remarkable regions.
Return scenic lake cruise across Lake Te Anau
Guided tour into the caves systems and Glowworm Grotto
Guided talk on caves and glowworms by expert guides
Complimentary tea and coffee
Personal expenses
Gratuities
Comfortable shoes
Waterproof jacket
Warm sweater or fleece jacket
Sunglasses & Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Lunch or snacks
Personal medication for asthma and allergies
Some bending is required at caves entrance and steps are involved
No photography or filming inside the cave
Some bending and steps required at entrance
Periods of silence during the experience
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This is Avery well timed slick operation, amazingly coordinated and moves a huge amount of people through a day in a friendly, informative and comfortable fashion. It’s a great way to see something unusual and learn a lot in a short period. I would recommend it :)
The entire experience is amazing, beautiful views on the boat ride to the caves as well and knowledgeable staff. We were fortunate to see close to a hundred glow worms light up
Bizarre, but really underrated experience Walk up on a gangway thru a cave, get into a guided self propelled boat in pitch black to see glow worms One of those experiences that will stay with you!
Loved our guide, she was very clear with her instructions, didn’t let any of us hit out heads on low rocks and shared interesting rid bits of information about the caves, there was also a very informative presentation on the glow worms afterwards, the lady speaking kept it interesting and amusing and they provided free hot chocolate which waa perfect after the cold caves :)
I was very excited about this tour as some of the pics I had seen looked pretty cool! Sadly it may have been the timing of my visit but there wasn’t that many glow worms in the tunnel… the ones we saw were pretty cool but it was limited! Overall the experience of the boat, caves and education did make a fun evening!
This totally blew my mind - it was extremely well organised and the activities far exceeded my expectations. The boat trip in itself was fab but the glow worms my oh my that was amazing! Going deep into the mountain with the underground river roaring by you with the incredible shapes the water had carved - then a boat trip in the pitch black to see the beautiful glow worms - wow wow wow. The guides were so professional and fun and knowledgeable too 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟thank you for a fantastic afternoon
Excellent. Well choreographed. The explanation at the end and the presentation was really informative. Enjoyable evening activity with my teenage kids.
These caves are a culturally and ecologically important system of limestone caves on the western shore of Lake Te Anau, in the southwest of New Zealand. It is a major tourist attraction for the area, as the part of the caverns close to the lake shore is home to glow worms. No one is allowed to take photos inside the caves where the glow worms live for personal safety reasons. Very popular place, lots of tourists and locals. We boarded the boat at Te Anau that took us across to the caves about 30 minutes away. Fee charged for the trip and entry. Uneven terrain, lot of walking. Inside the caves, head clearances are unpredictable and hence you have to be careful especially as it dark in the caves. The guides use torches but its use is minimal. Part of the journey inside involves travel on small boats that are pulled along a fixed route. The glow worms are amazing to see and it is a wonder of nature. Pity that photography is not allowed.
Staff are amazing, giving a balanced amount of information and quiet time from the 25 minute smooth boat across the lake, to taking small groups of about 10 into the cave onto a smaller boat. Not sure why there’s no photos in the cave, I understand no flash and once you’re in the pitch black, but not on entry. However, an amazing walk through the water gushing caves and then into the pitch black to see these fascinating creatures. Presentation at the end was great too.
Wow, an unforgettable and magical experience that left me in awe. Our guide was wonderful...and then she sang "Hallelujah" in the middle of the cave...I had goosebumps and there might have been something in my eye...I was very moved by her beautiful voice. The trio to the cave was equally as wonderful...the amazing views are truly what makes New Zealand so special. Highly recommend!!!
