Waitomo Caves & Rotorua Small Group Tour including Te Puia from Auckland

Overview

Available languages

English

13 hours

Mobile ticket

Visit two of the North Islands most popular attractions in one day - Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Te Puia Geothermal Park and Maori Village in Rotorua. This tour combines the best nature has to offer with Maori culture & New Zealand scenery.

Highlights:

• Waitomo Glowworm Caves

• Te Puia Geothermal Park & Pohutu

• Maori Cultural Village and Arts School

• Rotorua City Highlights

While the destinations you will be visiting are truly spectacular, we at Cheeky Kiwi Travel believe it’s our small groups, guides, the journey and the little details that set our tours well apart. Secret stops, wildlife viewings, specially designed vehicles, complementary refreshments and many other pleasant surprises ensure our tours are an experience to remember.

Our tours are led by our passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing their stories and rich background knowledge, and run in modern, comfortable minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately and wear comfortable footwear.

Children aged 7 years and below are required to travel in a child safety car seat. If you don't have one a car seat one can be provided for $20 NZD (with 24 hours notice).

Due to the delicate ecosystem within the Waitomo Caves, photography is not permitted inside.

Due to uneven surfaces & stairs, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.

Not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties - A moderate amount of walking is involved.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Water available & snacks provided

Entry Tickets - Waitomo and Te Puia

Small Group & Fully Guided Tour

Lunch - opportunities to purchase along the way.

Gratuities

Souvenirs (available to purchase)

Options

Waitomo and Rotorua Tour

Fully guided tour including entry tickets of Waitomo Glow-worm caves and Rotorua (Te Puia Geothermal Park and Maori Village.
Pickup included

Reviews

4.70

544 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

444

Rotorua , Caves , Glow worms
Kaylyn C,
May 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00
I thought this tour was excellent the caves were amazing and the Glowworms , the tour guide was very informative and a lovely lady .
Couldn’t ask for more! Cave, Te Puia, Rotarua, Arapuni Swing Bridge and more!
Kendra W,
May 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Dave H was the absolute best! We committed to be on time on the bus and he committed to pack as much as we could in! And he delivered. Not only did we get to see Waitoma Cave and Te Puia, but we also got to squeeze in plenty of comfort stops AND Arapuni Swing Bridge, drove thru MataMata and saw some of Hobbiton AND stopped at several sights in Rotorua. We even had a quick chance to stop and buy Whittaker chocolate. And also shop for authentic Māori carvings! Wow. We couldn’t have done any more. Plenty of snacks and bottled water on the bus. Bus seats are very comfortable on the Mercedes bus. Audio quality on the bus was superb and Dave taught us so much! He even pointed out a ton of sights and we went into and out of Auckland. Highly recommended Cheeky Kiwi but especially Dave!
10/10. John was the best...
Madison N,
Apr 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00
10/10. John was the best guide! Super funny and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend cheeky kiwi company in the future
A Magical Day & Must Do Tour
Katie B,
Apr 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Could not recommend this tour more. Our guide, Grant, was fantastic - he gave us so much information along the way and made sure everyone had a good time. We were provided with bottled water and snacks, and had opportunities for rest stops to use the toilet and grab food/drink (with an ice cream stop on the way back!). The tour itself is a very long day (which we knew from the outset); however, it goes very quickly. The mini van was comfortable and air conditioned, and as it’s a small group tour, it feels more personal. The Glowworm caves are truly magical and a must see when visiting NZ. Te Puia is incredible to see with the thermal wonders, conservation work (including three kiwi birds) and Maori culture.
Must See
CARMEN G,
Apr 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Both places were great, its natural beauty, and cultural history of the Māori and natural creation of these places. It’s a must see.