Guided Tours

From Auckland: Waitomo Caves, Rotorua & Te Puia Guided Tour

Name: From Auckland: Waitomo Caves, Rotorua & Te Puia Guided Tour
Start: 2024-11-30T06:00:00
End: 2024-11-30T18:00:00
Location: Auckland

Waitomo Caves stalactites, Rotorua geothermal activity, Te Puia Maori culture, small group tour from Auckland.

Waitomo Caves stalactites, Rotorua geothermal activity, Te Puia cultural site, small group tour from Auckland.

Set out on a full-day tour across New Zealand's North Island from Auckland, marveling at Waitomo's glowworm-lit caves and Te Puia's geothermal sights and rich Maori heritage.

Highlights

Take in New Zealand’s geothermal and cultural gems on this full-day guided tour, combining Waitomo Caves, Rotorua's geysers, and Te Puia’s Māori arts.
Explore Waitomo Caves with your guide, marveling at the ancient formations of stalactites, stalagmites, and limestone pillars.
Discover Te Puia's geothermal marvels, including Rotorua's active mud pools and the Pohutu Geyser, the largest in the Southern Hemisphere.
Witness Maori craftsmanship at the National Carving and Weaving Institute and immerse in Maori culture with a visit to a traditional village.
Fun fact: Rotorua is surrounded by lakes, including Lake Rotorua, which was created over 140,000 years ago, and Rotorua in Maori means "second lake."

Inclusions

Full-day tour of Waitomo Caves, Rotorua, and Te Puia
45-minute guided tour of Waitomo Cave
Waitomo River boat ride
1.5-hour guided tour of Te Puia Geothermal Valley, Rotorua
Visit to Puhuto Geyser, Mud Pools, and Maori Village
Kiwi bird-watching
English-speaking guide
Small-group tour
Round-trip hotel transfers from Auckland CBD
Snacks and water
Entry to Te Puia Geothermal Valley
Access to Kiwi Bird Enclosure

Itinerary

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Your experience

Journey through New Zealand's heartland

Your adventure begins in Auckland, weaving through the lush Waikato countryside known for its rolling hills, mighty rivers, and rich farmland. As you journey south, your guide brings the landscape to life with stories of local Māori history and culture, pausing in the charming town of Pirongia for a coffee break before continuing to Otorohanga, the "Kiwiana capital of New Zealand." The highlight of your morning is the ethereal Waitomo Glowworm Caves, where you'll venture underground to witness ancient limestone formations and embark on a mesmerizing boat ride beneath thousands of twinkling glowworms - a uniquely New Zealand experience that has captivated visitors for over 120 years.

Geothermal wonders and cultural treasures

The afternoon transports you to a world of geothermal marvels at Te Puia in Rotorua, where you'll witness the spectacular Pōhutu Geyser and immerse yourself in Māori culture at the National Māori Arts School. Your guided experience includes up-close encounters with native wildlife, including a chance to spot the elusive kiwi bird, and a tour of Rotorua's highlights such as the historic Government Gardens and the picturesque Lake Rotorua. Throughout the journey, you'll enjoy comfortable transportation, complimentary refreshments, and the expertise of knowledgeable guides who transform this day trip into an unforgettable exploration of New Zealand's natural wonders and rich cultural heritage, before returning to Auckland with a camera full of memories and a heart full of stories.

Know before you go

What to bring

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

Photography is not allowed at Waitomo Glowworm Caves.

Accessibility

This tour is accessible to those with reasonable mobility.
The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.

Additional information

It's recommended to wear a warm jacket along with comfortable shoes.
Infants aged 0 to 2 can travel for free if they do not occupy a seat.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID during the pick-up.

Hotel Transfers

This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs.
In the next step of booking, please specify the name and address of your hotel.
On the day of your tour, please arrive at your hotel lobby 10-15 minutes prior to the scheduled pickup time.
If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of your hotel.