Black Water Rafting Semi Private Tour from Auckland
Overview
Join us for the original Waitomo subterranean adventure, where you'll climb, black water tube, leap, and float through the stunning Ruakuri Cave. From the moment we pick you up in Auckland, your journey begins. Over three hours, experience the thrill of jumping over cascading waterfalls and peacefully drifting down an underground river, all while marveling at the glow worms illuminating the vaulted limestone galleries above.
But the adventure doesn’t end there. After your exhilarating journey, relax as we drive you back to Auckland, allowing you to unwind without the hassle of navigating the roads yourself. Plus, with our affordable rates, you’ll get the best value for an unforgettable experience.
＊this tour also includes transportation time to and from Auckland, so the total duration will be approximately 9 hours.
＊The start time may vary depending on the booking time of Black water rafting on that day. Please check the message we will send you for confirmation.
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- All the necessary safety equipment provided including footwear, tubes, wetsuits, and helmets
- Transfers from Auckland
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Wetsuits, socks, shoes, helmet, light and your black water rafting tube.
- Admission to 3-hour Black Labyrinth black water rafting guided experience
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Swim wear and towel
Meeting Location
72 Victoria Street West
Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
The adventure starts from floating down an underground river, glide through fast waters, jump off waterfalls, and experience the enchanting glow of the glow worms in the Ruakuri Cave. This adventure lasts approximately 3 hours.
After checking in, you’ll meet your friendly and passionate guides who will help you gear up and prepare for tubing. Once you’re comfortable in your tube, the adventure begins as you enter the cave through a hole in the rock and immerse yourself in the underground waters. Inside the cave, you’ll navigate around rocks, jump off small waterfalls, and float beneath a stunning ceiling of glow worms. This unforgettable experience promises to be the most fun you’ve ever had in the dark!
*Please bring your own towels, water bottle and swimwear.
**The tour start time is subject to change depending on the availabity, so please ensure you allow enough time when making your booking.
***This tour requires minimum age of 12 years old and weight between 45KG-130KG.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Black Water Rafting Semi Private Tour from Auckland?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-5498012P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- All the necessary safety equipment provided including footwear, tubes, wetsuits, and helmets.
- Transfers from Auckland.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- wetsuits, socks, shoes, helmet, light and your black water rafting tube.
- Admission to 3-hour Black Labyrinth black water rafting guided experience.
- Breakfast.
- Brunch.
- Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
- Dinner.
- Lunch.
- Snacks.
- Bottled water.
- Swim wear and towel.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 13..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Black Water Rafting Semi Private Tour from Auckland is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Black Water Rafting Semi Private Tour from Auckland will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- All the necessary safety equipment provided including footwear, tubes, wetsuits, and helmets
- Transfers from Auckland
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Wetsuits, socks, shoes, helmet, light and your black water rafting tube.
- Admission to 3-hour Black Labyrinth black water rafting guided experience
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Swim wear and towel
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
