Waitomo Glowworm Caves Boat Tour & Day Trip from Auckland

Explore Waitomo's limestone caves on a shared guided outing from Auckland. Combine underground exploration with a quiet boat ride, where the glowworms overhead create a starry-sky effect.

Itinerary

1. Start at Pullman Auckland Hotel & Apartments, Hilton Auckland, SkyCity Auckland, or Grand Millennium Auckland. Complimentary pickup is available from most Auckland central business district hotels.
2. Enjoy a scenic two-and-a-half-hour drive through South Auckland into the Waikato region, with comfort stops along the way if needed.
3. Spend approximately 30 minutes at Waitomo Glowworm Caves browsing the gift shop or enjoying a drink or a bite to eat before your cave experience.
4. Explore Waitomo Glowworm Caves on a one-hour guided tour, learning about the caves’ history, glowworms, and rock formations.
5. Glide along the Waitomo River in a flat-bottom boat and quietly watch the glowworms above you.
6. Return to Auckland’s central business district hotels at 13:30, with complimentary drop-off available at most hotels in the area.

What's Included

• English-speaking guide
• Snacks
• Round-trip transfers from the meeting point

Important details

• This activity is not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible
• Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure