Waitomo Day Trip with Option to Add Hobbiton from Auckland

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Stop At: Waitomo Glowworm Caves, 39 Waitomo Village Road, Waitomo Caves 3943 New Zealand

Here you will experience The Waitomo Cave option you have selected:

Glowworms - Includes Waitomo Glowworm Caves Only with free time to explore in Waitomo and Hobbiton

2 Caves - For this option you will have a 45 minute Waitomo Glowworm Cave Tour and also a 2 Hour Ruakri Cave Tour

Black Labyrinth - For this option you will be given a rubber ring and guided down the Waitomo Glowworm Caves.

Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Here we'll enjoy a tour of amazing natural wonder and meet the thousands of little glowworms that turn these dark caverns into gorgeous turquoise tunnels! These unique creatures are only found in New Zealand and welcome you to explore their subterranean home.

Ride a boat beneath thousands of twinkling glowworms in the famous Waitomo Caves. We'll also have free time here to explore on our own

Ruakuri Caves

For passengers adding on Ruakuri, you will take a short journey from Waitomo to Ruakuri. Here you Experience the spectacular spiral entrance to Ruakuri Cave. Marvel at the incredible limestone formations and crystal tapestries in an intimate group.

The original Waitomo black water rafting tour will have you exploring and tubing through the mysterious Ruakuri Cave. Here you will be given a rubber tube, and you will be taken on an unreal underground adventure you will never forget. Float down the underground river in rubber tubes while admiring the glowworm displays above!

Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Hobbiton Movie Set, 501 Buckland Road Matamata, Hinuera 3472 New Zealand

This is only included if chosen in your ticket option price.

Head to one of the most famous sites in New Zealand: Hobbiton! Follow an expert guide as they lead you through this expansive and amazing village! We'll see all the great and memorable sites from the Shire, including the Green Dragon Inn and field where Bilbo's birthday party was held! Along the way they'll provide exclusive commentary about the films and set, as well as the interesting characters who've visited the set over the years. They will even help take photos of you besides the miniature homes and gardens.

Finish the tour at The Green Dragon, where you can enjoy a pint of Girdley Fine Grain, Oatbarton, Sackville cider, or Frogmorton Ginger Beer (own expense)!


Duration: 2 hours

Included
  • Pickup from centrally located meeting point
  • Waitomo activity of choice (The Waitomo Cave option you have selected)
  • 2 Hour Hobbiton movie set tour (IF CHOSEN)
  • Transport by air-conditioned coach or van
  • Glowworm Cave Option includes Waitomo Glowworm Caves Only - (45 minute Tour including boat ride)
  • 2 Caves Option Includes Waitomo Glowworm Cave (45 Minute tour) PLUS Ruakuri Caves (2 Hour Tour)
  • Entry/Admission - Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Not included
  • Lunch
  • Personal expenses
  • Hobbiton (Unless Chosen as an option at check-out)
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Child ages 4-14 years old with price 60% of adult
  • Black Labyrinth: Minimum age 12 years old, & minimum weight 45kg
  • Black Abyss: Minimum age 16 years old, & minimum weight 45kg
  • Customers doing Black Abyss and Black Labyrinth options need to bring swimewar, a towel and a warm change of clothes. Wet suit and booties are provided.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers
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