Time zone
GMT +12:00
No time difference
Currency
New Zealand Dollar
1EUR = 1.96NZD
Official languages
English
Best time to visit
DEC - FEB
Summer months offer warm weather and cave exploration.
Recommended trip duration
2 days
Top things to do in Waitomo
Hobbiton and Lord of the Rings Movie Set Tour
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€ 66.29
€ 66.39
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Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves Guided Tour
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€ 160.69
€ 223.15
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Hobbiton and Waitomo Guided Tour
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English guided
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€ 160.69
€ 223.15
Klook Pass New Zealand
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€ 143.25
€ 193.00
Waitomo Glowworm Caves Boat Tour
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€ 142.45
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small Group Experience with Lunch
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€ 191.29
€ 193.55
Auckland Hobbiton & Waitomo Glowworm Caves Day Tour
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€ 193.00
€ 214.45
Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour
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Small group
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€ 137.85
Waitomo Caves & Te Puia Rotorua Small Group Day Tour
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€ 208.85
Off the Beaten Track Glow Worm Guided Eco Tour in Waitomo
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€ 111.85
Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Glow Worm Caves Tour
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€ 183.85
€ 229.79
Okohua Glowworm Cave Tour
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English guided
Morning departure
3-5 hrs
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€ 137.35
Hotels in Waitomo
Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge
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€ 78.94
Waitomo Lodge
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€ 67.49
Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park
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€ 64.48
Glowworm Motel
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€ 62.72
Te Tiro Accommodation
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€ 117.06
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka
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€ 49.16
Woodlyn Park
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€ 108.94
Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B
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€ 46.29
Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery
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€ 53.04
Reviews of Waitomo activities
Aiko ********************
2026-05-31 09:01:03
The tour was well organized, informative, and enjoyable from start to finish. It was fascinating to learn about the history and behind-the-scenes details of the set. The scenery was stunning, and there were plenty of opportunities to take memorable photos.
The comfortable luxury van made the journey relaxing and pleasant, allowing us to sit back and take in the beautiful scenery along the way.
Jodie ***
2026-06-21 22:45:50
A very lovely experience on the whole! Loved both the Waitomo Caves tour and the Hobbiton Movie set tour. All the guides were very clear and professional in their explanation, with drops of humour. Rachel the bus driver and main guide was also very reassuring, responsible and clear in instructions. we saw many lovely free range sheeps and cows along the way. very valuable for money. the coach bus was also comfortable!
Eis *******
2026-01-13 21:28:22
It was magical Hobbiton Movie Set and the Glow Worm Caves. Great day tour! Great lunch too. Kudos to our guide Richard even though his new, He tried his best to make it memorable for us. Highly Recommended tour with Cheeky Kiwi Tours.
rei ******
2026-04-01 16:37:29
This is a review from someone who has never watched The Lord of the Rings.
Overall, the tour was efficient, enjoyable, and very smooth from start to finish.
The bus stop near the Sky Tower was easy to find, and the staff kindly helped me when I asked. I had accidentally booked a one-way ticket, but they informed me in advance so I could change it to a round trip — something to keep in mind!
Our driver, Todd, was funny, engaging, and very kind.
At the Waitomo Caves, the guide explains everything as you walk through. The main highlight, the boat ride, is a no-photo area, but you can purchase a composite photo afterward.
The Hobbiton tour lasts about two hours, with plenty of time to take photos without rushing. Even without knowing the movie, I still enjoyed the beautiful, storybook-like scenery. My husband, who is a fan, said it was the highlight of our New Zealand trip.
It was a full and very satisfying day — definitely worth the price!
Klook User
2026-02-09 02:22:12
It was a great day. Hobbiton was whimsical and detailed with a delicious lunch, Waitomo caves were beautiful, and the drive from Waitomo back to Rotorua was an experience of it self with breathtaking views
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2026-01-17 11:57:39
Both of the main attractions, the Glowworm Caves and the Geothermal Valley, were better than some of the Australian attractions I visited last year, and were of a higher quality and more distinctive. The driver, Mike, was very proactive and had an in-depth knowledge of the Maori people. In addition to driving, he also led the work of the tour guide and team leader, and gave a detailed account of Maori history along the way, which made the long journey of several hours less boring. Although there was WiFi available on the bus, I only had the opportunity to ask the driver for the password after getting on the bus and stopping for a short break. It would be better if the driver could proactively tell everyone the password before departure.
Wu ***
2026-06-04 10:01:12
Our tour guide, Adil, was very professional and friendly. He shared New Zealand's history, animals, food, and some interesting stories. He also gave us very helpful advice at each attraction, which was truly wonderful! Hobbiton was my favorite part of the North Island tour; even if you haven't seen the movies, you definitely won't regret coming here. It's absolutely beautiful.
Chang *****
2026-05-02 08:06:00
Due to insufficient participants for the Kiwi House tour, it was changed to a caves-only visit. The driver was very friendly and attentive to the elderly, and also offered travel advice for those visiting other parts of New Zealand. This tour visits two caves. In the first cave, we took a small boat, and the number of glowworms was incredibly abundant and spectacular. The guide's photography skills were excellent, capturing great photos even in the dark cave. The second cave had fewer glowworms and focused mainly on viewing stalactites.
Klook User
2026-01-13 06:33:57
the journey is very very exciting and little bit challenging as we climb through the rocks to reach the gloworms habitats, and it’s totally worth it! The guide is super funny and helpful as well!
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