Waitomo Caves Tours and Tickets

This small-group shore excursion from Tauranga is designed to maximize cruise passengers' time on land and skip the lines, as all tickets are pre-booked. Visit two of New Zealand's must-see attractions"”the Waitomo Glowworm Caves and the Hobbiton Movie Set"”in an easy day trip. Receive personalized attention on a small-group tour by private minivan rather than a big, impersonal tour bus.

The photos, the stories, the FOMO! You can't beat New Zealand's North Island in summer time! The "˜Vibe of the North' is our most popular tour ever, and you're about to see why! From digging a natural bath at "˜Hot Water Beach', to doing "˜bombs' off the rocks into the crystal clear river in Coroglen, even an unbeatable Taranaki vineyard wine tasting overlooking the West Coast of NZ, you're about to experience a Kiwi summer the way the locals do! Throw in a visit to Hobbiton, optional bungee and skydiving, and a HEAP of other activities, and you've got yourself the real "˜Vibe of the North'!

The fictional, yet globally famous, village of Hobbiton and the Waitomo Caves rank among the most popular sites of interest in New Zealand. On this tour, visit both sites in one day with pickup and drop-off at selected Auckland hotels included. See the home of Bilbo Baggins and explore Waitomo's subterranean caverns, and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour"”limited to 12 people.

Embark on a one-way tour from Rotorua to Auckland and explore Waitomo Glowworm Caves, one of the North Island's most popular attractions. Be amazed by the illumination of thousands of tiny glowworms on a boat tour through Glowworm Grotto, a subterranean marvel. You'll travel through the Mamaku Ranges and the rural farmlands of Waikato en route to Auckland, admiring highlights such as Fitzgerald Glade. Includes round-trip hotel transport with optional lunch.

Discover the subterranean galleries and lofty chambers of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves on a 6-hour guided tour from Rotorua. Ride a boat into the Glowworm Grotto and learn about the limestone formations and their tiny inhabitants that illuminate the darkness with thousands of living lights. Round-trip hotel transport includes a scenic drive through the Mamaku Ranges and Fitzgerald Glade. Upgrade to include a boxed lunch on board.

Starting from Auckland, we take our time making our way down the beautiful and volcanic North Island to New Zealand's capital, Wellington, before catching a ferry to cross the Cook Strait to get up close and personal with the best of the South Island. Our Amplified tour comes complete with some very special inclusions: experiencing a Māori cultural night traditional hāngā« meal, learning haka and poi dance, and carving your very own pounamu (greenstone/jade) pendant in Franz Josef. Activities can also be purchased on the road "“ just let your tour guide know. We can't always guarantee availability when booking on the road, so we suggest pre-booking any activities you especially want to do. As the tour starts early in the morning, you can opt to book accommodation in Auckland with us the night before the tour "“ only having to walk downstairs on the day the tour starts makes for a stress-free morning.

Come visit a New Zealand attraction that's sure to have you 'glowing' during this 45-minute small-group guided boat ride through the famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Glide by boat through this underground complex, enjoying a light show put on by the millions of tiny bioluminescent insects hanging above. As an added bonus, many of the trip guides are of Maori descent, adding unique historical context to your visit.

Relax in the comfort of a private vehicle during a scenic countryside drive to the Waitomo Caves and Hobbiton Movie Set, two top North Island attractions. See pinpricks of shimmering light on a subterranean boat tour of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, then get a glimpse of the Hobbit holes of Bag End and other filming sites from 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'The Hobbit' trilogies. This full-day tour includes lunch at the Shire's Rest cafe plus hotel pickup and drop-off in Hamilton.

Pick Up & Drop Off at Auckland Central or Auckland Airport.Admission & Guided Tour Inside Waitomo Glowworm Cave including a Boat Ride.Admission to Te Puia Geothermal Valley in Rotorua.1 Night Accommodation in Rotorua.Hobbiton Movie Set Admission & Guided Tour.Complimentary Drink (Alcoholic or Non) at Green Dragon Inn inside Hobbiton Village.90min River Cruise at The Hamilton Gardens.

This day trip from Auckland to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves leaves you to marvel at the shimmering light emitted by tiny glowworms inside New Zealand's famous caverns. Ride a boat through Glowworm Grotto, where your guide describes the fascinating illuminations. En route, watch the rolling farmland of Waikato pass by and see highlights of the region such as Rangiriri. Afterward, learn more at the Waitomo visitor complex and enjoy an optional picnic lunch.

