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Choose a more authentic glowworm adventure. This off-the-beaten-track journey takes you deep into stunning limestone caves on our family farm. Experience Waitomo’s top-rated, most immersive glowworm caving experience.
Highlights
- Amazing glow worm displays!
- Phone/small cameras welcome
- Only 2-8 people per group
- Away from the crowds
- Just the right amount of adventure
- Authentic eco experience
- Family owned and operated
- #1 Trip Advisor rated tour in the Waitomo District
Experience an Authentic Glowworm Adventure
Join us for a personalised 3.5-hour guided tour designed for small groups of 2–8 people. Your journey begins at our farmhouse, where we’ll provide all the clothing, footwear, and equipment you need.
Step into the wild as you walk through native bush, climb over boulders, and wade through a freshwater stream leading into our cave system. Unlike commercial tours, our caves remain in their purest, most natural state—no concrete paths, no artificial lighting—just a true eco-adventure into New Zealand’s breathtaking glowworm environment.
Inside the caves, take your time marveling at glowing displays and intricate limestone formations. You’re welcome to bring a small camera, and your guide will also capture stunning photos of your adventure, which we’ll send to you for free.
After your underground journey, relax with a hot shower and refreshments back at the farmhouse. We love welcoming visitors from around the world and are always happy to share local knowledge and travel tips.
Located on our family farm, this incredible cave system is one of only two in Waitomo classified as ‘of international significance’ by New Zealand’s Department of Conservation. Come and experience an authentic piece of New Zealand paradise!
All prices are shown in NZD ($)
- Per Person$179.00
- Per Person$179.00
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seonmij from South Korea wrote on 31 August 2024
너무 재밌고 좋은 시간을 보냈습니다!
너무 재미있고 좋은 시간을 보냈습니다! 옷과 신발 안전모 등.. 모든 것을 제공해줘서 마음 편하게 투어를 진행할 수 있었어요. 마치 모험을 하는것처럼 동굴을 탐험하고, 밤하늘의 별을 동굴에서 볼 수 있는 특별하고 아름다운 광경은 오랫동안 기억에 남을 것입니다. 가이드분의 친절하고 유쾌한 동행이 이 투어를 더욱 재미있게 만들어 줬어요. 특별한 경험을 해보고 싶은 분들께 추천하며 다음에 기회가 된다면 한번 더 방문 해보고 싶어요. 좋은 추억을 남기게 도와준 가이드 분께 감사의 인사를 드리고 싶습니다! 강추!
From Down to Earth - Waitomo Eco Glowworm Cave Tours
Thank you so much for your glowing 5-star review! 🌟 We're thrilled to hear that you had such a fun and memorable time exploring the caves with us. It's great to know that the gear provided helped you enjoy the adventure worry-free, and that the magical glowworm experience left a lasting impression!
haeeuny from South Korea wrote on 09 November 2023
추천해요~
동굴투어는 평생 기억될 만한 재미있는 추억이 되었습니다. 저와 남편 포함 5명의 체험자들이 함께 했습니다. 동굴을 따라 들어가는 것도 재미있고 글로우웜을 보는 것은 환상적이었습니다. 거의 20분가량 누워서 글로우웜을 봤습니다. 핸드폰을 가지고 갈 수 있어서 중간중간 멈출 때 사진을 찍을 수도 있습니다. 그리고 애쉬가 찍어준 사진은 정말 멋졌어요. 추천합니다!
From Down to Earth - Waitomo Eco Glowworm Cave Tours
Thank you so much for the wonderful review and the recommendation! 🌟 We're thrilled to hear that the cave tour became a fun and lasting memory for you.
jinheek1 from South Korea wrote on 01 March 2023
Amazing Experience
인디아나 존스가 된것처럼 동굴을 탐험할 수 있습니다. 어두운 동굴안으로 들어가는 체험도 색달랐지만 동굴로 안내해준 Ash의 재치있고 친절한 설명이 더 감동적이었습니다. 그리고 깜깜한 동굴속에서 빛을 발하는 glowworm을 아주 가까이서 엄청 많이 볼 수 있습니다.
From Down to Earth - Waitomo Eco Glowworm Cave Tours
Fabulous review! Thank you so much, from all of our family here at Down to Earth.
juntaikl from South Korea wrote on 23 December 2019
꼭 추천합니다.
상업적이지 않고 가족경영으로 오랫동안 지속되어오는 글로우웜 동굴투어입니다. 저희 가족은 4명인데 예약된 날이 비가 억수같이 쏟아지는 날이라 더욱더 동굴투어가 적당했고 특히, 가이드 해주시는 분이 동굴의 역사에 대해서 자세히 설명해주시고 글로우웜을 직접 보게 해주시는건 감동적이었습니다. 가족여행이라면 특히 추천드리고 싶습니다. 말그대로 탐험의 느낌이 많이 나므로 자연 동굴의 사이사이를 통과해야합니다. 많이 비만이신 분은 좀 힘들 수 있을 것 같습니다.
From Down to Earth - Waitomo Eco Glowworm Cave Tours
Fabulous review! Thank you so much, from all of our family here at Glowing Adventures.
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changyeonj from South Korea wrote on 07 February 2020
universe in the cave
가이드분의 친절한 설명과 유쾌한 농담으로 시작한 투어는 처음부터 끝날때까지 지루할틈이 없었고 놀라움의 연속이었습니다. 동굴의 생성과정을 눈으로 확인 할 수 있고 동굴 속에 숨어있는 별들을 가만히 보고있으면 우주속에 있는것같이 느껴집니다. 누구든 꼭 한번 경험해보길 바랍니다.