Waitomo Glowworm & Ruakuri Twin Cave Experience - Small Group Tour From Auckland

Overview

Available languages

English

11 hours

Mobile ticket

Get the most out of your visit with a package to explore more than just one unforgettable cave at Waitomo in this small group day tour from Auckland. Visiting the Waitomo Glowworm Caves is a must-do experience, with the Arachnocampa Luminosa species of glowworm only found in New Zealand. This most popular combo combines the famous Waitomo glowworm cave with a walking tour of the stunning Ruakuri Cave providing an ultimate Waitomo caving experience.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, Sun protection, jacket/warm layer, & any essential personal items.

Easy and good fitness level required.

This is a guided walking tour and sensible walking footwear is recommended.

No photography is permitted inside the Waitomo caves, and cameras and Go Pros cannot be taken on the tour.

Photography is permitted in Ruakuri Cave so bring your camera to click the best shots.

No backpacks or large bags allowed in cave due to delicate formations.

Please do not touch the formation in the cave as it discoloured easily, please help us protect our cave.

You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Leave you open-mouthed, awe-struck and humbled by the sheer majesty of nature

Stare up at thousands of glowing glow-worms above you

Complimentary refreshments and water on board

Fully guided return transfers from Auckland

Admission to fully guided 45 minutes experience Waitomo Glow Worm Cave

Luxurious temperature controlled transportation

Marvel at awe-inspiring stalactites and stalagmites during the the iconic Glow-worm Caves

Admission to fully guided 90 minutes experience Waitomo Ruakuri Cave

Walk through the Cathedral Cave and experience the amazing acoustics

Experience top best North Island destinations in one day on an all-encompassing tour

Boat ride on an underground stream through the Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Go deeper into the story as you descend the dramatic spiral entrance

Discover Waitomo’s longest underground guided walking tour as you explore Ruakuri Cave

Complimentary High-Speed Internet onboard the minibus

Marvel at unique rock formations, subterranean rivers, and thousands of glow-worms

Be captivated by the thousands of magical glow-worms as you glide silently by boat

A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour

Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland CBD

See more glow-worms than you could ever imagine all lighting up above your head!

Immerse yourself in geology and history of the Waitomo caves with the help of a tour guide

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Options

Waitomo Ruakuri Cave (SMG)

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

26 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Cool Caverns
TerriL O,
Jan 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00
What a fun time! While it was a long drive sering the Waitomo AND the Ruakuri caverns was amazing. Our BMW minibus whisked us away with a quick coffee stop halfway. The glow worms cave was everything it promised. The Ruakuri caverns was unexpectedly fabulous. The spectacular spiral entry and seeing the black water rafters was especially great. Photographs are also allowed in this cave. Our driver was outstanding: on time, caring, and knowledgeable about where we were and where we were going. I definitely recommend this excursion.
A great day with Lulu!
Yvan S,
Jan 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Our tour guide/driver was Lulu. She is energetic and her comments were very interesting. She is of Maori origin and decided to learn the language as an adult. Of course she had a lot to say about her culture, her country and, of course, what we were visiting. My favorite part was the Ruakuri Cave; the lighting of the concretions, the safe walking paths and the knowledgeable comments of the guide.
Best time at NZ
VITA T,
Dec 14, 2024
- Viator
5.00
Trip was great. Driver was very good. We were very happy with the trip. Everything was excellent . Really enjoyed the trip
Great experience
Keith B,
Dec 12, 2024
- Viator
5.00
Our guides were excellent. Marty was our driver and was a wealth of information. We made an extra stop or two to learn more about the small towns on the way. Additionally, our cave guides were incredibly knowledgeable with great personalities. Lockey in particular was super. We enjoyed the Ruakuri caves more than we expected and they ended up being our favorite!
Perfect title the "Twin Caves"
eliane p,
Oct 23, 2024
- Viator
5.00
Ama our tour guide and driver gave an excellent history of the Maori people. She made sure that everyone in our small group (6) were happy, comfortable in the mini-bus, had plenty of breaks to buy food, go to to the toilets, stretch our legs. She was very well organized, efficient, and a fun person to have during the full day tour.