Join the original Waitomo black water rafting tour. Explore Ruakuri Cave on an exhilarating underground adventure with climbing, floating, and leaping over cascading underground waterfalls.

Discover the spectacular Ruakuri Cave, the longest of Waitomo’s underground caves, on a 1.5-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable local guide.

We offer two different Blackwater Rafting experiences through the Ruakuri Cave. The Black Labyrinth is the original, 3-hour Blackwater Rafting tour. You will jump off two small waterfalls (highest is 1.5 meters), float on a tube underneath an impressive display of glowworms and navigate through the...

• The Legendary Black Water Rafting Co.
• Ruakuri Cave

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Your safety is our team's top priority., You must check in 30 minutes before the tour departs at 585 Waitomo Caves Road, Waitomo Caves, All Participants for the Black Abyss must be at least 16-years-old and weigh at least 45kgs., All Participants for the Black Labyrinth must be at least 12-years-old and weigh at least 45kgs., Due to high demand and limited capacity if you miss your scheduled tour time your ticket(s) are forfeited and non refundable. New bookings will incur the full tour cost and are subject to availability., Water temperature sits at around 10-15 degrees Celsius., We require a minimum of two participants for a tour to operate - if you are the only participant confirmed, you may be asked to amend your tour time, The Black Labyrinth (3-hour tour) does NOT include the abseil and zipline., Customers do not need to be able to swim, but these tours are best suited for those who are comfortable with at least standing in fast-moving water., Cameras and personal devices are not allowed on these tours, Bring swimwear & a towel - we'll supply the rest!, We ask those who have serious medical problems to contact us before booking onto our tours., Please understand that your guides have final discretion of whether you will be able to participate on our tours.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Test your limits with this thrilling caving tour at the Waitomo Caves. Abseil into the Ruakuri Cave, zipline through a gallery of illuminating glowworms, and climb underground waterfalls.

Take a trip through the magical underground world of sparkling glowworms and fascinating caverns with a private day tour from Auckland to Waitomo Caves. Visiting the Waitomo Glowworm Caves is a must-do experience, with the Arachnocampa Luminosa species of glowworm only found in New Zealand. Get the ...

• Auckland Central
• Te Awamutu
• Waitomo Glowworm Caves
• Ruakuri Cave
• Otorohanga
• Auckland Central

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, Sun protection, jacket/warm layer, & any essential personal items., Easy and good fitness level required., This is a guided walking tour and sensible walking footwear is recommended., No photography is permitted inside the Waitomo caves, and cameras and Go Pros cannot be taken on the tour., Photography is permitted in Ruakuri Cave so bring your camera to click the best shots, No backpacks or large bags allowed in cave due to delicate formations., Please do not touch the formation in the cave as it discoloured easily, please help us protect our cave., Tours are suitable for people of all ages and average fitness. Our scenic walks are short and optional. Please let our guide know at check in if you have any fitness concerns., The caves are accessible to those with reasonable mobility, as there are good handrails and paths. There is no wheelchair access., Caves average at a temperature of 16-17 degrees Celcius year round, You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Get the most out of your visit with a package to explore more than just one unforgettable cave at Waitomo in this small group day tour from Auckland. Visiting the Waitomo Glowworm Caves is a must-do experience, with the Arachnocampa Luminosa species of glowworm only found in New Zealand. This most p...

• Auckland Central
• Te Awamutu
• Waitomo Glowworm Caves
• Ruakuri Cave
• Auckland Central

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund., Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, Sun protection, jacket/warm layer, & any essential personal items., Easy and good fitness level required., This is a guided walking tour and sensible walking footwear is recommended., No photography is permitted inside the Waitomo caves, and cameras and Go Pros cannot be taken on the tour., Photography is permitted in Ruakuri Cave so bring your camera to click the best shots., No backpacks or large bags allowed in cave due to delicate formations., Please do not touch the formation in the cave as it discoloured easily, please help us protect our cave., You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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 ...

Ruakuri Cave offers a captivating blend of Waitomo's most compelling subterranean experiences. Journey down through the spectacular spiral entrance, and marvel at the softly folding shawl-like limestone formations and crystal tapestries. Hear the distant thunder of the subterranean waterfalls and ge...

• Ruakuri Cave

• Wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children must be accompanied by an adult, All you will need are comfortable shoes and a warm jacket., You must check in 30 minutes before the tour departs, Due to high demand and limited capacity if you are late or miss your scheduled tour time your ticket(s) are forfeited and non refundable. New bookings will incur the full tour cost and are subject to availability, Your own transport is required, Stroller/wheelchair width must not exceed 65cm

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Experience New Zealand’s most famous underground tubing adventure, the 3-hour Black Labyrinth at Ruakuri Cave. Float, jump, and weave your way through glowworm-lit waters on this rafting tour with expert guides. Getting started Meet your guide at the Ruakuri Cave base, where you’ll be given a safety...

Experience black water rafting at Ruakuri Cave on a full-day adventure. Abseil, zipline, tube, and climb through glowworm-lit caves with an expert guide. Getting started Meet your expert guide at the Ruakuri Cave base. They will provide a safety briefing, fit your wetsuit, helmet, abseiling gear, an...