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USD $344.00
Private Tour: Waitomo Caves Day Trip from Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand
See the popular attraction of Waitomo Caves on this private day trip from Auckland. Whisk through the 'City of Sails' with a quick introduction by your personal guide, then travel by private vehicle to the caverns brightly lit with glowworms. A boat ride through the Glowworm Grotto is an unparalleled experience you won't soon forget.
Start your full-day tour with hotel pickup in Auckland's central business district (CBD). Get comfortable in your private vehicle and let your personal guide show you the highlights in the City of Sails. After this brief orientation, you're off to the Waitomo Caves.
A scenic drive takes you along the Waikato River, overlooking rich farmland and fertile plains amid the stunning natural landscapes of the North Island. On arrival, your guide accompanies you on an underground tour into the Waitomo Caves. Hop on a boat for a ride into the Glowworm Grotto to marvel at tiny glowworms that illuminate the subterranean cathedral. The acoustics in this particular cavern are world-renowned.
Learn about the formations and the natural history of the area from your guide. Then continue on to Hunua Falls, a cascade situated along the Wairoa River. Finally, relax for the return drive to Auckland, with drop-off at your hotel or preferred destination within the city.
There is tremendous flexibility with this tour too, as a guide can be provided in the following languages for an additional flat rate: Arabic, Chinese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Norwegian, Swedish, Danish.
Unusual caverns with glow worms and a nice history lessons.
Review by: Danielle V, August 2016
excellent driver and guide. First time we have booked a private tour but I can recomment it
Review by: Amber B, May 2016
While the focal point was the Waitomo caves (breathtaking, outstanding, amazing), the highlight was the tour guide. He was very flexible with other things to see and provided insight to New Zealand that we wouldn and #39;t have been able to get otherwise. Highly recommend this private trip!