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Discover 126 Day tours in Waitomo Caves on Trip.com, updated March 4, 2026, with experiences lasting from 1 to 13 hours. Find the perfect adventure for your day!
From EUR 42.55 per person, with an average total of EUR 211.00. Choose the option that suits your plan.
With 626 verified reviews, Day tours Waitomo Caves boast an average rating of 4.7.
This week's most popular Day tours: "Waitomo's Hidden Gem: Small-Group Off the Beaten Track Tour", with 281 reviews and a 4.9 rating.
Now on Trip.com: "From Auckland: Waitomo Caves and Kiwi House Group Tour", a 9-hour adventure in Waitomo Caves!
The next available day tour departs on March 5, 2026. Book now to secure your spot!
Waitomo Caves Day tours usually take about 9 hours — perfect for a relaxed, immersive experience!
91% of Waitomo Caves Day tours now offer English-speaking guides
March is the perfect time to visit Waitomo Caves! Choose from Day tours available day tours, including seasonal favorites like Waitomo's Hidden Gem: Small-Group Off the Beaten Track Tour.
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Embark on a picturesque journey from Auckland through the scenic countrysideFree cancellationDuration: 9 hrs4.5/5Satisfied· 2 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFrom€81.90€86.22
92.7% of travelers recommendFree cancellationBook now for todayDuration: 1.5 hrs4.7/5Very good· 247 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFrom€56.02€58.97
Enjoy a boat ride through the Glowworm Grotto as the glowworms twinkle aboveFree cancellationDuration: 11 hrs4.7/5Very good· 3 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFrom€84.31€88.75
91.8% of travelers recommendFree cancellationDuration: 13 hrs4.7/5Very good· 85 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFrom€201.87€212.5
Get to see parts of New Zealand that few get to experienceFree cancellationBook now for today5.0/5Excellent· 1 review5% offLimited-time saleFrom€45.22€47.6
Enjoy the scenic beauty of Te Rohe Potae, the King CountryFree cancellationBook now for todayDuration: 4 hrs5% offLimited-time saleFrom€45.22€47.6![New Zealand Hobbiton + Glowworm Caves Day Tour [Group Tour with Green Dragon Lunch Ticket Included]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0583s12000n0eqk7nC4C4_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
The Lord of the Rings filming location, your gateway to the medieval eraFree cancellationDuration: 9.2 hrs32 bookedFrom€214.14![Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours + Waitomo Glowworm Caves + New Zealand [Itinerary Adjustment]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/fd/tg/g3/M03/BF/7E/CggYGlZf9UyANqmAABcEIyJXNg4081_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Premium private charter, exclusive space, door-to-door service, effortless travelFree cancellationDuration: 7.5 hrsFrom€476.45
100 consecutive positive reviewsFree cancellationDuration: 195 mins4.9/5Excellent· 281 reviewsFrom€114.09
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Before placing an order, please consult customer support and confirm availability (classic routes, limited spots).Duration: 10.5 hrsFrom€243.44
Embark on a boat tour through the world-renowned Waitomo Glowworm Caves to witness a mesmerizing galaxy formed by glowworms—this will be a truly unique experience.Duration: 9.2 hrsFrom€217.21
Experienced Trip Planner's guided tour serviceDuration: 10 hrsFrom€556.82![Auckland Round-trip- Hobbiton Village + Waitomo Glowworm Caves one-day tour[Lunch Included]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0350l12000fi6pz475460_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Wander through the wonders of Middle-earth on a perfect tour for fans of The Lord of the Rings and The HobbitFree cancellationDuration: 8.5 hrsFrom€228.65
Before placing an order, please consult customer support and confirm availability (classic routes, limited spots).Duration: 7 hrsFrom€248.82
Join a 1-day tour from Auckland to visit two of New Zealand's most popular attractions and enjoy transfer service.Duration: 10 hrsFrom€269.00
Single traveler can join, round-trip bus from Auckland, with pick-up service from select downtown hotels, includes Western-style light mealFree cancellationDuration: 7.6 hrs4.5/5Excellent· 2 reviewsFrom€230.67
Availability is very limited in December. Please check same-day availability before placing your order!!!Free cancellationDuration: 11.5 hrsFrom€250.17![Waitomo Caves and Hobbiton one-day tour from Auckland, New Zealand [English Guide]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0583712000nndyk7cD594_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Travel to magical places around the world, check in to experience the magic of the movie, and check in at the filming location of "The Lord of the Rings"Free cancellationDuration: 8 hrsFrom€257.97
