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Haruru Waterfalls and Glow Worm Caves Tour

4.6 (14 reviews) 2 h 30 min Free cancellation
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Haruru Waterfalls and Glow Worm Caves Tour

About this activity

Explore the enchanting Kawiti Glow Worm Caves on this captivating tour from Paihia. Begin your journey with a scenic 30-minute drive, enriched by local insights from your guide. Once at the caves, embark on a 45-minute easy walk led by knowledgeable local guides, marveling at the mesmerizing glow worms illuminating the cavern. Continue the adventure at Haruru Waterfalls, where the impressive roar of cascading water awaits. Conclude your tour back in Paihia, where charming shops and eateries beckon for exploration.

  • Scenic drive from Paihia with local history and fun facts
  • 45-minute guided walk through the stunning Kawiti Glow Worm Caves
  • Visit Haruru Waterfalls and experience its thunderous roar
  • Pick up from Tender wharf for 9am tours for Cruiseship passengers.
  • Get in touch if you have a bigger group, we can accommodate over several vans.
  • Would recommend bringing a warm jacket, as caves can get cold.
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At a glance

Duration
2 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 25 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Elite Excursions

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–11 years) · Adults (12–120 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Admission fees: Admission fee
  • Included: Guided Tour
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

  1. Haruru Falls

    15 min

    We will then take you out to Haruru Waterfalls where you will hear the "ROAR" of the falls streaming down and showing you the Waitangi River.

  2. Kawiti Glow Worm Caves

    45 min Admission included

    You will then arrive at the Kawiti Glow Worm Caves. The Kawiti Local Tour Guides will take you through an easy walk through the Caves, with just a few steps and ramps. Experiencing the Galaxy of Glow worms on a 45 min tour through the Cave.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • **For Cruiseship passengers doing the 9am tour. We will pick up from Waitangi Tender port. All other later times, or other dates we will be in Paihia opposite the I-site.

End point

  • Tour ends in Paihia, complimentary shuttle buses run you back to Waitangi tender wharf.

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

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Booster seats available on request

Traveller ratings

4.6 out of 5 · 14 reviews
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