Waitomo Caves Tours

Yes, Waitomo Glowworm Caves is one of New Zealand’s most unique natural attractions. The guided cave experience reveals impressive limestone formations before a silent boat ride beneath thousands of sparkling glowworms.

Yes. Waitomo is around a 2.5 to 3 hour drive from Auckland and can be visited on a full-day tour from Auckland with Cheeky Kiwi as part of a combination itinerary. Cheeky Kiwi’s Waitomo tours also include either Hobbiton or Rotorua, allowing you to experience more than one iconic North Island destination in a single day.

Cheeky Kiwi’s Waitomo Caves tours include transport from Auckland, entry to Waitomo Glowworm Caves, a guided cave experience and the famous glowworm boat ride. Each tour also includes either Hobbiton Movie Set or Rotorua’s geothermal and Māori cultural highlights. You’ll travel in a fully-guided small group with commentary, bottled water and snacks, while other inclusions such as lunch vary by tour.

The best option depends on your itinerary. Choose Waitomo and Hobbiton for two iconic attractions in one day, or combine Waitomo with Rotorua to experience glowworms, geothermal landscapes and Māori culture. One-way Auckland-to-Rotorua options are also available.

Yes. Waitomo and Rotorua combine well in a full-day tour from Auckland. You can explore the famous glowworm caves before continuing to Rotorua for geothermal attractions and Māori cultural experiences at Te Puia.

Yes. The Hobbiton and Waitomo tour combines two of the North Island’s most popular attractions in one full-day experience from Auckland. Transport, entry to both attractions, guiding and lunch are included.

Yes, Waitomo Glowworm Caves tours are suitable for all ages, including infants. Cheeky Kiwi offers discounted infant fares for children under four, covering their reserved seat, transport and the full combination tour experience. Appropriate child safety seats can also be added during booking, making it easy for the whole family to enjoy the day together.

Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring clothing suited to changing weather. The caves remain cool throughout the year, so a light jacket or warm layer is recommended, along with a rain jacket for the journey.

Our Waitomo Caves tours include hotel pick-up and drop-off from selected central Auckland locations. If your hotel is not listed, you can choose the closest available pick-up point.

Yes, Waitomo Caves works well as part of a wider North Island itinerary. It can be combined with Hobbiton, Rotorua, Taupō and Hamilton Gardens and on a multi-day tour with Cheeky Kiwi.