Waitomo Caves & Rotorua Te Puia Day Tour from Auckland
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August 2026
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What you can expect
Embark on a full-day adventure from Auckland to two iconic destinations, including the Waitomo Glowworm Caves and the Te Puia geothermal valley. Your journey begins with a scenic drive through the Waikato countryside before arriving at Waitomo. Here, you get to explore caves filled with incredible rock formations and board a silent boat ride through the Glowworm Grotto, where thousands of glow worms illuminate the cave ceiling.
The experience continues with a journey south to Rotorua and Te Puia, where Māori culture and geothermal landscapes await. Watch a cultural performance featuring the haka, poi dance, and traditional stick games, before joining a guided walk through Te Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley. You'll see bubbling mud pools and the world-famous Pohutu Geyser shooting steaming water high into the air. You’ll also have access to Te Puia’s carving and weaving schools, where master artists pass down their skills.
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 tour starts at 06:00 am.
- This experience is approximately 11 hours in duration.
- This experience includes pick-up 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.
- 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
