Embark on an intimate, personalised, and eco-friendly adventure in Waitomo Glowworm Caving. Discover amazing glow worm displays, away from the crowds, with small group sizes and a family-owned experience.
Embark on an intimate, personalised, and eco-friendly adventure in Waitomo Glowworm Caving. Discover amazing glow worm displays, away from the crowds, with small group sizes and a family-owned experience.
- Down to Earth - Waitomo Eco Tours - Spend approximately 2 hours underground, with the entire adventure taking about 3 hours. Here’s the schedule:
- Begin with a 20-minute preparation and safety briefing.
- Followed by a 10-minute walk to the cave entrance.
- Enjoy a 10-15 minute walk through the beautiful New Zealand bush and Mangapu gorge as a…
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Down to Earth - Waitomo Eco Tours - Spend approximately 2 hours underground, with the entire adventure taking about 3 hours. Here’s the schedule:
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Begin with a 20-minute preparation and safety briefing.
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Followed by a 10-minute walk to the cave entrance.
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Enjoy a 10-15 minute walk through the beautiful New Zealand bush and Mangapu gorge as a warm-up.
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Discover the caves for just over 2 hours, featuring glowworm displays along the journey.
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After exploring the cave, take a 10-minute walk back through the bush to the office/house.
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Take some extra time to change and savor a well-deserved tea or coffee with some delightful cookies.
- Genuine Kiwi hospitality at its best
- See the caves just as nature intended
- All caving equipment & warm clothing provided
- Adventure photos emailed after your tour
- Tea and coffee
- Guided by a local with deep knowledge & connection
- Genuine Kiwi hospitality at its best
- See the caves just as nature intended
- All caving equipment & warm clothing provided
- Adventure photos emailed after your tour
- Tea and coffee
- Guided by a local with deep knowledge & connection
- Pick-up and drop-off services
- Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)
- Pick-up and drop-off services
- Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)
Embark on an adventure into our exclusive caves, nestled in the picturesque hills of Waitomo — pristine, untouched, and illuminated by glowworms.
Experience caving as it should be: engaging, breathtaking, and slightly magical.
Prepare yourself and follow your guide through native forests before entering our hidden cave system. With your headlamp lighting…
Embark on an adventure into our exclusive caves, nestled in the picturesque hills of Waitomo — pristine, untouched, and illuminated by glowworms.
Experience caving as it should be: engaging, breathtaking, and slightly magical.
Prepare yourself and follow your guide through native forests before entering our hidden cave system. With your headlamp lighting the path, navigate around massive boulders, traverse shallow streams, and marvel at ancient limestone formations — all while surrounded by the glow of millions of glowworms.
Escape the crowds — our small-group tours provide a genuinely authentic experience.
Compact cameras are welcome — with ample time and space to capture the enchantment.
Connect with a guide who reveals the caves’ secrets and stories, making your journey personal and unforgettable.
Cherished by travelers worldwide, with thousands of glowing 5-star reviews.
- Not suitable for elderly or those with mobility issues — involves climbing, hills, and wading through streams.
- Maximum of 8 people per tour.
- Minimum age is 12 years.
- Children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
- A reasonable/good level of fitness is required.
- NO large cameras or tripods. Phones or pocket sized cameras are welcome.
- Safety First — if flooding means we need to cancel, you’ll receive a full refund.
- Not recommended for travelers with a low level of fitness
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
