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.

Duration

1 hr 30 mins

今天开放

9:00am - 5:00pm

可免费取消

在体验开始前24 小时内可免费取消体验

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4.7/5(354)

Wayne H

Group

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2026年5月

You really have to do cave tour that was highlight of our day. Absolutely gorgeous. How lucky are we to live in a beautiful country , tour guide was absolutely great.

Tyarna O

Couple

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2026年5月

The caves were beautiful, our guide T've was very informative and funny, and we had a great time! Lots of history and fun facts, a very cool experience.

Beverley C

Couple

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2026年3月

The tour of the cave was very assemble as had wheelchairs ramps Having no stairs made it easy to walking. The guide was full of knowledge and was very happy to answer any questions. She ensured we moved at a reasonable pace but still had time to see all the wonderful formations in the cave.

Andrea H

Couple

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2026年3月

Es war super. Auch dass es eine geführte Tour war, bei der mein Mann mit seinem Rollstuhl teilnehmen und bei Allem dabei sein konnte. Ein herzliches Dankeschön an den Höhlenführer. Wir können diese Tour nur empfehlen.

Andre E

Group

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2026年3月

The tour guide was excellent, she knew all the history, explained the life cycle of the glowworm and sang a beautiful song in Maori with all the lights off as the glow was reflected off the stream below. Magic!

Bridget W

Couple

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2026年3月

Had an amazing tour of the cave, got to see gloworms, cave formations and lots of educational stories. Well thought out path created that made it easy to explore. Highly recommend this tour.

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

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宾客感言
Tyarna O
Couple
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2026年5月
The caves were beautiful, our guide T've was very informative and funny, and we had a great time! Lots of history and fun facts, a very cool experience.
Wayne H
Group
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2026年5月
You really have to do cave tour that was highlight of our day. Absolutely gorgeous. How lucky are we to live in a beautiful country , tour guide was absolutely great.
Beverley C
Couple
确认预订
2026年3月
The tour of the cave was very assemble as had wheelchairs ramps Having no stairs made it easy to walking. The guide was full of knowledge and was very happy to answer any questions. She ensured we moved at a reasonable pace but still had time to see all the wonderful formations in the cave.
Andrea H
Couple
确认预订
2026年3月
Es war super. Auch dass es eine geführte Tour war, bei der mein Mann mit seinem Rollstuhl teilnehmen und bei Allem dabei sein konnte. Ein herzliches Dankeschön an den Höhlenführer. Wir können diese Tour nur empfehlen.
Andre E
Group
确认预订
2026年3月
The tour guide was excellent, she knew all the history, explained the life cycle of the glowworm and sang a beautiful song in Maori with all the lights off as the glow was reflected off the stream below. Magic!

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.

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