Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Guided Tour
Discover New Zealand's natural highlightsYour guided tour will take you through over 250 metres of stunning underground scenery commencing with the impressive Cathedral. The acoustics in this particular cavern are world-renowned. Acclaimed New Zealand Diva, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, has sung here and was delighted with the purity of the sound. Your tour begins at the upper entrance of the cave and proceeds along a low narrow passage to the Tomo, a deep limestone shaft.
Your experienced tour guide will deliver a highly informative commentary about the formations and the history of the area. The highlight of your tour is an unrivalled boat trip through the spectacular Glowworm Grotto. |
THE BOAT RIDE| Marvel at Mother Nature's light display as you glide silently through the starry wonderland of the Glowworm Grotto. Meander underground along the Waitomo River and gaze in silence at the myriad of glowworm lights that make up the Glowworm Grotto. As you enter this galaxy of tiny living lights, you'll immediately experience a serene ambience and be fascinated and intrigued by tiny glowworms that light your way. |
TOUR DETAILSDeparture Times:
- Tours depart every half hour daily from 9am daily.
- Addtional tour at 8.00pm from 26 December (Boxing Day) to the 28 February.
- Tour is approx 45 minutes in duration.
- Maximum group size is 50.
- Two Cave Combo tours are available to Waitomo Glowworm Caves & Aranui Cave or Ruakuri Cave.
Hours of Operation:
- Open from 9am daily, 365 days a year.
- Summer Hours: 9.00am - 5.30pm (End of October to Easter Monday)
- Winter Hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm
Additional Tour Information:
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and a warm jacket.
- The Waitomo Glowworm Caves are accessible to those with reasonable mobility, with good handrails and paths.
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PRICES
| Waitomo Glowworm Caves Guided Tour |
| Adult |
$35.00 $31.50 |
| Child (4-14 years) |
$15.00 $13.50 |
| Family Pass - (2 adults / 2 children) |
$90.00 $81.00 |
| Additional children added to a Family Pass |
$10.00 $9.00 (per child) |
| Adult |
$50.00 $45.00 |
| Child (4-14 years) |
$24.00 $21.60 |
| Family Pass - (2 adults / 2 children) |
$130.00 $117.00 |
| Additional children added to a Family Pass |
$15.00 $13.50 (per child) |
| Adult |
$69.00 $62.10 |
| Child (4-14 years) |
$27.00 $24.30 |
| Family Pass (2 adults / 2 children) |
$175.00 $157.50 |
| Additional children added to a Family Pass |
$20.00 $18.00 (per child) |
| Adult |
$93.00 $83.70 |
| Child (4-14 years) |
$39.00 $35.10 |
| Family Pass (2 adults / 2 children) |
$225.00 $202.50 |
| Additional children added to a Family Pass |
$32.00 $28.80 (per child) |
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| Adult |
$185.00 |
| Child (5-14 years) |
$92.50 |
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Booking Conditions:
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Prices and tour times are valid until 30 September 2008 and are subject to change without notice.
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The 10% discount offer is valid for bookings made via this website only and travel must be completed by 30 September 2008. It does not apply to the Discover Waitomo Caves ex Auckland Bus Tour.
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Tours are subject to availability and weather conditions.
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3 of the Best Cave Pass includes guided tours of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Aranui Cave and Ruakuri Cave.
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Child age is 4-14 years inclusive. Children under 3 are free.
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Family Pass is for 2 adults and 2 children. Additional children can be added at a reduced rate.
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No smoking, food, drink or litter are permitted inside the caves.
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Photography and video are not permitted inside the Glowworm Caves.
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Management reserve the right to refuse entry to the caves. |
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