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Guided tour
Transfers included
Hotel pickup
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Join a full-day small-group day tour from Auckland to see Waitomo Glowworm Cave, Te Puia’s geothermal wonders, and Rotorua’s city highlights.
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Explore Waitomo Glowworm Cave on a 45-minute guided tour with stalactites and stalagmites, then enjoy a serene boat ride beneath the glowworm-lit grotto.
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Explore Te Puia Geothermal Park with a guide, seeing geysers, hot springs, Māori arts, and the unique Kiwi bird up close.
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Drive through Rotorua’s most iconic sights, including Lake Rotorua, Rotorua Museum, Government Gardens, Rachel Spring, and the Blue Baths.
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Full-day, small-group tour of Waitomo Glowworm Cave, Rotorua, & Te Puia
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Round-trip hotel transfers from Auckland CBD
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1.5-hour guided tour of Te Puia Geothermal Park
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45-minute guided tour of Waitomo Glowworm Cave
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20-minute guided driving tour of Rotorua city highlights
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English-speaking guide
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Waitomo River boat ride
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Kiwi bird-watching
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Snacks & water
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You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Experience New Zealand’s natural wonders and rich Māori culture on a full-day, small-group guided tour. Explore glowworm caves, geothermal phenomena, Māori heritage, and Rotorua city sights with passionate guides bringing the journey to life.
Getting started
Your adventure begins with a morning pickup from your Auckland CBD hotel. Board your vehicle and scenic drive through the Waikato countryside toward the Waitomo Glowworm Cave.
What to expect
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Waikato countryside: Travel through lush farmland, mighty rivers, and mountains. Pass sites of Māori cultural significance, including burial grounds and totem poles.
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Pirongia: Stop for a quick coffee break in this idyllic town while learning about local history and the New Zealand Land Wars.
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Otorohanga: Drive through “The Kiwiana Capital of New Zealand,” spotting iconic Kiwi-themed attractions and photo opportunities.
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Waitomo Glowworm Cave: Take a guided 45-minute tour of the caves, exploring stalactites, stalagmites, and limestone columns. Float on a boat along the underground river beneath thousands of glowing glowworms, a unique New Zealand experience for over 120 years.
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Big Bird: En route to Rotorua, meet friendly animals outside Big Bird for quick photos with these local creatures.
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Te Puia Geothermal Park: Enjoy a fully guided tour of geothermal and cultural wonders, including Pōhutu Geyser, Māori architecture, The National Māori Arts School, geothermal craters, and even Kiwi bird viewing.
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Rotorua city highlights: Take a guided driving tour of Rotorua city, seeing Lake Rotorua, Rotorua Museum, Government Gardens, Whangapipiro (Rachel Spring), and the Blue Baths.
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Return to Auckland: Relax on the scenic drive back to your hotel, completing your full-day adventure.
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What to bring
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Wear non-slip shoes as the cave floors are wet and slippery.
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Bring a warm jacket as the temperature of the cave can be cool.
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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
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Photography, videography, smoking, food, drink or litter are not allowed inside the Waitomo Glowworm Cave.
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Oversized items including bikes, surfboards and your pet are not allowed on this tour.
Accessibility
- The Waitomo Glowworm Cave is suitable for guests with reasonable mobility, with well-maintained paths and sturdy handrails throughout. However, it is not accessible for wheelchairs or prams/strollers.
Additional information
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Children under the age of 7 must be in a child safety seat, as per the legal requirement in New Zealand.
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Children aged 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over on this tour.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID during the pick-up.
Hotel Transfers
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This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs.
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In the next step of booking, please specify the name and address of your hotel.
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On the day of your tour, please arrive at your hotel lobby 10-15 minutes prior to the scheduled pickup time.
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If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of your hotel.
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