Outdoor Activities

Ruakuri Cave Guided Tour

Visitors exploring Ruakuri Cave on a guided tour, New Zealand.

Visitors exploring stalactites in Ruakuri Cave during a guided tour.

Visitors exploring stalactites in Ruakuri Cave, New Zealand.

Guided walkway through Ruakuri Cave with illuminated limestone formations.

기간

1 시간 30 분

오늘 오픈

오전 9:00 - 오후 5:00

무료 취소

체험 시작 24시간 전까지 24 까지 무료 취소 가능

가이드 투어

4.5/5

(300)

Christa

Dec 2025

예약 확인

5/5

This cave ist extrordinairy beautiful. The form of the "curtains" I have never seen before. We had a really nice guide who explained the geological development as well as the life of the shining glowworms.

William

Sep 2025

예약 확인

5/5

Excellent knowledgeable guides, who gave a n outstanding descriition of the caves and their cultural snd geological significance.

Susan

Aug 2025

예약 확인

5/5

My daughter did this and absolutely loved it. I left straight away as I was feeling very claustrophobic and overwhelmed

Join a 1.5-hour tour of Ruakuri Cave, exploring impressive rock formations and the magical glow of thousands of glowworms.

Stroll through wheelchair-friendly routes featuring beautiful limestone formations, underground rivers, and iconic sites such as The Drum Passage and The Pretties.

Listen to engaging Māori legends and fascinating facts shared by guides descended from the original Māori explorers of the cave.

1.5-hour guided tour of Ruakuri Cave

English-speaking guide of Maori descent

체험 시작 24시간 전까지( 24 ) 티켓을 취소하고 전액 환불받을 수 있습니다.

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Christa
Dec 2025
예약 확인
5/5
This cave ist extrordinairy beautiful. The form of the "curtains" I have never seen before. We had a really nice guide who explained the geological development as well as the life of the shining glowworms.
John
Nov 2025
예약 확인
5/5
Fabulous caves, amazing stalactites, glow worms overhead, and knowledgeable guide. Recommended
Dale
Nov 2025
예약 확인
4/5
We thought that Rueben did a great job. Really enjoyed the rock formations
William
Sep 2025
예약 확인
5/5
Excellent knowledgeable guides, who gave a n outstanding descriition of the caves and their cultural snd geological significance.
Jonathan
Sep 2025
예약 확인
4/5
Muy buenos tours. Sobretodo el de Waitono, los glowwarms con Steve. Gran guia

Sail through an underground wonder on a tranquil boat ride beneath thousands of glowworms on a 45-minute tour of Waitomo Glowworm Cave, guided by an expert guide and surrounded by the cave’s beauty.

Getting started

Your ticket includes a 1.5-hour guided tour of Ruakuri Cave. Arrive 30 minutes early to check in and join your group before heading to the cave entrance.

What to expect

Guided cave walk: Begin your journey by descending the spectacular spiral entrance into Ruakuri Cave, a solar-powered underground wonder shaped by nature over millions of years.

Stunning limestone formations: See delicate shawl-like limestone formations, crystal tapestries, and explore notable sites including Holdens Cavern, The Drum Passage and The Ghost Passage.

Glowworms up close: Experience thousands of glowworms illuminating the cave, and learn about their fascinating life cycle on this magical subterranean tour.

Accessible and sustainable: Enjoy a fully wheelchair- and stroller-accessible path throughout the cave and visitor centre, both powered by 100% renewable energy.

Engaging storytelling: Hear fascinating stories about the cave’s history, geology, and Māori legends from knowledgeable guides descended from the original explorers.

Waitomo Caves

월요일	오전 9:00 - 오후 5:00
화요일	오전 9:00 - 오후 5:00
수요일	오전 9:00 - 오후 5:00
목요일	오전 9:00 - 오후 5:00
금요일	오전 9:00 - 오후 5:00
토요일	오전 9:00 - 오후 5:00
일요일	오전 9:00 - 오후 5:00

What to bring

Bring a warm jacket as the cave can get cool.

When you visit, make sure you've got a credit card or your phone set up for contactless payments (like Apple Pay or Google Pay).

What's not allowed

Large backpacks are not allowed inside the cave.

Smoking, food, drink or litter are not allowed inside the cave.

Pets are not allowed inside the cave.

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Please note that the wheelchair and pram/ stroller should not exceed a width of 65cm due to the narrow passageways in the cave.

Additional information

Photography and video are permitted in selected areas of the cave.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Please arrive at the meeting point 30 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at Ruakuri Visitor Centre

Address: 204, Tumutumu Road, Waitomo Caves 3985, New Zealand

Get Directions to the Meeting Point