Rotorua and Waitomo Caves Day Trip from Auckland -Smaller Groups

Overview

Available languages

English

13 hours

Mobile ticket

Choose FlexiToursNZ for a premium tour. We put less seats in our vehicles than factory standard and only 3 seats in the back row. Pay a little more to be comfortable. This tour involves a lot of driving and is more enjoyable if you are comfortable and not crushed up

against other people on the vehicle. We keep the groups small with no more than 12 people on our vehicle, meaning our drivers can and will give you, personal service.

Check out our reviews to see what customers say about us, our vehicles and our team of experienced and enthusiastic drivers.

All meals provided on the tour are prepared in a professional kitchen and are normally served in a restaurant or café.

Very occasionally Meals may be served picnic style

Due to low numbers and sustained losses caused by Covid 19, until further notice we will need a minimum of 4 people (or price equivalent) to run tours.

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Small-group tour

Infant meals not included

Infant seats are required by law in NZ in private vehicles for children under 7 years. We recommend the same standard be applied for your child's safety and have them available in all vehicles.

Tour is not suitable for children under 2 years to travel with group - private tours can be arranged on request

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Luxury minibus , leather seating - extra legroom

Buffet Lunch at Te Puia

Local taxes

Live commentary on board

Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Morning and afternoon tea (additional expense)

Pickup outside of the City Centre, shuttles can be arranged for a small fee

Options

Finish in Rotorua

Finish in Rotorua
Buffet Lunch at Te Puia
Minibus
Pickup included

Rotorua Waitomo Caves Day Tour

One day tour with options - You may Tour starts in Auckland and can finish in Auckland or Rotorua (price is the same)
Pickup included

Reviews

4.69

74 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Enjoyable and educational day
Katherine B,
Apr 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This was a very well guided tour with Louise as the driver. The Māori guides at both sites were both entertaining and educational as they shared their history and culture. Plenty of rest stops incorporated into the day to make it a comfortable journey
No photos of things I wanted to get photos of!!
Jeanette S,
Mar 27, 2025
- Viator
4.00
So fun and culturally enriching to learn about the culture of New Zealand? See Real Kiwi birds, and see the glow worms! Downfall is not in your guides control but not being able to video glowworms or kiwi was a bummer! Peter was very knowledgeable and friendly.
Our guide Ellison was...
Georgina M,
Mar 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Our guide Ellison was fantastic. He gave us so much information while on the trip. The glow worm caves were amazing but a very quick trip inside the caves. The geysers were great to see although bring some smelling salts if you have a weak stomach.The hangi was delicious by far the best food I have eaten in New Zealand. I would recommend this trip.
Long day. Big rewards
Janet S,
Mar 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Know going into this that you will be spending lots of time in a (comfortable) van. It was dark setting out but once it got light the scenery was breathtaking. The glow worms and cave were mind blowing if you are at all appreciative of the novelty of their existence and life cycle. The Māori center was impressive although rushed at points. Geysers and mud pools fascinating. Our driver/guide was Shawn who did a great job of accommodating a diverse group of passengers.
This was a long day that...
Teresa G,
Feb 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This was a long day that didn’t feel long at all since it was so enjoyable with multiple stops. Ticked all the boxes and our guide, Chris, was entertaining knowledgeable and accommodating. I recommend.