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75-Minute Guided Ruakuri Cave Tour Waitomo
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75-Minute Guided Ruakuri Cave Tour Waitomo
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- 24 hours prior100% refund
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- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
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(888) 651-9785
1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)
Offered in: English
Overview
The Waitomo Glowworm Caves are among the most visited attractions of New Zealand’s North Island and Ruakuri Cave is the longest of the underground caves. Explore the magnificent cave on this 75-minute guided walking tour and marvel at the unique rock formations, subterranean rivers, and thousands of glittering glowworms.
- All entrance fees included
- Led by a local guide
- Soak up the atmosphere on a walking tour
- Small-group tour
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What's Included
Local guide
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Departure & Return
Waitomo Village Road , Waitomo Village Road, Waitomo Caves 3977, New Zealand
This activity will end right where it started.Address: 39 Waitomo Village Road Waitomo Caves
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- All you will need are comfortable shoes and a warm jacket.
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
- OPERATED BY THL - Waitomo Caves Group
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during 75-Minute Guided Ruakuri Cave Tour Waitomo?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during 75-Minute Guided Ruakuri Cave Tour Waitomo?
A:The policy on social distancing is:
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during 75-Minute Guided Ruakuri Cave Tour Waitomo?
A:The policy on staff health & safety is:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
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One Special Cave Experience
Marlise_S
, Feb 2022
I think that this excursion was made particularly special because of our tour guide - Joel. He had a great depth of knowledge but wasn't overpowering in his presentation or personality. I felt like I knew so much more about the history and structure of the Waitomo Caves after this experience. Good Job Joel!
Gold trip
Dianne_R
, Jan 2022
Breathtaking
Debbie_H
, Sep 2020
We drove from Taupo to Waitomo via mangakino, stunning scenery!
The Ruakura guided walking tour is a must!
Mitch our guide was knowledgeable, easy to communicate with and comedic too. All in all a great guy who is passionate about what he does.
The caves, wow. Prepare yourself for a cathedral like experience with breathtaking formations, underground rivers and streams.
The walking is easy due to the excellent safe walkways that are wheelchair friendly.
The Glow worms were the icing on the cake.
We did the loop track via Kuratau/Turangi and again wow, the scenery didn't disappoint.
We have the day out a solid 10/10
Excellent guide!
101sea_gal
, Jan 2020
Good tour
Clarence_C
, Dec 2019
Interesting & Fun
Joseph_M
, Sep 2019
Great for the whole family
Jeff_L
, Jul 2019
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