The 10 Best Outdoor Activities in Waitomo Caves, North Island

Our tours are friendly, informative and fun. With no more than 12 people on board, raft beneath many thousands of fabulous glowworms to see them at their very best. We visit private caves away from the regular, more commercial tours. Our caves are on a beautiful hill country farm and your guide is also your host, so expect a really enjoyable and memorable tour of our two magical caves.

Waitomo’s Premier Activities & Relaxation. We have an Awesome selection of underground Adventures ...and lots more... you can relax at the Waitomo DaySpa with Massage, Treatments & Floatation Pods for the ultimate relaxation. Adventure options are described in detail on our website each with different levels of physicality and challenge. Some options are DRY and some are WET. No prior experience required. We supply everything including boots, overalls/wetsuits as appropriate. Photos are provided to clients completely FREE. Our Trips Lost World -The Ultimate - 3 distinct options TumuTumu ToObing -a varied/more interesting version of Blackwater Rafting. Haggas Honking Holes- Waitomo’s most concentrated action. St Benedicts Caverns -surprisingly gentle. Abseil then explore NZ’s prettiest cave. Trollcave - A fantasy adventure for the young at heart- essentially an underground escape room with a grumpy Cave Troll and other challenges to get you thinking !

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Kiwi Cave Rafting (origionally Rap Raft 'n' Rock) combines 5 spectacular caving adventures into one great value 5 hour tour. Clients abseil down into the cave then go caving, blackwater rafting, see a huge glow worm display and rock climb out. We are 100% locally owned and operated. Our cave is totally natural. We take small groups with a maximum of 6 people. To join the adventure call: 0800 228 372.

Our awesome Waitomo adventure is tucked away “off the beaten track” on our family farm and we LOVE it that way and so do our guests. Away from the tourist crowds - You can explore magical glow worm displays in their purest form and at your own pace on our 3-hour guided tours of small groups. With no foot paths or any lighting, this is a genuine natural eco experience. Private Tour - Just like standard Glowing Adventure eco-tour, but for your private group - just you, your friends, and your guide. Glowing Adventures Photography Tour - Private photography tours for 2-4 people. Take your time and photograph some of New Zealand's finest scenery. Photography equipment welcome. NOTE: All tours not suitable for anyone with mobility issues as the tour involves walking through streams and over rocks. A reasonable level of fitness is required

Waitomo Caves Zipline Park is an exciting new activity opened in April 2019. You will fly high on 12 zip lines through native trees and over limestone bluffs with fantastic views over the region. The longest zip line is a massive 280m long. You will receive a complete safety briefing learning to use the gear provided before being guided through the course while also learning about the fascinating local history along the way.

Thermal Land Shuttle, an operator with over 10 years of experience, believes the only way to truly experience Waitomo, is to spend the whole day there! So in 2019 we launched easy and cost-effective full-day option from and returning to Rotorua. There are also some awesome sights on the route which we would love to show you – come join us for a great day out!

Waitomo’s Original Black Water Rafting Operator & Legendary for 30 Years! We’ve been sharing thrills and excitement for over 3 decades and have experienced guides who’ll take you safely through the stunning underworld of Ruakuri Cave. We will take you deep underground on the most unreal subterranean journey that’ll have you begging for more! After you’ve jumped off a few waterfalls and pushed yourself to the limits, warm up with a hot shower and treat yourself to some hot soup on bagels, on us. Black Labyrinth: The original Waitomo black water rafting tour that will have you exploring and tubing through mysterious Ruakuri Cave. Grab a group of mates, some rubber tubes, and let’s take you on an unreal underground adventure you will never forget. Black Abyss For the ultimate in adventure caving tours, look no further than the Black Abyss. You'll descend into the black, seemingly bottomless depths of Ruakuri Cave, zipline through a gallery of illuminating glowworms and climb underground.

Waitomo Caves Tours and Transfers is a family owned and operated transport company based at Waitomo Caves, NZ. We have multiple tour options as well as operating the local taxi/shuttle service you can book a custom transfer to your caving adventure. We are passionate about Waitomo and will help you arrange a caving experience that suits your budget and your needs. Join one of our half day or full day tours and see amazing Waitomo Landscap