Rotorua and Waitomo Caves Day Trip from Auckland -Smaller Groups | La Vacanza Travel

Rotorua and Waitomo Caves Day Trip from Auckland -Smaller Groups

Duration: 13 hours
Destination: New Zealand, North Island, Auckland
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  • 13 hours
  • Auckland
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

The geothermal area of Rotorua and the Waitomo Glowworm Caves are must-see destinations for any traveler to the North Island of New Zealand. Your guide accompanies you to the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute at Te Puia for an immersive cultural experience, then takes you to Waitomo Caves after a cafe lunch. You'll experience the awe-inspiring magic of tiny glowworms on a boat ride into the caves and learn about their natural history

Guaranteed departure - Due to low numbers and sustained losses caused by Covid 19, until further notice we will need a minimum of 4 people (or price equivalent) to run tours

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, Hemo Rd, Rotorua New Zealand

Within TE Puia you will find the national schools of wood carving, weaving, stone and bone carving. They have shared these treasures with manuhiri (visitors) for 170 years and proudly continue that legacy today

Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Lake Rotorua, Rotorua New Zealand

We have limited time in Rotorua so we quickly have a look at Lake Rotorua on our way in or way out of Rotorua

Stop At: Te Puia, Hemo Road, Rotorua New Zealand

Te Puia where you will have lunch and time to explore Te Puia - total time in Rotorua approximately 1.5 hours. Te Puia spans 70 hectares within the historic Te Whakarewarewa Valley, on the edge of Rotorua. It is home to the Pohutu geyser, mud pools, hot springs, silica formations, the Kiwi bird and the national schools of wood carving, weaving, stone and bone carving

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Waitomo Glowworm Caves, 39 Waitomo Village Road, Waitomo Caves 3943 New Zealand

We travel to Waitomo Caves, World renowned and a magnet for both local and overseas visitors, the Waitomo Glowworm Caves occupy a high placing in the New Zealand vacation wish-list. The glow worm, Arachnocampa luminosa, is unique to New Zealand. Thousands of these tiny creatures radiate their unmistakable luminescent light as expert guides provide informative commentary on the Caves' historical and geological significance. You will walk into the caves and sail out in a small boat.

Duration: 1 hour

Inclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Live commentary on board
  • Local taxes
  • Buffet Lunch at Te Puia
  • Luxury minibus , leather seating - extra legroom
  • Entry/Admission - Te Puia
  • Entry/Admission - Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Exclusions
  • Morning and afternoon tea (additional expense)
  • Personal expenses
  • Small-group tour
  • Infant meals not included
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infant seats are required by law in NZ in private vehicles for children under 7 years. We recommend the same standard be applied for your child's safety and have them available in all vehicles.
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Tour is not suitable for children under 2 years to travel with group - private tours can be arranged on request
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
We pickup for free at all Central Auckland accomodation, hotels, apartments, etc. We only go to the hotels/accomodation which are booked for that day. We also offer a subsidised shuttle service for people staying our of the city centre to bring them to meet the tour coach. Please liaise with us re where you are to be picked up. It is essential you get in contact with this information as soon as possible.
Guaranteed departure - WE HAVE BEEN FORCED TO TEMPORARILY SUSPEND OUR POLICY
“We guarantee to travel for one person” due to low numbers and sustained losses caused by Covid19.

Until further notice we will need a minimum of 4 people (or price equivalent) to run tours
We promise quality and personal service in spacious vehicles


Departure Time

06:25 AM

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

13 hours


User's Reviews

Michael_L

18 Apr, 2024

Caves were amazing; geyser incredible; buffet was great— all the guides were very informative and helpful

L6349PNjeanl

16 Apr, 2024

Great trip which took us through the beautiful New Zealand countryside. Loved the Glow Worm caves, and Rotorua. Highly recommend this trip!

Karen_M

08 Apr, 2024

the tour of the glow worm caves was awsome and the city of Rotorua was interesing with the steam escaping from the ground. I would recomend this tour,

Ernesto_R

25 Mar, 2024

Excellent information on the Maori of New Zealand. The Tour Guide offered excellent information and tour was paced with great enthusiasm and care

Jennings S

22 Mar, 2024

Te Puia and the Glowworm Caves were fantastic. Edson was very nice, friendly, and engaging. My boys (ages 9 and 7) absolutely loved him. Great day trip!

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Nature at its best

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Great excursion to Rotorua and Waitomo

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Bubbling Above And Glowing Beneath

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