Te Anau Glow Worm Caves Tour
Overview
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2 hours 15 minutes
Mobile ticket
The fascinating Te Anau caves system on the western shore of Lake Te Anau offers an underground adventure that charms visitors of all ages. This tour takes you to a mysterious underground world of rushing water before drifting in silent darkness beneath the luminous shimmer of thousands of glowworms.
Please be sure to arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled departure to check in.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children aged 0-15 must be booked with at least one adult.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Te Anau Glowworm Caves
View glittering glowworms in an underground cave system.
Lake Te Anau
Take a scenic cruise across beautiful Lake Te Anau on the luxury catamaran Luminosa to Cavern House on the lake's western shores.
What‘s Included
Complimentary Tea & Coffee
Lake cruise on Lake Te Anau
Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
Glowworms - Te Anau Departure
Reviews
1,061 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The glow worms are so...
Monica S,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The cave is so cool and the guides knew a lot about the wildlife and geology. Very interesting to learn about and cool to see.
It’s was a wonderful...
Bree B,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It’s was a wonderful experience. My partner and I, didn’t know what to expect but even with small patches of glowworm clusters, it was breathtaking. The silent boat ride allowed you to really take in the scenery!
Glow worms
Kimberly T,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00I was not expecting the glow of the worms to be like fiber optics but it is what it is. Cave was quite nice as well as the dark boat ride.
Magical experience
sharonsT8324WA,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Magical experience even for someone who is mildly claustrophobic. Hang on tight and enjoy the ride.
A beautiful and...
Ali A,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A beautiful and informative session looking at glow worms. An excellent activity for all the family to participate in.
You take a ferry to the cave area and ride underground to see the glow worms.
profmom 12,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00It was interesting and unique set up near underground waterfalls.
Very enjoyable experience.
Steve S,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Well organised and very attentive to all participants. We had a lovely day with a smooth crossing and the Captain and mate controlled everything well. Once at the cave the instructions were clear and concise and what to expect was well explained. Everyone on the tour had an excellent time and it really looked like the staff enjoyed the experience as well.
Stunning lake trip and mesmerising cave walk
Ken S,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Stunning boat trip across the lake on the way to the caves. The guys running our trip were informative and friendly which made the the really good.
Glow Worms
Discover17825241833,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Well coordinated. Interesting but overpriced for the experience.
It was a little underwhelming ..
Julie B,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Nice boat ride over but seemed to spend more time in a side room waiting for other groups to go before us which cut down the time we had in the caves which seemed minimal. Guide was very knowledgeable but not the experience we expected for the cost. No photos allowed so cannot post any on thus review. Pictures on website don't really reflect experience
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