Unforgettable Waitomo Caves Adventures & Glowworm Tours

Join this tour to visit two of New Zealand’s most famous attractions, Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Caves, in one easy day trip from Auckland. Our tour is the new extended Hobbiton Experience (now 2.5 hours) where you can venture beyond the door to a fully themed Hobbit Hole interior. Immerse yours...

• Auckland Central
• Hobbiton Movie Set
• Waitomo Glowworm Caves

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children must be accompanied by an adult, A maximum of 14 people per booking (We can provide this tour to groups larger than 14 by discussions with Viator and ourselves), Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, Not Wheel-Suitable Friendly as these are walking tours, We can provide NZ Safety Approved Child Car Seats and Booster Seats. We do not provide strollers or infant back packs, We do not pick up from the suburbs of Auckland; only the Downtown CBD and 1 location in South Auckland for those staying near the airport-The Sebel Manukau Hotel, 16 Lakewood Court, Manukau, There is no photography allowed in the area of the Caves where the glowworms are as the glowworms react negatively to flashlight and will turn their lights off and they then take 2 hours to return to their full luminescence., Tour leaves Auckland at 6:30am with everyone on board-the pickups occur across the CBD in the 25 minutes prior to that, We offer a later tour leaving Auckland at 7:30am subject to availability and once the earlier 6:30am departure is sold out

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

One day. Two worlds you won't find anywhere else. Above ground, step into the storybook setting of Hobbiton Movie Set, where rolling green hills and tiny Hobbit holes bring Middle-earth to life. Then head underground into the darkness of Waitomo, where thousands of glowworms turn the caves into a na...

• Auckland Central
• Waikato Region
• Hobbiton Movie Set
• Karapiro
• Otorohanga
• Waitomo Glowworm Caves
• Auckland

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund., Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately., The legal drinking age is 18, and ID may be required, Due to uneven surfaces. steps & a moderate amount of walking being involved, this tour is not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties, or wheelchair users

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

Visit two of New Zealand’s most iconic attractions in one unforgettable journey through movie magic and natural wonders. Begin at the Hobbiton Movie Set with a professionally guided 2.5-hour tour through the landscapes of the Shire, where The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies were brought t...

• Hobbiton Movie Set
• Waitomo Glowworm Caves

• Specialized infant seats are available, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Infant seats must be requested at least 24 hours in advance (extra charges apply), A minimum of 2 people is required for the tour to operate

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

New Zealand’s most remarkable landscapes aren’t always found in plain sight. Journey from Auckland to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, where thousands of tiny lights illuminate an underground world hidden beneath the hills of the Waikato. Then continue to Rotorua and Te Puia to experience steaming geoth...

• Auckland Central
• Waikato Region
• Waitomo Glowworm Caves
• Te Puia
• Rotorua
• Auckland

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund., Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately and wear comfortable footwear., Due to uneven surfaces, stairs & a moderate amount of walking, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.

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

Visit the enchanting Waitomo Glowworm Caves for a guided 45-minute tour through this underground wonder, seeing stalactites, stalagmites, and sparkling glowworms. Then head to a hidden gem near the township of Matamata, the Hobbiton Movie Set which is a world-famous film location for the Lord of the...

• GreatSights
• Waitomo Glowworm Caves
• Hobbiton Movie Set

• Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

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

Experience two North Island icons on a day tour from Auckland. Travel south from Auckland to Hobbiton. On arrival at Shire’s Rest you embark on your Hobbiton Movie Set tour. You see 44 hobbit holes, the Mill and double arch bridge and the Party Tree. At this stunning location you can take a photo a...

• Taupiri
• Hobbiton Movie Set
• Waitomo Glowworm Caves

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Please wear comfortable walking shoes and suitable outdoor clothing, Pick up and drop off from inner city Auckland accommodation included, Please reconfirm your pick up time 24 hours before the tours departure, Please note the tours at Hobbiton and Waitomo are walks - including stairs, Tour available for ages 5+ - not suitable for infants, Not recommended for travellers with walking difficulties

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

Discover New Zealand’s wonders with our Spellbound Glowworm Cave and Explorer Tour. Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers, this tour offers a blend of bioluminescence and natural beauty that will captivate you. Begin your adventure with our expert guide leading you through mesmerizing cav...

• Auckland Central
• Waitomo Glowworm Caves
• Otorohanga
• Auckland

• Specialized infant seats are available, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, You do need to be able to walk for at least 40 minutes at a time over gentle terrain and pathways. We do not climb or crawl anywhere in our caves. There are no stairs in our caves. For those with mobility concerns, you will need to step up 40cm into and out of a transit van and down 40cm into and out of our raft. We do not take wheelchairs or walking frames. If you are concerned or unsure if your fitness is adequate, please contact us.

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

Discover two of New Zealand’s top attractions in one unforgettable day. Our small-group Hobbiton & Waitomo tour gives you more - more time to explore, more comfort, and thoughtful touches that set us apart. With a maximum of 15 guests, enjoy a relaxed pace, surprise photo stops, and secret encount...

• Auckland Central
• Waikato Region
• Hobbiton Movie Set
• Otorohanga
• Waitomo Glowworm Caves
• Auckland

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund., Due to uneven surfaces & a moderate amount of walking being involved, this tour is not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties, or wheelchair users, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately., If you are visiting off a cruise ship, please be aware we cannot guarantee to be back in time for a 6:30/7:00/7:30 PM cruise departure, The legal drinking age is 18, and ID may be required

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

Be amazed by the thousands of magical glowworms above on this 45-minute group guided tour, as you glide silently by boat in the world famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Many of the current guides are descendants of the Maori chief who originally explored the cave and can share with you the remarkable hi...

• Waitomo Glowworm Caves

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Bring comfortable waking 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, No photography allowed, Not suitable for those who have difficulty navigating stairs

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

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.