Waitomo Glowworm & Ruakuri Twin Cave - Private Tour From Auckland
Overview
Take a trip through the magical underground world of sparkling glowworms and fascinating caverns with a private day tour from Auckland to Waitomo Caves. Visiting the Waitomo Glowworm Caves is a must-do experience, with the Arachnocampa Luminosa species of glowworm only found in New Zealand. Get the most out of your visit with a package to explore more than just one unforgettable cave in Waitomo. The Most popular combo combines the famous Waitomo glowworm cave with a walking tour of the Ruakuri Cave for the ultimate Waitomo experience including a delicious BBQ buffet lunch before we finish the trip.
What's Included
- Lunch Cafe Style Lunch Included
- Private transportation
- 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
- Be captivated by thousands of magical glow-worms as you glide silently by boat
- Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
- All Fees and Taxes
- Walk through the Cathedral Cave and experience the amazing acoustics
- Fully guided return transfers from Auckland
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Boat ride on an underground stream through the Waitomo Glowworm Caves
- Marvel at awe-inspiring stalactites and stalagmites during the iconic Glow-worm Caves tour
- WiFi on board
- 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!
- Admission to 45 minutes guided experience at Waitomo Glow Worm Cave
- Immerse yourself in geology and history of the Waitomo caves with the help of a tour guide
- Discover Waitomo’s longest underground guided walking tour as you explore Ruakuri Cave
- Admission to 90 minutes guided experience at Waitomo Ruakuri Cave
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Meeting and Pickup
8 Customs Street East
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.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
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Auckland Central
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bombay Hills (pass by)
Robert Harris
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Te Awamutu (pass by)
Waitomo Glowworm Caves
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Ruakuri Cave
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Auckland Central
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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.
- Tours are suitable for people of all ages and average fitness. Our scenic walks are short and optional. Please let our guide know at check in if you have any fitness concerns.
- The caves are accessible to those with reasonable mobility, as there are good handrails and paths. There is no wheelchair access.
- Caves average at a temperature of 16-17 degrees Celcius year round
- You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain
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- Lunch. Cafe Style Lunch Included.
- Private transportation.
- 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.
- Be captivated by thousands of magical glow-worms as you glide silently by boat.
- Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Walk through the Cathedral Cave and experience the amazing acoustics.
- Fully guided return transfers from Auckland.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Boat ride on an underground stream through the Waitomo Glowworm Caves.
- Marvel at awe-inspiring stalactites and stalagmites during the iconic Glow-worm Caves tour.
- WiFi on board.
- 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!.
- Admission to 45 minutes guided experience at Waitomo Glow Worm Cave.
- Immerse yourself in geology and history of the Waitomo caves with the help of a tour guide.
- Discover Waitomo’s longest underground guided walking tour as you explore Ruakuri Cave.
- Admission to 90 minutes guided experience at Waitomo Ruakuri Cave.
- Breakfast.
- Dinner.
The minimum age to participate is 12. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Waitomo Glowworm & Ruakuri Twin Cave - Private Tour From Auckland is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Waitomo Glowworm & Ruakuri Twin Cave – 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
- LunchCafe Style Lunch Included
- Private transportation
- 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
- Be captivated by thousands of magical glow-worms as you glide silently by boat
- Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
- All Fees and Taxes
- Walk through the Cathedral Cave and experience the amazing acoustics
- Fully guided return transfers from Auckland
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Boat ride on an underground stream through the Waitomo Glowworm Caves
- Marvel at awe-inspiring stalactites and stalagmites during the iconic Glow-worm Caves tour
- WiFi on board
- 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!
- Admission to 45 minutes guided experience at Waitomo Glow Worm Cave
- Immerse yourself in geology and history of the Waitomo caves with the help of a tour guide
- Discover Waitomo’s longest underground guided walking tour as you explore Ruakuri Cave
- Admission to 90 minutes guided experience at Waitomo Ruakuri Cave
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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.
- Tours are suitable for people of all ages and average fitness. Our scenic walks are short and optional. Please let our guide know at check in if you have any fitness concerns.
- The caves are accessible to those with reasonable mobility, as there are good handrails and paths. There is no wheelchair access.
- Caves average at a temperature of 16-17 degrees Celcius year round
- You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain
