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Black Water Rafting, Ziplining and Abseiling Guided Experience in Waitomo

Name: Black Water Rafting, Ziplining and Abseiling Guided Experience in Waitomo
Brand: Headout
SKU: 18910
Price: 314 NZD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.3 (18 reviews)

Adventurers ziplining through Waitomo caves during a black water rafting and abseiling tour.

Waitomo Black Abyss tour with black water rafting and zip lining adventure.

Waitomo cave adventure with black water rafting, ziplining, and abseiling experience.

Explore the stunning underground Waitomo caves as you abseil to the earth's depths, climb underground waterfalls, and tube through the intricate waterways.

Highlights

Join a thrilling cave adventure in New Zealand's Waitomo Caves and explore the amazing Ruakuri Cave's Black Abyss.
With an expert guide, learn basic abseiling and tubing skills and start exploring this intricate natural wonder.
Start your adventure by abseiling 35 meters down into the dark cave and then zip-lining through a narrow passage lit up by thousands of glow worms.
Have a snack break and then continue your journey by tubing under a dazzling sky of glow worms and rafting over fast-flowing waters.
Fun fact: Some of the cave passages are over 30 million years old, adding a historic twist to your adventure.

Inclusions

5-hour black water rafting tour
Underground tour of Ruakuri Cave
Ziplining, abseiling and tubing
English-speaking guide
Small group of up to 8 people
Helmet, light, and black water rafting tube
Safety equipment (footwear, tubes, wetsuits, helmets, abseiling devices)
Wetsuits, socks and shoes
Safety briefing and training
Changing rooms with hot showers

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Reviews

4.3

18 ratings

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Headout Guest

5/5

Nov, 2024

This was an unbelievable experience. The glow worms were very cool to see, but more notably, we had a great group and excellent guides! I was a bit worried my mother would struggle but the guides did a great job helping her! The chauffeur they provided to the rafting sight was very comfy, and their entire staff was welcoming and made it a worthwhile trip!

Headout Guest

5/5

Nov, 2024

My partner and I had a great time doing this! I’m somewhat apprehensive when it comes to water (especially in the dark) but really wanted to do something different to see the glow worms and I’m so glad I did. Felt completely safe the whole time and had great fun. Definitely recommend.

Headout Guest

5/5

Nov, 2024

Excellent tour with excellent guides Hannah and Katie. Despite being in our sixties and a little nervous ( although reasonably fit) we had a great afternoon. The guides explained everything and were attentive and watchful and we felt in safe competent hands. The highlight was floating through the black caves seeing the vivid glowworm show above us.

Camille

5/5

Jul, 2024

The black abyss tour was absolutely incredible! For something that I'd been looking forward to for so long it's surprising that it actually exceeded expectations. The staff were all fabulous and accommodating even when we were late to the location. It doesn't hurt that our guides George and Mitch were also 🔥.

James

5/5

Jun, 2024

One of the best things i've ever done in NZ. Such a unique experience and amazing friendly instructors we had such a good time!

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Your experience

Briefing

Receive a safety briefing and learn the ropes of abseiling and tubing from an experienced guide before you enter the Waitomo Caves.

Abseiling

Slide down a rope and a device that lets you adjust your speed as you go down 35 meters into the cave. Your guides will keep an eye on you and ensure your safety at all times. Marvel at the streams that run through the cave system. Embrace the thrill of lowering yourself into the dark and discovering a new world.

Zip lining

At the bottom of the abseil, take a one-way zip through the dark cave, surrounded by thousands of glow worms. The ceiling is decorated with stalactites, stalagmites, and helicities that will dazzle you. This is a fun and magical experience that you will always remember.

Snack break

After the one-way zip line, you will have a short break to enjoy some snacks and drinks from your guides.

Tubing

Next, grab a rubber tube and jump into the water. Float along the underground river, under a canopy of glow worms, and through some rapids. You can also opt to jump off a ledge into the water.

Climbing

Finally, leave your tube and climb over rocks and up waterfalls, using your wetsuit’s buoyancy and your guides’ help. Explore different parts of the cave and see more amazing formations and features. Feel the adventure and the achievement as you master the cave.

Return

You will then leave the cave, take a hot shower, and change into dry clothes. Feel free to enjoy a meal at the restaurant or cafe, or shop for some souvenirs at your own cost at Waitomo Homestead.

Know before you go

What to bring

Bring your towel, swimwear, shower gel, and shampoo for the adventure.
When you visit, make sure you've got a credit card or your phone set up for contactless payments (like Apple Pay or Google Pay).

What's not allowed

The following are not allowed in this experience: Camera equipment, tripod, selfie sticks, and GoPro.
Guests aged under 16 years are restricted from participating in this experience.
Guests weighing under 45kg are restricted from participating in this experience.

Accessibility

The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users, pram/stroller users, people with mobility issues, people with back and neck problems, and guests who don't have a moderate fitness level or are too small.

Additional information

This experience operates only with a minimum of 2 guests.
Facilities: Lockers, Changing Rooms, Hot showers.
No prior caving experience is needed.
You do need to be comfortable in the water, however, swimming is not a necessity. You will have a floating tube and expert guides.
Your guide will take photos of you on your tour and email them to you afterward.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Please arrive at the meeting point 30 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.