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Waitomo Glowworm & Ruakuri Twin Cave Experience - Small Group Tour From Auckland
Auckland, North Island, New Zealand
$289.72
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Get the most out of your visit with a package to explore more than just one unforgettable cave at Waitomo in this small group day tour from Auckland. Visiting the Waitomo Glowworm Caves is a must-do experience, with the Arachnocampa Luminosa species of glowworm only found in New Zealand. This most popular combo combines the famous Waitomo glowworm cave with a walking tour of the stunning Ruakuri Cave providing an ultimate Waitomo caving experience.
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Waitomo Ruakuri Cave (SMG)
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 11 hours
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
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- Immerse yourself in geology and history of the Waitomo caves with the help of a tour guide
- See more glow-worms than you could ever imagine all lighting up above your head!
- Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland CBD
- A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
- Be captivated by the thousands of magical glow-worms as you glide silently by boat
- Marvel at unique rock formations, subterranean rivers, and thousands of glow-worms
- Complimentary High-Speed Internet onboard the minibus
- Discover Waitomo’s longest underground guided walking tour as you explore Ruakuri Cave
- Go deeper into the story as you descend the dramatic spiral entrance
- Boat ride on an underground stream through the Waitomo Glowworm Caves
- Experience top best North Island destinations in one day on an all-encompassing tour
- Walk through the Cathedral Cave and experience the amazing acoustics
- Admission to fully guided 90 minutes experience Waitomo Ruakuri Cave
- Marvel at awe-inspiring stalactites and stalagmites during the the iconic Glow-worm Caves
- Luxurious temperature controlled transportation
- Admission to fully guided 45 minutes experience Waitomo Glow Worm Cave
- Fully guided return transfers from Auckland
- Complimentary refreshments and water on board
- Stare up at thousands of glowing glow-worms above you
- Leave you open-mouthed, awe-struck and humbled by the sheer majesty of nature
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Breakfast
Meeting point
Our central meeting point in Auckland City is in front of Movenpick Hotel (8 Customs Street East, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010). This meeting point is well connected with Auckland's public transport network. Kindly advise us if you will be meeting us at this location.
Return details
Our central meeting point in Auckland City is in front of Movenpick Hotel (8 Customs Street East, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010). This meeting point is well connected with Auckland's public transport network. Kindly advise us if you will be meeting us at this location.
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Auckland CentralWe pickup travellers from most locations in the Auckland CBD location. If your pickup location is not available on the list, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will do our very best to accommodate your request.
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We stop to get some great coffee at your own expense and a comfort break before we continue our journey into the Waikato region.
- Te Awamutu calls itself the ‘Rose Capital of New Zealand’. During the blooming season, November to April, the garden next to the visitor centre is a technicolour dream as 2000 rose bushes turn on the charm. (pass by)
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Waitomo Glowworm CavesBe amazed by thousands of magical glowworms above as you glide silently by boat in the world famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves. The enchanting Waitomo Caves have been attracting visitors for more than 120 years, thanks to their incredible limestone formations and luminescent glowworms. The subterranean cave system is located beneath the rolling green countryside of the Waikato, one of New Zealand’s prime farming regions. Your guided Waitomo Caves tour will be an unforgettable sightseeing experience as you walk through majestic caverns, explore limestone shafts, marvel at the stalactites and stalagmites and enjoy a boat ride through a grotto lit by thousands of tiny native glowworms. Glowworm caves in New Zealand offer visitors the chance to explore dark caves that are lit up by thousands of tiny glowworms (scientifically known as Arachnocampa Luminosa) who shine bright as a way to attract their prey.
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Ruakuri CaveOffering a captivating blend of the most compelling subterranean experiences (including glowworms), it will leave you open-mouthed, awe-struck and humbled by the sheer majesty of nature. Begin the tour by journeying down through the spectacular, man-made spiral entrance, marvel at the softly folding shawl-like limestone formations and crystal tapestries while listening to the distant thunder of subterranean waterfalls. If you want to see glowworms up-close and personal and learn about their fascinating life, then this is the tour for you.
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Auckland CentralAfter an exhilarating fun-filled experience at Waitomo , it is now time to head back to Auckland to conclude your evening and drop-off at your hotel in Auckland. We can also drop you at your accommodation in Waitomo if you are staying locally in the region.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Waitomo Glowworm & Ruakuri Twin Cave Experience - Small Group Tour From Auckland
Auckland, North Island, New Zealand
$289.72
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
—
Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!