We’ve just been to the caves, first time for me and my kids. It’s really well set up, with gentle walking paths through the caves and su toe lighting for the first part. Our guide Shaunie was lovely, ...
Having lived our whole lives in NZ and never ever having done this tour this was so worth it. Our guide is a local with genetic links to the original founders of the caves. The information provide...
We loved the 12pm tour with Chris. He was knowledgeable and entertaining which is always a bonus. There are over 100 steps so if you have mobility issues then i would not suggest this cave trip but th...
We visited the main Waitomo caves (with the boat) The boat trip was an absolute highlight! It was so peaceful and the glowworms incredible. Covid 19 has obviously hit this area hard which was such a ...
The Waitomo Glowworm Caves is a limestone cave group in the western mountains of New Zealand's North Island; it is a famous New Zealand scenic spot. In the Maori language, Waitomo means "surrounded by green waters." The caves consists mainly of three distinct caves, the Waitomo Glowworm Cave, the Ruakuri Cave and the Aranui Cave. The Waitomo Glowworm Cave is a stalactite cave. The Cathedral Cavern inside the cave is especially well known for its echo. The Ruakuri Cave is an underground cave where visitors can hear the musical sounds of an underground waterfall. The entrance to the Aranui Cave is also the visitor center. The membrane structured arch here is very magnificent.
Come and explore the secret world! See limestone and Ride the boat in cave to experience Glowworm!no photos taking during the visting
Coming to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, where I have long admired my name, is a long-standing wish. Well-known. There are many places to watch fireflies in New Zealand, and Waitomo is one of the most famous and popular. Most tourists from all over the world put the Waitomo Glowworm Caves in the top 3 must-visit attractions in the North Island of New Zealand. Subvert cognition. The commonly known firefly is an insect whose tail sometimes emits blue light and flies in the bushes and grass. Waitomo's firefly is a special species of firefly found only in New Zealand and Australia. Living in dark caves all year round and adsorbed on wet rock walls; the secreted 20~50 cm long filaments will emit a little blue light, which not only attracts other flying insects for their prey, but also forms stars The spectacular sight. A little regret. In order to maintain the ecological environment in the cave and ensure a good viewing experience, photography is not allowed during the tour. As a result, the beautiful scenery only stays in the eyes and mind, but not in the camera or digital.
Great attraction, lots of fireflies and a great experience
It was amazing, so beautiful, and the cave was very quiet
Very special experience, the locals are friendly, the key is that the firefly is not at all a familiar flyer