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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 get up close to the glowworms. Spectacular and unique, Ruakuri Cave offers a captivating blend of Waitomo's most compelling subterranean experiences. In this 2 hours sightseeing tour, your guide will bring you up close to glowworms, elaborate cave formations, underground rivers, myths, legends and sacred Maori sites.
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.
Local guide
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Ruakuri Cave Tour (2024/2025): For tours from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2025
Operated by THL - Waitomo Caves Group
92 reviews
Sandi S,
Jan 12, 2025
Excellent guide. Very passionate and knowledgeable. Would love to see everyone wearing masks to help preserve the worms
Lyndal C,
Jan 9, 2025
The staff & guides were friendly & welcoming & knowledgeable. The caves are incredible. We took a manual wheelchair and it was not too hard to push. There were a few tight places but very accessible. Comfy walking shoes is a must.
Simla S,
Jan 6, 2025
We enjoyed this excursion. The guide was entertaining and the cave was amazing to see. I’m glad we did this one.
kathleen s,
Jan 4, 2025
Fantastic but wheelchair accessible if you are fit. You go 70m underground and it's all downhill....some of it quite steep. Remember you have to come out the way you went in. If it wasn't for a beautiful german super fit man wheeling mum out we might still be down there.
Jo N,
Dec 10, 2024
Beautiful cave formations, easy walking, beautiful glow worms. Guides were informative and personable.