Waitomo Glow Worm Caves & Te Puia - Rotorua's Geothermal Valley
Overview
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12 hours
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Experience two iconic destinations in one unforgettable day with a full-day trip!
Your adventure begins with pick-up from the 4 hotels listed in Auckland CBD, followed by a scenic 2.5-hour drive south through the Waikato region to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Upon arrival, enjoy a snack or warm drink at the café before your guide takes you on a tour of the Waitomo Grotto. As you walk through the cave, marvel at the natural light display created by the unique glowworms of New Zealand. Learn about the cave’s history and significance as you glide through the Waitomo River on a flat-bottom boat, getting an up-close view of the glowing creatures.
Next, hop back into our luxurious vehicle for the two-hour drive to Rotorua. At Te Puia, experience New Zealand’s geothermal wonders, Māori culture, and native wildlife. Watch the Pohutu Geyser erupt— the largest in the Southern Hemisphere— and explore boiling mud pools, the National Carving and Weaving Institute, and a Māori village.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Infant seats must be requested at least 24 hours in advance (extra charges apply)
A minimum of 4 people is required for the tour to operate
What To Expect
Waitomo Caves
- Guided Tour at Waitomo Glow Worm Caves including boat ride
Te Puia
- Admission & guided tour in Te Puia Geothermal Valley - Kiwi Bird Watching - Puhuto Geyser, Mud Pools, Maori Village, Carving and Weaving Institute.
Options
Waitomo & Te Puia
Mercedes Benz Vehicles
What‘s Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Auckland City Center
Snacks
All entry tickets & guided tours
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional driver/guide
Lunch
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A Wonderful Experience
paulfinnerty,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An absolutely fabulous tour. Auckland & Beyond are a real pleasure to deal with. It is simple to select and book on line and their follow up communications are excellent. The nominated city pick up point and time we clear and precise. The driver, Advil, was extremely knowledgeable and professional. He provided a great deal of information about NZ and the route during the journey, regularly pointing items of interest out. The tour itself was excellent and very enjoyable and we would certainly recommend Auckland & Beyond for your tour needs. We would certainly consider then are our tour operator of choice. Highly recommended
Highly recommend it!
Wander29804694888,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend this tour! We had a perfect and memorable day together with our tour guide Jon, who was fabulous throughout the whole day tour! He is very knowledgeable and considerate, always with a smile. Thanks to him, we had a wonderful time in New Zealand! Other than that, the whole tour vibe was fantastic, very relaxed and the admission fee was very reasonable, love it!
Good tour for first-timers
969mayya,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Me and my friends had a wonderful time in this trip. Jon was the one who took care of us along the journey and he’s very kind and knowledgeable person. We had time to explore Waitomo and Rotorua by ourselves along with the guides at places. In the afternoon, we were starving so Jon even took us to a very tasty burger shop. Hands down for the service!
Really nice experience....
Elaine C,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Really nice experience. Our guide/driver, Adele, was outstanding. Well worth the long drive and saw everything we expected and more.
Rotorua and Waitomo Caves
zarinaa172,Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I did a tour to Waitomo caves and Te Puia with Nancy. And I must say she is an amazing and interesting woman, guide and a driver. From the beginning, she made everyone feel welcome and comfortable. She is friendly and easy to talk to. Not only that, she is very knowledgeable as well. During the trip she shared some local history, fun stories and facts that really enriched our understanding of local community. She also knows the area pretty well. We were able to see cool spots for pictures, eating. I enjoyed the trip a lot. Would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a cool, knowledgeable guide!
A Great Day Visiting Waitomo and Rotorua
M6788WDgraemew,Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an excellent tour with our guide Nancy who made it a highly memorable experience. We would highly recommend this tour company and guide.
Great tour & great experience
bojanak580,Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour we took it was top and really great experience. The guide Simon is amazing, he knows a lot and gave us so much information, he answerd to all our questions. So we for sure recommend this Tour agency to others 💪✌️😎. Bojana & Primoz
Waitomo underground adventure couple with nice scenic perspective of the Waikato and really immersive cultural experienc
951gabriellej,Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day. Comfortable vehicle. Very clean and tidy. Snacks ok but healthier options would be awesome. Seaweed or nuts as opposed to chippies and biccies.
Rotorua and Waitomo
Connector49384364715,Aug 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I went to the Waitomo glow worm cave and to the Rotorua geothermal park. Our guide was Nancy and she made the all day trip an absolute blast. I could not have expected a better experience. It was a must-do trip. I hope you do this tour and have her as your guide. It will be unforgettable!
Thank you
Fhello,Jul 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed the tour with guide Gab and driver Chris. They were so kind and we could proceed our tour smoothly because of them. Additionally, we could luckily see geysering and kiwi bird closely.
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