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Monday 9:30am - 5pm Tuesday 9:30am - 5pm Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm Thursday 9:30am - 5pm Friday 9:30am - 5pm Saturday 9:30am - 4pm Sunday 9:30am - 4:30pm

Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Name: Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Address: Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Waitomo, 3977, NZ
Telephone: +6478788228
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.6

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The Original Waitomo Glowworm Caves and a New Zealand must do. Discover your moment of magic and add this to your bucket list now. http://www.waitomo.com
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Enjoy the world famous boat ride under thousands of magical glowworms and become a part of over 120 years of cultural and natural history.

24/01/2025

Preserving the magic of Waitomo isn’t just our job—it’s our promise. As kaitiaki of the Glowworm, Ruakuri, and Aranui Caves, we’re dedicated to protecting these precious taonga for future generations.

Through our commitment to sustainability, we:
🌱 Plant native vegetation and fence off livestock to protect waterways
🌳 Partner with DOC to enhance biodiversity
🌍 Help reduce carbon footprints with sustainable souvenirs
🚯 Eliminate single-use plastics
📚 Educate visitors on caring for this beautiful land

Let’s keep the glowworms glowing, the rafting flowing, and the Tiaki Promise going!

16/01/2025

🌟 Meet Bea, one of our amazing Ruakuri guides as she shares the magic of glowworms, unreal limestone formations, and our legendary spiral entrance. 🌀

Tag someone you want to explore the caves with! 👇

07/01/2025

You're spoilt for choice when it comes to accommodation options in Waitomo 🏡✨ Check out some of these absolute gems on offer.

29/12/2024

These easy, family-friendly walks are just a hop, skip and a jump from the Waitomo Glowworm Caves so don't forget your walking shoes when you visit 🥾✨

13/12/2024

Need to find a pressie for the person who has everything?

Give them the gift of an unforgettable experience - from the wonders of glowworms, the thrill of black water rafting, or a serene escape into nature. Grab yours today.

09/12/2024

Need a Christmas gift with a difference? When one isn't enough, choose the Top Cave Combo:

🌟 Ruakuri Cave
An epic spiral entrance, limestone formations, crystal tapestries and the distant roar of underground waterfalls. Plus you can get up close with glowworms ✨

💫 Aranui Cave
Delicate formations in soft hues of brown, pink, and white, steeped in Māori myth and legend. An intimate and unforgettable experience.✨

👉 Ready to explore Book your Top Cave Combo now!

02/10/2024

Not sure which adventure is the right fit? Check out our options so you can make sure your experience is an unforgettable one.

Head over to 👉 https://www.waitomo.com/discover/compare-experiences

21/09/2024

Ake Ake Ake
Kia kaha te Reo Māori!

24/08/2024

💚 What is Tiaki?

Tiaki means to care for people and place, embodying the responsibility to protect New Zealand’s heritage. At Waitomo, we share this kaupapa by following these guiding principles:

🌱 Kaitiakitanga: We protect our environment by implementing eco-friendly practices and conservation projects.
🤝 Manaakitanga: Our hospitality extends to caring for the land and its people.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Whanaungatanga: Building strong community ties ensures a sustainable future for all.

Help preserve Waitomo's natural wonders by sharing your own Tiaki promise.

11/06/2024

Celebrate Matariki with a Magical Glowworm Experience! ✨

Embark on a journey that intertwines culture, nature, and celestial beauty with Discover Waitomo's exclusive Matariki Twilight Tours!

Here's why you won't want to miss it:

Bilingual experience: Immerse yourself in the significance of Matariki through a unique bilingual tour.
Twilight magic: Explore the Waitomo Glowworm Caves at dusk, witnessing the glowworms come alive.
Unforgettable memories: Celebrate the Maori New Year in a truly special way.
Join us on Friday, 28th June, Saturday, 29th June, or Sunday, 30th June, all tours start at 5 pm! ✨

Limited spots are available; book yours now!

05/03/2024

The outside of the is just as magical as the inside 😍

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28/12/2023

As we enter our busiest time of year, we strongly encourage you to pre-book your cave tickets as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Book online now by visiting waitomo.com ✨ 🐛

21/12/2023

Struggling to think of a last-minute gift idea? Experiences are the best gifts, so give them a gift they won't forget with a Glowworm Cave Tour! Visit waitomo.com to book now.

12/12/2023

Please note the Waitomo Glowworm Cave Visitor Centre is now a cashless site. We strongly encourage you to book your tour online, and please make sure you bring a contactless method of payment (credit card, Apple Pay etc) for on-site purchases.

04/11/2023

Congratulations, you did it! Click below for your 2023 The Hits Waitomo Trail Run times!

https://www.sportsplits.com/races/the-hits-waitomo-trail-run-2023

02/11/2023

We are 2 days away from the Waitomo Trail Run! For those participating, here are some important reminders:

⭐️ Make sure you check-in for your race at the Waitomo Homestead (584 State Highway 3) between 4pm-8pm on Friday, or on race day between 5:30am-12pm.

⭐️ 6km, 21km and 35km participants - Please use the free shuttle service from the Waitomo Domain to get to the start point of your race.

⭐️ 11km participants - Make your own way to Stubbs Farm (970 Te Anga Rd). There is parking available here.

⭐️ Prizegiving will be held at 5pm on Saturday at the Waitomo Homestead. Come along to celebrate your success, and enjoy some well earned food and drink with friends and family.

See you at the start line!

31/10/2023

The Waitomo Trail Run is happening this Saturday! We can't wait to welcome runners and walkers from all around the country to our region this weekend to show off the incredibly diverse landscape Waitomo has to offer 😍

Last minute registrations are still available - sign up at waitomo.com/whats-on

17/09/2023

Learn some new kupu (words) this Māori language week!

For the final day of Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori, we share the Māori word for the little critters that make our caves so popular! Titiwai can be translated to 'light reflected on the water.' There's nothing quite like looking up at a sky full of titiwai in our ana (cave). Come and have a look for yourself! ✨ 🐛

Address

Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Waitomo
3977

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 5pm
Thursday	9:30am - 5pm
Friday	9:30am - 5pm
Saturday	9:30am - 4pm
Sunday	9:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+6478788228

Website

http://www.waitomo.com/glowworms-and-caves/waitomo-glowworm-caves?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=mai

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Videos

These tiny bioluminescent headliners put on a light show that could rival a sold-out Coldplay concert. Come and check out this magical sight right here in beautiful Waitomo. 🌟✨

🌟 Meet Bea, one of our amazing Ruakuri guides as she shares the magic of glowworms, unreal limestone formations, and our legendary spiral entrance. 🌀 Tag someone you want to explore the caves with! 👇

Meri Kirihimete from all of us at Discover Waitomo! Wishing you a holiday season as magical as our glowworms. ✨

Discover galaxies inside the heart of Earth. 🌌✨ Dive into a world where nature lights up the darkness. 🌟 #WaitomoGlowwormCaves

Not sure which adventure is the right fit? Check out our options so you can make sure your experience is an unforgettable one. Head over to 👉 https://www.waitomo.com/discover/compare-experiences

Ake Ake Ake Kia kaha te Reo Māori! #TeReoMāori #MāoriLanguageWeek #GlowwormCaves #DiscoverWaitomo #BlackWaterRafting

Today’s word of the day from our Cave Tour team: Whenua 🌿 – meaning land. A reminder of the deep connection we have to the land and its importance in Te Ao Māori. #Whenua #TeReoMāori #MāoriLanguageWeek #CaveTours

Word of the day: Ana 🏞️ It means cave, and it’s where the magic of the glowworms happens. Ready to experience an Ana with us? #Ana #TeReoMāori #MāoriLanguageWeek #GlowwormCaves

When you’re afraid of the dark but nature has other plans. We promise it’s more awe, than ‘ahhh’!🌌 #GlowWorms #Waitomo #FaceYourFears

Titiwai 🌟 The Māori word for glowworm, shared by the Waitomo Cave Tour team. Come see the Titiwai – the starlike lights of the Waitomo caves. #Titiwai #TeReoMāori #MāoriLanguageWeek #WaitomoCaves

Waitomo: the name says it all 🌊 ‘Wai’ is water and ‘tomo’ means entering the earth, making it the perfect word for this place where water and land meet. #Waitomo #TeReoMāori #MāoriLanguageWeek #DiscoverNZ

Kaitiaki = guardian 🌊 Whether it’s our environment, our people, or our traditions, being a kaitiaki is all about protecting what’s precious, like our beautiful caves. #Kaitiaki #TeReoMāori #MāoriLanguageWeek