Waitomo Caves
Waitomo Caves is a caves system and small village in the Waikato region of the North Island. The nearest large town, Hamilton, is one hour's drive away (78km) and Auckland, two hours away (200km) and Rotorua, two hours away (156km). The Waitomo Caves can be found 8km along Waitomo Caves Road, off State Highway 3.
Waitomo Caves village itself is very small, but the caves have formed a major tourist attraction and are well-known for their population of glowworms, Arachnocampa luminosa found exclusively in New Zealand. Visitors to the caves can visit easy-to-access caves, raft or crawl through caves depending on their interests and abilities. A popular guided activity is 'blackwater rafting' in which visitors float through the caves in huge tubes viewing glowworms and cave decorations as they go. more
There are around 300 known limestone caves beneath the hills of the Waitomo region, but the main caves visited by tourists are the Waitomo Glowworm Cave, Ruakuri Cave, Aranui Cave and Gardner's Gut. These caves are home to some beautiful cave decorations, stalactites, stalagmites and helicti.
Accommodation in Waitomo Caves is varied including farmstays, bed and breakfasts, backpackers, hotel and motor lodges.
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AUCKLAND & BEYOND TOURS - Auckland
AUCKLAND & BEYOND TOURS - Auckland
Mobile-friendly - Auckland & Beyond Tours invites you to explore New Zealand and discover it's hidden gems by joining our Luxury tours. Whether you would like a day trip or a Multi-day luxury private tour. We create lifetime memories, we take care of the planning for you so you can relax and enjoy the journey through the magical nature of NZ.
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- +64 220 474 575
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BLACKWATER RAFTING TTT - Waitomo
BLACKWATER RAFTING TTT - Waitomo
Mobile-friendly - The more comprehensive Blackwater Rafting experience. With our professional guides in support, discover these awesome caves complete with stalactities; stalagmites and zillions of magical glowworms. Trips depart daily from the Waitomo Adventure Centre which also boasts an awesome Cafe and Dayspa. Online Video & Deals.
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- +64 7 878 7788
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- 0800 WAITOMO (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 1227 Waitomo Valley Rd, Waitomo Caves, New Zealand
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BUSH & BEACH - Waitakere, Auckland
BUSH & BEACH - Waitakere, Auckland
Mobile-friendly - Bush and Beach help you make the most of your time in Auckland, offering enjoyable and innovative small group guided tours in and around Auckland. We can help you find out about Auckland city or explore stunning rainforests and beaches of Auckland’s West coast. From Auckland we have daily tours to Hobbiton movie set, Waitomo caves or beautiful Coromandel.
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- +64 9 837 4130
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- 0800 4 BEACH (0800 423 224) (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 3 Enterprise Dr, Henderson, Auckland, New Zealand
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CHEEKY KIWI TRAVEL - Auckland, Queenstown and Christchurch
CHEEKY KIWI TRAVEL - Auckland, Queenstown and Christchurch
Mobile-friendly - Experience the best New Zealand has to offer on a small group day tour with Cheeky Kiwi Travel. We offer day trips & multi tours to the most popular destinations around Auckland, Christchurch & Queenstown. Our fully guided small group tours & day trips are run in modern, comfortable minibuses & our guides bring the journey to life.
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- +64 9 390 7380
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- +64 22 076 5058
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- Auckland, Queenstown and Christchurch, New Zealand
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GLOWWORM MOTEL - Waitomo
GLOWWORM MOTEL - Waitomo
Mobile-friendly - We are the closest motel to the world-famous glow worm caves. Warm, affordable motel accommodation in a picturesque location. Range of fully self-contained ground-floor units with modern facilities. Friendly hosts keen to assist you in enjoying this world-acclaimed area. Close to many recreational activities and venues.
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- +64 7 873 8882
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- 1 Waitomo Caves Road, RD7, Waitomo Caves, New Zealand
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LANDMARKS PRIVATE TAILOR-MADE TOURS - AUCKLAND
LANDMARKS PRIVATE TAILOR-MADE TOURS - AUCKLAND
Mobile-friendly - Discover and experience the real Auckland as locals do with LANDMARKS. Enjoy private, unforgettable, Auckland tours and experiences with a local guide, expert in Auckland's sights and lifestyle. Bespoke urban and country tours, often along unexpected routes, guarantee you unique and exclusive experiences. Half, Full and Multi day tour options for Auckland and beyond. Anything is possible. Enquire now.
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- +64 21 932 083
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- PO Box 147571, Ponsonby, Auckland, New Zealand
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NEW ZEALAND SELF DRIVE TOURS - New Zealand
NEW ZEALAND SELF DRIVE TOURS - New Zealand
Mobile-friendly - At New Zealand Self Drive Tours we can custom design your perfect New Zealand holiday package. With over 200 different tour suggestions, every one of our self drive itineraries are 100% customisable, allowing you to incorporate any of our excellent range of activities and accommodations. Chat with our New Zealand travel experts to begin crafting your dream New Zealand holiday!
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NORTHERN HOT SPOTS TOUR - Auckland, Coromandel & Central North Island
NORTHERN HOT SPOTS TOUR - Auckland, Coromandel & Central North Island
Mobile-friendly - Departing Auckland by ferry, join Coromandel Adventures for the ultimate 4 day Central North Island NZ Experience…. Discover the pleasure and excitement of the Central North Island on this unique 4 day adventure combining the best of the Coromandel with the Middle-earth Trilogy package.
