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Discover 82 Day tours in Waitomo Caves on Trip.com, updated February 19, 2026, with experiences lasting from 1 to 13 hours. Find the perfect adventure for your day!
From USD 50.17 per person, with an average total of USD 282.23. Choose the option that suits your plan.
With 1.803k verified reviews, Day tours Waitomo Caves boast an average rating of 4.8.
This week's most popular Day tours: "Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small-Group Tour W Lunch from Auckland", with 358 reviews and a 4.9 rating.
Now on Trip.com: "Waitomo and Rotorua 1-day tour (including Te Puia - Rotorua, NZ)", a 10-hour adventure in Waitomo Caves!
The next available day tour departs on February 20, 2026. Book now to secure your spot!
Waitomo Caves Day tours usually take about 10 hours — perfect for a relaxed, immersive experience!
100% of Waitomo Caves Day tours now offer English-speaking guides
February is the perfect time to visit Waitomo Caves! Choose from Day tours available day tours, including seasonal favorites like Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small-Group Tour W Lunch from Auckland.
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Join a 1-day tour from Auckland to visit two of New Zealand's most popular attractions and enjoy transfer service.Duration: 10 hrsFrom$321.84
Embark on a boat tour through the starry river formed by glowworms in the world-renowned Waitomo Glowworm Caves—this will be a truly unique experience.Duration: 9.2 hrs5.0/5Excellent· 1 reviewFrom$261.56![Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours + Waitomo Glowworm Caves + New Zealand [Itinerary Adjustment]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/fd/tg/g3/M03/BF/7E/CggYGlZf9UyANqmAABcEIyJXNg4081_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Premium private charter, exclusive space, door-to-door service, effortless travelFree cancellationDuration: 7.5 hrsFrom$553.24
46 consecutive positive reviewsFree cancellationDuration: 13 hrs4.7/5Very good· 241 reviewsFrom$258.58
Drive through the stunning Waikato countrysideFree cancellationDuration: 7 hrs4.7/5Very good· 11 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFrom$176.30$185.58
91.7% of travelers recommendFree cancellationDuration: 13 hrs4.7/5Very good· 84 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFrom$239.06$251.65![Auckland Waitomo Glowworm Caves + Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours 1-day tour [English service]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0583712000nndyk7cD594_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Explore magical destinations worldwide, embark on a cinematic fantasy journey, and visit the filming locations of The Lord of the RingsFree cancellationDuration: 8 hrsFrom$308.65
Explore the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, follow the guide through stalactites and stalagmites, and gaze up at the underground starry sky illuminated by thousands of glowworms.Free cancellationDuration: 8 hrsFrom$296.90![Te Puia - Rotorua, NZ + Pōhutu Geyser + Waitomo Glowworm Caves [Flexible Itinerary]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0354o12000pnlut74EBA9_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Premium private charter, exclusive space, door-to-door service, effortless travelFree cancellationDuration: 6.5 hrsFrom$721.24
Limited availability, please check for same-day openings before placing your order!!!Free cancellationDuration: 12.1 hrsFrom$299.31![New Zealand Te Puia - Rotorua, NZ + Bay of Plenty Rotorua Day Tour [Customizable Private Charter]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/fd/tg/g4/M0B/CA/4B/CggYHFZzdG6AP4NrACoq8h7SGLk712_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Premium private charter, exclusive space, door-to-door service, effortless travelFree cancellationDuration: 9 hrsFrom$648.83
Explore Te Puia's geothermal wonders and Pōhutu Geyser.Free cancellationDuration: 12 hrs5.0/5Excellent· 1 reviewFrom$257.29
Enjoy the journey from Rotorua to Auckland in comfort and styleFree cancellationDuration: 11 hrs5.0/5Excellent· 7 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFrom$319.51$336.33
39 consecutive positive reviewsFree cancellationDuration: 11 hrs4.9/5Excellent· 266 reviewsFrom$278.68
94.1% of travelers recommendFree cancellationDuration: 12 hrs4.7/5Very good· 202 reviewsFrom$270.46
Free cancellationDuration: 8–9 hrs4.9/5Excellent· 14 reviewsFrom$201.27
100 consecutive positive reviewsFree cancellationDuration: 12 hrs5.0/5Excellent· 113 reviewsFrom$315.84
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100 consecutive positive reviewsFree cancellationDuration: 12 hrs4.9/5Excellent· 358 reviewsFrom$253.13
100 consecutive positive reviewsFree cancellationDuration: 195 mins4.9/5Excellent· 276 reviewsFrom$135.54
48 consecutive positive reviewsFree cancellationDuration: 11.5 hrs4.8/5Very good· 69 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFrom$251.34$264.57
Embark on a picturesque journey from Auckland through the scenic countrysideFree cancellationDuration: 9 hrs4.0/5Good· 1 review5% offLimited-time saleFrom$201.29$211.89![New Zealand Hobbiton + Glowworm Caves Day Tour [Group Tour with Green Dragon Lunch Ticket Included]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0583s12000n0eqk7nC4C4_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
The Lord of the Rings filming location, your gateway to the medieval eraFree cancellationDuration: 9.2 hrs32 bookedFrom$255.48
60 consecutive positive reviewsFree cancellationDuration: 13 hrs4.9/5Excellent· 82 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFrom$235.22$247.61
Combines two of New Zealand's most iconic attractions: Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm CavesFree cancellationDuration: 12 hrs5.0/5Excellent· 15 reviewsFrom$251.25
Enjoy a boat ride through the Glowworm Grotto as the glowworms twinkle aboveFree cancellationDuration: 11 hrs4.7/5Very good· 3 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFrom$100.64$105.94
Free cancellationDuration: 12 hrs4.6/5Satisfied· 16 reviewsFrom$253.29
32 consecutive positive reviewsFree cancellationDuration: 9 hrs4.9/5Excellent· 38 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFrom$186.39$196.2
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Reviews: 1-Day Tour to Waitomo Glowworm Caves & Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours by Luxury Bus
Guest User2026-02-14
Excellent trout organization and very friendly staff. While it was a pity that the Waitomo Cave tour was canceled due to bad weather and flooding, the Hobbiton village experience was amazing.★
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Reviews: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua - Te Puia Small-Group Tour from Auckland
Guest User2024-07-30
Such a great trip! Grant (or Grant but in a kiwi accent) was a great tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and taught us a lot about the culture and history during the long van rides. Glowworm caves were cool but the highlight for me was definitely the geysers. The whole experience was great and am so grateful that they offer a trip like this including transport since Rotorua is quite a distance away.
Note: this experience did not include a Māori performance or haka. If I read the description better I wouldve known that but that is the only thing I was a little bummed about. The experience is great, but just note what is actually included if thats what you are looking for.★
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Reviews: From Auckland: Rotorua via Waitomo Caves One-Way Tour
Guest User2026-02-08
I liked that the driver went above and beyond what we expected of him and was very friendly along the way too, pointing out various things on our way. The glowworms were very bright and interesting to see.★
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Reviews: Auckland: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua - Te Puia Small-Group Tour
Guest User2026-02-11
The excursion itself is highly recommended. We really enjoyed the destinations. The glowworm cave was very impressive, as was Te Puia. The journey is quite long, which we knew beforehand, and we always felt a bit rushed. The trip is in a modern Sprinter bus. However, we found the seats rather uncomfortable, even though everything seemed very new. The guide explained a lot during the journey, but he spoke very quickly and sometimes unclearly over the microphone. This made it a bit difficult to understand and follow for non-native speakers. All in all, it was a successful excursion.
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