Bay of Islands Glow Worm Caves & Scenic Shore Excursion

4.5 (354 reviews) 5 h 30 min Free cancellation

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Haruru Waterfalls — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Glow Worm Caves — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Create lasting memories on this half-day tour of the Bay of Islands from your cruise ships arrival at the Waitangi Wharf.

The Bay of Islands is a popular tourist destination in New Zealand. This guided tour shows you an abundance of breathtaking picturesque views giving you plenty of fantastic photo opportunities. The area is often referred to as “the birthplace of New Zealand”, due to the past events that took place there. These historical events led to the shaping of New Zealand.

Your tour will include a Bakery/Café stop for you to grab a coffee or something to eat “on the go”. Your Bay Of Islands tour guide will instruct you on where to catch the shuttle buses back to the tenders should you wish to stay in town longer once your tour ends.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 35 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English
Operated by: Bay Of Islands Tours

Ages: Children (0–14 years) · Adults (15–110 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: Driver/guide
Included: Chocolate-tasting
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Port pickup and drop-off
Included: Live commentary on board
Included: Local taxes

Not included

Not included: Food and Drinks

Itinerary

Paihia Harbour

10 min

See the Paihia harbour as we drive through
Haruru Falls

15 min Admission included

View the waterfalls
Makana Chocolate Boutique

15 min Admission included

Sample some of the finest chocolates
Kawiti Glow Worm Caves

40 min Admission included

Stunning guided tour of the glow worm caves
Manginangina Kauri Walk

30 min Admission included

A beautiful short walk

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

We will be waiting at the end of the Waitangi Wharf - where your tender boats drop you with a sign saying "Bay of Islands Tours"

If you are staying at a hotel - please list your hotel name when booking so we can pick you up from reception.

End point

We will be waiting at the end of the Waitangi Wharf - where your tender boats drop you with a sign saying "Bay of Islands Tours"

If you are staying at a hotel - please list your hotel name when booking so we can pick you up from reception.

Pickup points

Please advise what hotel you are staying at if you require pick up from your accommodation.

For Cruise ship passengers:

Pick up is at the end of the Waitangi Wharf (where you get off the tenders). Simply keep walking straight and you will come to the "Waitangi Yacht Club" where we will be with our 'Bay of Islands Tours – Shore Excursion' sign ready to check you in.

Please aim to be on shore 15 minutes prior to your departure time.

To make the most of the day and guarantee your return to the Wharf on time for tender back to your ship, we must adhere to a strict departure time. Please ensure you give yourself plenty of time to tender to shore .

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.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
100% refund will be issued if your ship can't make it into port due to weather conditions.
If your ship is scheduled to arrive after 9.30am - the tour departure time will automatically adjust to depart 1 hour after your arrival time - you can email to confirm this after booking.