Check seat availability before booking!Duration: 13 hrsFrom€250.17![[Auckland, New Zealand] Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours & Waitomo Caves Small Join-in Tour [Includes Admission Ticket and Lunch]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0582h12000ql9d4s6B169_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Embark on a boat to explore the world-famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves, where thousands of glowworms illuminate the darkness, creating a magical journey of light and shadow.Free cancellationDuration: 9 hrsFrom€242.10
Before placing an order, please consult customer support and confirm availability (classic routes, limited spots).Duration: 13 hrsFrom€242.10![Hobbiton™ Movie Set + Waitomo 1-day tour [Chinese/English]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0354h12000pk3phs1916F_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Experience a 1-day tour with a Chinese/English-speaking guide who will provide journey commentary. Waitomo Glowworm Caves exploration is only available with an English-speaking guide.Duration: 7 hrsFrom€269.00![New Zealand Waitomo Glowworm Caves + Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours 1-day tour [Round-trip from Auckland + Sightseeing Bus]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0584h12000qmi0sjjDA26_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Take the bus to visit the Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Hobbiton Movie Set, avoiding the fatigue of driving.Free cancellationDuration: 10.2 hrsFrom€196.06
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Reviews: From Auckland: Waitomo Caves and Kiwi House Group Tour
Guest User2026-02-15
The guide was kind and it was a comfortable day tour. The Waitomo Caves were very beautiful and I'm glad I went. I saw some cute kiwis at the Kiwi House. They were bigger than I imagined and definitely worth a visit. It was a wonderful trip. Thank you very much.★
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Reviews: Waitomo Caves: Ruakuri Glowworm Cave Guided Walking Tour
Guest User2026-02-26
From start to finish this tour was perfection! Our guide (1 pm tour on 25.February, sorry I don’t remember his name, but hoping this way you know who am referring too, so you can give him praise) was incredible and knowledgeable! He was eager to answer any and all questions and made this tour so very extra special!! THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART!! This was theeee best and I strongly recommend that everyone does this walking tour!!★
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Reviews: From Auckland: Waitomo Glowworm and Ruakuri Caves Day Tour
Guest User2026-02-06
Both caves were cool for their uniqueness, but the Waitomo Caves were remarkable for the dazzling display along the indoor boat ride! The Mauri community preserves this site very well and makes it special. Our driver Marty was a definite impediment though. His accent was so heavy, most of us on the bus struggled to understand what he was saying! His driving was frightening at times. I am not sure he's a good fit for accomodating tourists as he isn't terribly friendly or hospitable as he was insistent on only going to places that would serve him a free meal or drink as a tour guide. This activity may be better if booked with a different agency in all honesty.★
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Reviews: Auckland: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua - Te Puia Small-Group Tour
Guest User2026-02-11
The excursion itself is highly recommended. We really enjoyed the destinations. The glowworm cave was very impressive, as was Te Puia. The journey is quite long, which we knew beforehand, and we always felt a bit rushed. The trip is in a modern Sprinter bus. However, we found the seats rather uncomfortable, even though everything seemed very new. The guide explained a lot during the journey, but he spoke very quickly and sometimes unclearly over the microphone. This made it a bit difficult to understand and follow for non-native speakers. All in all, it was a successful excursion.★
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Reviews: Enchanting Waitomo: Ride, Revel and Radiate on our eBikes
Guest User2025-09-15
We had a lovely ride following the route suggested and enjoyed the walk to the caves all done st our own pace so we were able to stop and look at views along the way. Richard provided us both with a flask of herbal tea and snack bars to keep us going. Highly recommend this trip
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