Te Anau Glow Worm Caves Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

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‘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

4.51

835 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

578

167

The day we went was a bit...
Feng Y,
May 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The day we went was a bit understaffed. So we have to wait for a little while. But all worth it. My son loves the blue/white glowworms! Keep talking about it after getting home.
Glow worms cave
simon m,
Apr 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Overall brilliant experience guides very knowledgable... beware the sand flies so ensure you have insect repellant on ferry ride informative and easy
Great trip. Would recommend
Lynette R,
Apr 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Good informative, great staff. Just remember that there are some parts where you have to duck down and walk a short way and also it’s very pitch black in some areas.
Would recommend. Unique Experience.
Lynn Y,
Apr 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Well organized and fun. After a quick walk into the cave, with a very small section you must crouch to pass, you will then board a boat where you will float in total darkness to see the glowing lights.
Highly recommended.
Leigh E,
Apr 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This was a great experience. Both the boat trip and glow worm cave were fantastic. Even if the weather is warm it’s worth bringing a jacket if you want to be outside on the boat.

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