Waitomo Caves & Rotorua Te Puia Day Tour from Auckland

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Highlights & inclusions

Full-day small group tour from Auckland
Scenic drive through Waikato farmland
Tour of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Boat ride through the Glowworm Grotto
Show with haka, poi and stick games
Visit Te Puia’s geysers and mud pools
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$459.00NZD
No cancellation allowed for this experience

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What you can expect

Embark on a full-day adventure from Auckland to two iconic destinations, including the Waitomo Glowworm Caves and the Te Puia geothermal valley. Your journey begins with a scenic drive through the Waikato countryside before arriving at Waitomo. Here, you get to explore caves filled with incredible rock formations and board a silent boat ride through the Glowworm Grotto, where thousands of glow worms illuminate the cave ceiling.

The experience continues with a journey south to Rotorua and Te Puia, where Māori culture and geothermal landscapes await. Watch a cultural performance featuring the haka, poi dance, and traditional stick games, before joining a guided walk through Te Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley. You'll see bubbling mud pools and the world-famous Pohutu Geyser shooting steaming water high into the air. You’ll also have access to Te Puia’s carving and weaving schools, where master artists pass down their skills. This small-group tour delivers a day filled with natural beauty, culture, and history, making for a perfect New Zealand adventure.

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What you need to know

Inclusions
  • Return transfers from Auckland
  • Informative driver commentary
  • Guided tour of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves
  • Guided tour of Te Puia geothermal valley
  • Access to the woodcarving and weaving schools
  • Water and snacks
Time
  • Hotel pickups start at 6am
  • Please be ready at your confirmed pickup location 15 minutes prior to your departure time
Duration
  • This experience is approximately 11 hours in duration.
Departure Location
  • This experience includes return transfers from your central Auckland accommodation. Please advise your address at the time of booking.
What To Bring
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Sunglasses and sunscreen
  • Warm jacket
Terms And Conditions
  • Infants under three years travel free of charge; please advise upon booking
  • Car seats available to hire for infants under three years; you are welcome to bring your own child seats
Cancellation Policy
  • Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
  • Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
  • Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
  • Non-refundable
Booking Information
  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements