Private Tour From Auckland to Rotorua & Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Small group

5.0 (4 reviews) 12 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

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Geyser- Te Puia — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Waitomo Glowworm cave — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

This private luxury tour is designed for couples and allows unlimited stops and to customise the tour to suit.

During this tour combination, you will visit New Zealand’s two most iconic and must visit attractions, Rotorua a region rich in cultural history and natural wonders. Then visit Waitomo Glow Worm Caves and marvel at thousands of enchanting glow worms found in a subterranean landscape. Discover New Zealand’s natural wonder which took over 30 million years to form!

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At a glance

Duration: 12 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Black Car Transfers & Tours

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board
Included: Lunch
Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: Return transfers to Auckland CBD hotels & Ports of Auckland

Not included

Not included: Breakfast
Not included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea

Itinerary

Te Puia

3 hours Admission included

Rotorua is a unique region where geothermal activity is evident from the steam appearing on the hills, parks and the lakefront.

You will arrive at Te Puia and with a local guide, you will encounter bubbling mud, pools of boiling water and stunning geysers. The Pōhutu geyser is the main attraction. Pōhutu is the largest geyser in the Southern Hemisphere, she erupts once or twice every hour reaching heights of up to 30 meters (100 ft). At Te Puia, you will get to see New Zealand’s national iconic flightless bird, the Kiwi.

Experience the unique ways Māori adapted to life in Rotorua.
Lake Rotorua

15 min

We will then continue our tour of Rotorua, the lakefront, visit the historical and picturesque government gardens and hot pools. (Under maintenance at present).

Our trip to Rotorua weaves together the fascinating geology, rich culture and colonial beginnings of this region that makes it a ‘must visit’ destination.
Waitomo Glowworm Caves

1 h 30 min Admission included

Waitomo Caves

We continue on to Waitomo Valley, the gateway to the spectacular Waitomo Caves.

Waitomo was one of New Zealand’s original tourist destination. Its popularity has endured and you’ll soon understand why. Lonely Planet calls the Waitomo Caves a ‘must do attraction’.

Under the farmland of the Waitomo area lies a network of caves, sinkholes and underground rivers. The caves were carved by underground streams shaping the soft limestone over thousands of years. Many of the caves have amazing stalactites (an icicle-shaped formations that hangs from the ceiling of a cave) and stalagmites (an upward-growing mound of deposits) built gradually over centuries from minerals contained in water that trickled through the caves. But what makes these caves truly unique are the glow worms, Arachnocampa Luminosa. These little creatures are unique to New Zealand. Thousands of them line the cave walls radiating their unmistakable luminescent light giving you the feeling of being close to a million stars.

During your tour, a local specialist guide provides a fascinating commentary on the Waitomo Caves’ history and geology as you explore the caves on foot and by boat. The gentle boat ride takes you silently down a peaceful underground stream lit only by the millions of tiny glow-worms lining the walls and roof of the cave. A truly awe-inspiring experience.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Auckland Intl Airport
Ascotia Off Queen
Queens wharf
Princess wharf
Fable Auckland - MGallery Collection
Avani Auckland Metropolis Residences
M Social Hotel Auckland
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Auckland - Federal Street
Crowne Plaza Auckland By IHG
Ramada Suites By Wyndham Victoria Street West
Grand Millennium Auckland
Adina Auckland Britomart

and 31 more pickup points

Cruise Ship guests will be met at the point of exit from the customs area to the arrival area of the port with a name board for ease of identification. Airport transfers extras unless it is specified otherwise, please contact us to confirm.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The Waitomo Glowworm cave booking would be subject to availability, please check availability with management before booking.
Full refund will be given in case there is no availability at Waitomo Glowworm cave or because of bad weather