Auckland: Waitomo Caves & Te Puia Rotorua w Picnic Lunch

Overview

This full-day small-group tour from Auckland visits Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Rotorua’s Te Puia, ideal for travellers interested in nature, culture, and geothermal features.

Highlights

• Explore Te Puia’s geothermal features and the Pōhutu Geyser.
• Glide through Waitomo Glowworm Caves on a guided boat ride.
• See native kiwi birds at the Kiwi Conservation Centre.
• Small-group experience for a personalized, relaxed pace.
• Learn about Māori arts and crafts and enjoy a cultural performance including the Haka.

Description

Travel through New Zealand’s countryside from Auckland to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Rotorua’s Te Puia. This small-group, all-inclusive tour combines natural wonders with Māori culture and expert local insights.

At Waitomo, join a guided boat ride along an underground river illuminated by thousands of glowworms (Arachnocampa luminosa). Discover the cave’s geology, the glowworms’ life cycle, and local legends that enhance this unique environment.

Enjoy a picnic-style lunch in a peaceful rural setting before continuing through the Waikato countryside to Rotorua.

At Te Puia, experience Māori culture and geothermal activity with a guided visit to the Pōhutu Geyser, the largest active geyser in the Southern Hemisphere. Explore bubbling mud pools and steaming vents, and visit the Kiwi Conservation Centre to see New Zealand’s iconic nocturnal bird.

The tour also includes a guided walk through the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute, meeting master carvers and weavers preserving traditional skills, followed by an authentic Māori cultural performance featuring traditional songs, poi dancing, and the haka.

Includes

• Fully guided tour
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Round-trip transportation
• Te Puia guided tour
• Cultural performance including the Māori Haka
• Waitomo Glowworm Caves guided tour with boat ride
• Picnic-style lunch
• Bottled water and light refreshments
• All fees and taxes

Important Information

• Minimum numbers required. The tour may be cancelled after confirmation if minimum numbers are not met; in this case, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Booking Tips

Book in advance to secure your place. Bring comfortable walking shoes, a light jacket, and a camera. The tour runs year-round; mornings are best to avoid crowds at major sites.