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Discover the luminary magic of Te Anau's Glowworm Caves on a guided tour that combines a tranquil lake cruise, forest walk, and underground spectacle.
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Theresa
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Enjoy a small-group guided tour of the Te Anau Glowworm Caves with your family, a 2.5-hour journey exploring New Zealand's famed subterranean wonder.
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Begin with a scenic cruise across Lake Te Anau, leading to the Cavern House on the Western shore, featuring informative displays about the caves.
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Venture into the heart of the Glowworm Caves, a mesmerizing natural light show created by bioluminescent gnats, a quintessential Fiordland experience.
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Go on a serene forest walk with your guide, learning about native flora and fauna, before cruising back and enjoying complimentary tea or coffee.
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Did you know? These caves are relatively young, at just 12,000 years old, and are still being sculpted by the river flowing within them.
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Glowworm Caves tour
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Forest walk
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Return cruise across Lake Te Anau
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Expert guide
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Small group (max 14 people)
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Complimentary tea & coffee
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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A journey into nature’s nightlight
Are you looking for an offbeat family experience? Hop on this 2.5-hour tour of Te Anau Glowworm Caves with a small group for an intimate and personalized experience. Your guided tour begins with a refreshing cruise across the serene Lake Te Anau, aboard a purpose-built vessel. As you soak in the tranquil beauty of the lake, prepare to be intrigued by the informative and engaging displays at the Cavern House, your first stop on the Western shore. On this astounding journey, you'll be accompanied by an expert nature guide who will illuminate the wonders of this unique ecosystem.
A luminary exploration
Descend into the heart of the Glowworm Caves, a place where hundreds of bioluminescent gnats, mistakenly called glow worms, create an ethereal light show. Traversing the underground network, you'll pass by the rushing water of an underground stream, an experience that is sure to leave you awestruck. Post the subterranean adventure, complimentary tea and coffee serve as a warm, comforting conclusion. This tour beautifully combines the tranquility of Lake Te Anau, the enchantment of the Glowworm Caves, and a fascinating forest walk, promising a memorable exploration of New Zealand's Fiordland region.
What to bring
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It is recommended to wear non-slip shoes or boots, a waterproof jacket, and a warm sweater or fleece jacket.
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It is advised to carry sunscreen, sunglasses, and insect repellent.
What's not allowed
- Photography and video filming are not permitted inside the cave.
Accessibility
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This experience is not suitable for wheelchair passengers or those wearing heeled shoes.
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A reasonable agility level is necessary as some bending is required due to low cave entrances, and steps are involved.
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This experience is not suitable for infants.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 20 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Meeting point
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Meet your guide at RealNZ - Te Anau Visitor Centre.
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Address: 85 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau 9640, New Zealand.
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