Waitomo Glow Worm Caves Tour from Auckland
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August 2026
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What you can expect
Enjoy the Waitomo Glowworm Cave Tour with Auckland & Beyond Tours. New Zealand has a unique species of tiny glowing creatures called “Arachnocampa Luminosa” Thousands of these magical tiny living lights radiate their luminescent light around the Waitomo Grotto. Tour starts by Picking you up from Auckland CBD. Then, we go on a two & half-hour scenic drive in South Auckland and into the Waikato region, with a scenic stop for amazing photos and any other stops if needed. On arrival, you will have around 30 minutes to shop in the Gift Shop and grab a drink or something to eat at the Waitomo Homestead.
Your Guide will take you on a 45 mins tour inside the Waitomo Glowworm Cave explaining the history of the Cave, the glowing worms and the formations you’ll see inside. Afterward, you’ll ride on a flat bottom boat that will glide through the Waitomo river while you gaze silently at the sparkling worms.
Location
What you need to know
- Pick-up and drop-off from most central Auckland hotels.
- Small-group tours with a maximum of 20 guests for a more personalised experience.
- Travel in comfort aboard our premium Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
- Free Wi-Fi on board.
- Friendly, professional, and knowledgeable local guides
- Complimentary bottled water and light refreshments are provided throughout the tour.
- Lunch (available for purchase during stops).
- Personal expenses and souvenirs.
- Gratuities for guides (optional).
- Any optional activities or extras not mentioned in the tour description.
- This experience starts at 06:30 am
- Please allow approximately 8 hours for this tour
- This experience includes pick-up from most central Auckland hotels.
- Complimentary Pick-up and drop-off from most central Auckland hotels.
- Wear comfortable clothing and suitable footwear for the tour.
- We recommend bringing warm clothing or a jacket during the winter season, from the beginning of June to the end of September.
- Bring a camera to capture the memorable scenery and highlights throughout the tour.
- A minimum of 2 people are required to make this booking.
- Lunch is not included in this tour.
- Child rates apply (3-12yrs).
- Infants under 2 years (0-2yrs) travel free.
- Car seats are available to hire for infants under 2 years (additional cost), or you are welcome to bring your own child seats.
- Bookings are essential
- If you have an infant from 0 - 2 travelling with you, please contact the provider at the time of booking
- A minimum of 4 participants required for this experience to run
- Changes to all reservations must be made at least 24 hours prior to departure and changes must be made by contacting our reservations department
- In the event you have purchased a group tour and subsequently wish to cancel it, Auckland & Beyond Tours may refund your booking at its sole discretion, in which event you will be charged a cancellation fee as follows: a. 7 – 10 days prior to the date of the tour – 25% of your ticket plus any booking fees and charges. b. 3 – 6 days prior to the date of the tour – 50% of your ticket plus any booking fees and charges. c. 48 hours or less will be charged 100% of the ticket.
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at the time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present it on the day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking; however, it is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
