Waitomo - Eco Adventure Glowworm Cave Tour - Off the Beaten Track

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

The top rated, most intimate, and most personalised glow worm cave tour in Waitomo.

Our awesome Waitomo adventure is tucked away “off the beaten track” on our family farm and we LOVE it that way and so do our guests.

Our “Glowing” Highlights

• Amazing glow worm displays!

• Just the right amount of adventure

• Away from the crowds

• Small group sizes

• Cameras welcome

• Authentic eco experience

• Family owned and operated

• Photos, tea, coffee and biscuits included

• #1 Trip Advisor rated tour in the Waitomo District

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

This tour is NOT suitable for elderly people or anyone with mobility difficulties as it involves climbing/balancing over boulders, walking up hills and wading through streams with rocks underfoot.

Maximum of 8 people per tour.

Minimum age is 12 years.

Children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult.

A reasonable/good level of fitness is required.

Tours may be cancelled in case of flooding. In the unlikely event that your tour is cancelled, you'll receive a full refund.

NO large cameras or tripods. Phones or pocket sized cameras are welcome.

Not recommended for travelers with a low level of fitness

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

See the caves just as nature intended. All caving equipment and warm clothing including: thermal top, thermal pants, fleece top, shorts, gumboots, socks, helmet and headlamp. A local guide with a deep connection to the caves and a wealth of information to share. Tea, coffee, and a snack. An email with awesome photos of your adventure. Proper Kiwi hospitality!

We can not pick up or drop off. There is no public transport so you will need to have your own transport to 1199 Oparure Road.

Options

Off the Beaten Track Tour

Reviews

4.98

371 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

366

Absolutely amazing
Cristina M,
Apr 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00
A unique must do experience! Our guide Ash took us to an adventurous tour down the caves, I must say the walk though the cave wasn’t easy but Ash made it easy and safe enough for everyone to participate. Trust me, the walk was so worth in the end as you get to admire the thousands of glow worms forming a night sky under the earth.
Highlight of my trip. ...
Michelle D,
Feb 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Highlight of my trip. Highly recommend. Worth it to have smaller group and not tons of tourists. Caves were amazing.
Amazing - do it!!
Sue W,
Feb 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Know that it’s a blast! Ash is fun to hang out with- knows a ton and the time literally went by so fast! It was a full day for us as we did Hobbiton in the morning. Michelle is great getting you settled on their beautiful property and a perfect host. Ash is the perfect tour guide. Went with 3 couples - hope to come back again with our family 💕. Do it!! We were a little concerned about clothes - but you leave on underwear and they supply the rest. You get to come back and put on your nice dry clothes and enjoy some cookies and tea or coffee.
An active outing with an...
Jan D,
Feb 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00
An active outing with an excellent guide. Super scenic cave with an excellent display of glow worms. Guide created great camaraderie amongst our small group.
Once in a lifetime opportunity!
Kelsey M,
Feb 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Once in a lifetime experience! Ash was very knowledgeable and answered all questions we had. He was attentive and informative