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- +64 7 866 7014
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- +64 21 813 722
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- 0800 GO CORO (0800 46 2676) (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 90 Tiki Road, Coromandel, New Zealand
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PODIUM LODGE - Cambridge
PODIUM LODGE - Cambridge
Podium Lodge is modern and vibrant 86 bed facility offering a home away from home in a tranquil rural setting. Located on the doorstep of local world class sporting and recreational facilities, Podium Lodge is designed to accommodate families, teams and visitors seeking affordable quality accommodation with a unique Home of Champions experience!
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RED CARPET LORD OF THE RINGS™ TOURS - Nationwide
RED CARPET LORD OF THE RINGS™ TOURS - Nationwide
Mobile-friendly - Lord of the Rings™ Tours. We'll take you on 6, 10 or 14 day journey through Middle Earth™. Make your dreams a reality, walk in the footsteps of your favourite character with our Lord of the Rings™ Tour. Visit best Lord of the Rings™/Hobbit™ film-sites with like-minded fans, become part of a fellowship. 5-star winners on Trip-Advisor yearly since 2012.
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- +64 9 410 6561
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- +64 21 461 142
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- PO Box 100-680, North Shore Mail Centre, Auckland, New Zealand
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ROTORUA TOURS AND TRANSFERS - Rotorua and North Island Wide
ROTORUA TOURS AND TRANSFERS - Rotorua and North Island Wide
Mobile-friendly - Private cruise ship and personal tours from Rotorua / Tauranga / Port of Tauranga / Mount Maunganui. Destinations include Rotorua / Coromandel / Napier / Taupo / National Park / Hobbiton / Waitomo. Small group custom tours. We have beautiful places for you to see and great adventure to be had. Design your own tour to see more for less.
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ROYALE COACHLINES - Tauranga
ROYALE COACHLINES - Tauranga
Mobile-friendly - Royale Coachlines have specially designed day Cruise Ship Tours to cater for passengers visiting the Port of Tauranga. The tours show off the best of the area and guarantee to return to your ship well before departure time. Royale Coachlines also provides a quality bus service and coach charter service for tours in Tauranga and to anywhere in New Zealand.
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- +64 7 547 4444
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- +64 27 477 8984
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- PO Box 4652 Mount Maunganui South, Tauranga, New Zealand
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RUAKURI WALK - Waitomo
RUAKURI WALK - Waitomo
The Ruakuri Walk is a great free attraction in the Waitomo Caves area. Based in the Ruakuri Scenic Reserve, a place of strong cultural significance to Maori, the walk includes limestone outcrops, native forest and small caves to be explored.
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THRIFTY TOURS - Nationwide
THRIFTY TOURS - Nationwide
Mobile-friendly - Travel New Zealand at your own pace on an expertly planned independent or escorted coach tour with Thrifty Tours. Our coach touring packages allow you to relax and enjoy New Zealand's spectacular scenery, while taking in a range of unique and exciting activities along the way. Call us today and we can start planning your perfect New Zealand touring vacation!
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- +64 3 443 0812
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- 0800 110 461 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Level 1, 93 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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WAITOMO ADVENTURES - Waitomo
WAITOMO ADVENTURES - Waitomo
Mobile-friendly - NZ's ultimate underground adventures. Seven Amazing Options including Lost World 100m abseil or our new fantasy Trollcave. You choose from easy to extreme. Glowworms, Blackwater-Rafting, Climbing & Abseiling. Online Videos & Deals.
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- +64 7 878 7788
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- 0800 WAITOMO (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 1227 Waitomo Valley Rd, Waitomo Caves, New Zealand
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WAITOMO DAY SPA & WELLNESS CENTRE - Waitomo
WAITOMO DAY SPA & WELLNESS CENTRE - Waitomo
Mobile-friendly - Experience floatation therapy, as well as massage, face and body treatments in our new Day Spa. A place of pampering and escape, our professionally trained staff are committed to your every need. Our environment is serene, luxurious and peaceful. Relaxation and comfort are assured with our floatation Dreampods featuring spacious interiors with gentle music and soft lighting.
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- +64 7 878 7788
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- 0800 WAITOMO (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 1227 Waitomo Valley Rd, Waitomo Caves, New Zealand
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Waitomo - Off the beaten track
Waitomo - Off the beaten track
Waitomo is situated in the King Country of the southern Waikato region in New Zealand's North Island and whilst predominantly a dairy farming region, it is also known for its beautiful cave systems. The Waitomo caves are a popular destination for visitors because of their stunning stalactites and stalagmites, colonies of glowworms and caving activities. The Waitomo caves.
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WAITOMO TOP 10 HOLIDAY PARK - Waitomo, Waikato
WAITOMO TOP 10 HOLIDAY PARK - Waitomo, Waikato
Mobile-friendly - Located near some of New Zealand’s most spectacular attractions, Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle. Unwind with accommodation options to suit any budget. From motel units, ensuite units and campsites, plus a swimming pool, hot-tub, playground, covered BBQ area and more, all located only 600 metres from Waitomo Glowworm Caves.
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- +64 7 878 7639
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- 0508 498 666 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 12 Waitomo Village Road, Waitomo Caves, Waikato, New Zealand
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ZEALANDIER TOURS - New Zealand
ZEALANDIER TOURS - New Zealand
Mobile-friendly - Zealandier Tours specialise in providing quality Cruise Ship Shore Sightseeing Day excursions and fully escorted Small Group Tours from the ports of Tauranga and Auckland and other New Zealand cities. Our iconic tour destinations include Rotorua Thermal Land and Maori Culture, Hobbiton; the movie set location for Lord of The Rings and The Hobbit and Waitomo Glow Worms Cave.
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- +64 27 419 4680
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- 12 Lasiandra Place, Mt Maunganui, New Zealand
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