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Waitomo Caves & Rotorua including Te Puia

Name: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua including Te Puia
Brand: Cheeky Kiwi Travel
Price: 419 NZD
Availability: InStock

From NZD$419

4.8

(712 reviews)

Departs from: Auckland

Duration: 13 hours

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Discover the best of nature, culture, and adventure on this small group, fully guided day trip from Auckland to Waitomo and Rotorua. Explore the magical underground world of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves and experience the geothermal wonders and rich Māori culture of Te Puia. With knowledgeable guides, comfortable transport, and incredible scenery throughout, this is the ultimate North Island experience.

Why you’ll love this

Explore the famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves on a guided tour and boat ride

Visit Te Puia Geothermal Park and see the powerful Pōhutu Geyser in action

Discover Māori traditions, carving and weaving at the National Māori Arts School

Enjoy a guided Rotorua city highlights tour, including Government Gardens and Lake Rotorua

Travel in comfort with an expert local guide and a small group

Itinerary

What’s included

Fully guided small group tour from Auckland

Entry tickets to Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Te Puia

Complimentary water and snacks

Modern, comfortable minibus with air conditioning

Live commentary from your expert local guide

Please note

Please be aware that while lunch is not provided on this tour, there will be several opportunities for you to purchase food along the way.

Why choose us

Famously passionate tour guides

Our guides share stories, laughs, and Kiwi charm on every journey.

Travel in comfort

Small groups, big comfort. Relax in our modern Mercedes minibuses with style and space.

Award-winning tours

Thousands of five-star reviews and top travel awards - experiences loved worldwide.

Kiwi owned. Kiwi operated

Proudly local and passionate about sharing authentic New Zealand with every traveller.

Stories worth sharing

3/20/2026

Waitomo & Rotorua

Fantastic experience from start to finish, I really enjoyed both parts of the tour. Highly recommend it! John was an excellent guide, very informative, and brought a personal touch to the experience, even sharing some great photos.

Yamila G

3/17/2026

Great, full day trip

The tour was fab, pick up spot on time, Matt welcomed us, explained the day, gave interesting insights en route, drove safely and directly. Knew when to let us doze, especially after an 05.45 start!. Trip did everything'it said on the tin'!

Difference

3/15/2026

What a cool day experiencing nature

Had such a wonderful experience with Ben. He was a great guide- funny and informative. The area we got to see was absolutely stunning. The caves were something out of a fairytale and Te Puia was so interesting and beautiful. I'd highly recommend this tour and this company.

Jesse F

3/10/2026

Would do another tour with them!

Our guide Jeff was great! He was very pro active in communicating details of pick up day before and let everything settle. Tour was amazing with good conservation and explanations!

Leila B

3/9/2026

Otherworldly experience

Loved this wonderful tour with Trent as our fabulous guide for the day. He was super knowledgeable throughout the day pointing out sites and discussing history as we traveled. The caves and geothermal site were otherworldly. The motor van was comfortable and Trent even provided snacks and waters. Great day!

Danielle R

3/7/2026

Fantastic

Fantastic experience from start to finish. Well organized and timed. Our guide, Jeoff, was awesome. Very knowledgeable and helpful. Definitely recommend!

Natalie W

3/6/2026

Jeoff is a fantastic guide!

Jeoff picked us up promptly and drove our small group from Auckland to the Waitomo Caves. Along the way, he shared stories about New Zealand. The caves were very cool to see. We also saw the geysers at Te Puia. It was a long day but Jeoff tried to break it up with a few extra stops: we stopped to feed an ostrich and got ice cream cones.

LadyDi1162

3/6/2026

Waitomo

Excellent experience. Will recommend.

Bernadette B

3/6/2026

Waitomo Caves & Rotorua

From pick up to drop off the whole day was excellent. Timmy is a fantastic driver and tour guide, very knowledgeable, kept the group on time, gave extra information on shopping and places to dine. Well done Timmy, excellent customer service, keep up the great work you do. Thank you for making our first trip to New Zealand a memorable one. W & M Eadie

Mark E

3/2/2026

The fun kiwi adventure

The Ultimate Kiwi Adventure! If you are looking for a seamless, fun way to see the North Island’s best highlights, look no further than Cheeky Kiwi Travel. Their Waitomo Caves & Rotorua Small Group Tour is an absolute treat in guided travel. Highlights of the Journey Waitomo Glowworm Caves: Descending into the caves and gliding silently under a "galaxy" of thousands of glowworms is a 1 and done experience. The boat ride is magical and unlike anything else on earth. Te Puia & Rotorua: Getting up close to the Pōhutu Geyser and witnessing authentic Māori carving and weaving at the national arts school provides a deep, meaningful connection to New Zealand’s culture. The "Cheeky" Difference: Our guide, Timmy, was incredible—full of witty stories and jokes, local legends, and expert knowledge that kept us entertained throughout the drive. Great driving as well Why Choose This Tour? The small group size (max 11 people) makes the 13-hour day feel personal rather than rushed. The custom minibuses are modern and comfortable, stocked with complimentary snacks and water to keep you fueled. They even include "surprise" stops with sweet treats—like a cheeky ice cream—that you simply won't get with the big bus companies. 5/5 stars. Efficient, educational, and genuinely fun. It is the perfect way to maximize your time in New Zealand without the stress of driving!

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