Step into the mythical world of Middle Earth in Hobbiton, then discover the real-life magic of the Waitomo Caves on this full-day combo tour. The all-inclusive tour includes a guided visit to the Hobbiton film set, a boat cruise through the glow-worm filled Waitomo Caves, plus lunch and round-trip transport from Auckland.

Travel from Auckland to Waitomo and Rotorua on a guided day trip to the Waitomo Caves and more. Take a boat ride through cavernous chambers to view glowworms and stalactites suspended from the ceiling, and stroll past the geothermal mud pools and geysers of Rotorua at Te Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve. See sheep mustering and shearing demonstrations at the Agrodome, a working farm, and finish at the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute. You have the option to end your tour in Rotorua or return to Auckland by coach, including onboard lunch.

Combine two popular North Island attractions on this day trip with private transport from Auckland: Waitomo Glowworm Caves and the Hobbiton Movie Set. A scenic countryside drive takes you to the Waikato region where you'll join a tour of Waitomo Caves, including a boat ride to the Glowworm Grotto. Then visit the Shire, featured in 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'The Hobbit,' and see famous sites from the films. Lunch and round-trip hotel transport by private luxury vehicle included.

Be delighted by the sight of thousands of glowworms during a tranquil boat ride through the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Then follow up with a visit to the Otorohanga Kiwi House for a rare glimpse of the flightless and nocturnal great spotted kiwi, New Zealand's national bird. This full-day tour from Auckland includes a cafe lunch and round-trip hotel transport with a knowledgeable guide.

Go on a Hobbiton tour from Auckland and see the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, starting with a scenic drive through New Zealand's North Island aboard a luxury coach. You'll be enthralled by the illuminated Glowworm Grotto during an underground boat ride on the Waitomo River. Then pose for photos in front of hobbit holes at the Hobbiton Movie Set, home to Bilbo Baggins from 'The Hobbit' and 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogies. End your tour in Rotorua or return to Auckland; picnic lunch included.

Visit the ever-popular Waitomo Glowworm Caves when your ship pulls into the Port of Tauranga. You'll travel in the private comfort of a luxury Mercedes vehicle on a full-day shore excursion. You'll ride a boat into the glowworm caves, amble through native New Zealand bush to reach Aranui Cave, and visit the Kiwi House. Entrance fees to the caves are not included.

Winter is coming... So let's make it one hell of a party!! New Zealand's South Island is a place of breathtaking beauty, and there's no better time to explore it than a Kiwi winter. Snow-covered mountains, crisp blue lakes, unbeatable nightlife"¦ You'll spend two weeks exploring it all with us and making memories you'll never forget. On your Kiwi Vibes tour, we guarantee you the time of your freakin' life as you experience NZ's "˜Epic South'

Visit the Waitomo Glowworm Caves and the Hobbiton Movie Set on a full-day tour from Rotorua that can be customized to your interests. Choose a dry walking tour of the glowworm caves, get enjoy independent time in Waitomo, or splash through the caverns on an adventurous rafting or caving tour. Next, head to the Hobbiton Movie Set to explore hobbit holes and film sites, then sip a hobbit-themed brew at the Green Dragon Inn. This full-day tour includes pickup at selected locations in Rotorua, with drop-off in Rotorua or Auckland.

This is a luxury all inclusive small group charter 2 day tour from Auckland.Your tour includes: Transport in a luxury Mercedes minibus, 4 Star Hotel room for 1 nights stay, All entrance fees to all attractions described & Personal driver/guide.The Tour includes the following venues:Waitomo Glowworm Caves with official GuideHobbiton Movies Set in Matamata with official GuideMitai Maori Evening Experience / Culture show, Haka, & Traditional Hangi Buffet Feast4 Star Rated Hotel with Breakfast includedLady Knox Geyser and Wai-O-Tapu Thermal ExperienceAgrodome Farm Show An extremely packed two day small group tour of some of the most popular venues in the north island of New Zealand!Please note! This is a small group tour not a large coach hop on/off tour

Design your own ideal day on the North Island with a full-day tour to Waitomo from Auckland. Ride a boat beneath thousands of twinkling glowworms in the famous Waitomo caves, with the option to tour the nearby Ruakuri cave also or navigate the rapids of the Black Labyrinth on a whitewater rafting adventure. "˜Lord of the Rings' devotees can add on a trip to Hobbiton to step into the fantastical movie set featuring the hobbit holes of Bilbo and Froto, the Dragon Inn, and the fan favorites. Return to Auckland in the evening, or use the tour as a transfer, ending in Rotorua.