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About Waitomo
Waitomo is a world-renowned destination and one of New Zealand's top tourist attractions.

Waitomo Homestead
A place to relax, fill up and prep for your adventure!

Waitomo Glowworm Caves Visitor Centre
Begin and finish your Waitomo Glowworm Caves tour here.

Manaakitanga
Manaakitanga, a concept unique to Aotearoa inspires our care of our visitors.

Kaitiakitanga
Kaitiakitanga means guardianship and conservation.

Whanaungatanga
Whanaungatanga means family in Māori

Waitomo Glowworm Caves Cafe and Restaurant
The restaurant has a delicious menu.

Long Black Cafe
The Long Black Cafe is a great place to sit back and relax.

Huhu Cafe
Huhu Cafe offers visitors to Waitomo the opportunity to sample great New Zealand cuisine in a beautiful setting. We offer a delicious evening...

Tomo Bar & Eatery
The Tomo Bar & Eatery is an authentic kiwi pub with a warm atmosphere, cold beer and delicious food.

YHA waitomo juno hall
Come and relax at our modern 40-bed hostel. Situated on our farm, 1km away from Waitomo Village with stunning views and native forest as your...

Environment & Sustainability
Discover Waitomo is privileged to be both the commercial operator and kaitiaki of the Waitomo Glowworm Cave, the Ruakuri Cave and the Aranui Cave...

Conference Centre
Set amongst native New Zealand bush in the heart of the North Island, the iconic Waitomo Glowworm Caves are the ideal location for all your business...

Frequently Asked Questions
Not sure what you need to bring or the time to be ready for the tour - check our our FAQs.

Top 10 Tips to Make the Most of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves
The cave system in Waitomo might be complex but your visit doesn’t need to be