Time zone
GMT +12:00
No time difference
Official languages
English
Recommended trip duration
3 days
Top things to do in Waikato
Fall deal
Hobbiton and Lord of the Rings Movie Set Tour
Book now for tomorrow
Hotel pick-up
Private tour
(3.3K) • 80K+ booked
₱ 4,685
Fall deal
Hobbiton & Waitomo Tour with Picnic Lunch from Auckland
Hotel pick-up
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(415) • 7K+ booked
From
₱ 13,522
Fall deal
Klook's choice
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with Buffet Lunch from Rotorua
Hotel pick-up
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(13) • 500+ booked
From
₱ 9,486
Klook's choice
Coromandel Peninsula & Cathedral Cove – Scenic Day Trip from Auckland
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(15) • 200+ booked
₱ 10,568
Klook's choice
Off the Beaten Track Glowworm Cave Tour - Down to Earth Waitomo
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(37) • 700+ booked
₱ 9,076
Waitomo Caves & Te Puia Rotorua Small Group Day Tour
Hotel pick-up
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(108) • 1K+ booked
From
₱ 16,951
From
₱ 13,055
Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton & Waitomo (One-Way) Small Group Tour
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
50+ booked
₱ 18,609
Hobbiton & Rotorua Small Group Day Tour with Te Puia
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(20) • 500+ booked
From
₱ 17,780
Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves Day Tour
Hotel pick-up
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(25) • 500+ booked
₱ 21,758
Glass Bottom Boat Cruise at Cathedral Cove in New Zealand
Book now for tomorrow
Up to 3 hrs
Free cancellation
(12) • 400+ booked
From
₱ 5,748
Hobbiton & Rotorua with Wai-O-Tapu Small Group Tour
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(33) • 600+ booked
From
₱ 17,780
Hotels in Waikato
From
₱ 6,761.1
From
₱ 5,776.3
From
₱ 11,303.5
From
₱ 4,927.8
Pokeno Motel
Instant confirmation
From
₱ 5,510.8
From
₱ 5,153.7
From
₱ 17,282.5
Rua Resort
Instant confirmation
From
₱ 6,641.8
Manor Views
Instant confirmation
From
₱ 3,766.8
From
₱ 2,391.8
Reviews of Waikato 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.
Klook User
2026-09-30 19:41:11
The Greatsites bus driver/guide, Anthony, was hospitable, knowledgeable, accommodating,very kind and entertaining;he goes the extra mile;helped us bring our souvenirs back to the bus before the Hobbit tour started because we did not have time to go. We made another toilet break on the way back to Auckland,which was helpful. Anthony always had a smile on his face;made sure we were all safe, and looked after each other.Anthony is quite an asset to have. Thank you for the pleasant day Anthony. WAITOMO caves:the tour guide was very knowledgeable funny and helpful friendly.We felt the history of the place. It was like being in the movie Avatar with the cute glow worms shining their natural glow around us. HOBITTON: The set is wonderfully made. This was my wife’s anniversary present because I love LOTR so so much. The feeling was surreal. The tour guide helpful and knowledgeable. I wish we had more time overall. but we did have a large group also. Highly recommended tour.
Klook User
2026-07-11 22:59:57
This was such a cool place!!! It was so much fun to learn about filming in the place where it all happened!
Klook 用戶
2026-09-02 09:36:46
The guide was very humorous and witty, and their photography skills were also quite good. I initially thought it would be tiring, but it wasn't at all. Inside, you can see not only fireflies but also many stalactites. I highly recommend checking it out. We drove ourselves there, and the location wasn't hard to find.
Therese ********
2026-06-17 09:34:09
If the app offered more than 5-stars, this one was definitely a solid 10-star experience. Our guide, Alessandro, had the humor, wit and presence that made the whole trip very memorable - he was very funny and knowledgeable, the 2-hour trip to and from Hobbiton was an entirely different experience. Our family has been through so many travel guides, and by far, Alessandro of Cheeky Kiwi is a paramount best! What an experience of a lifetime.
Pia *************
2026-08-07 07:20:23
I really enjoyed my visit, especially our tour guide, Dave from Cheeky Travel. He made the tour so much fun and made sure to explain everything we were seeing along the way. His knowledge and enthusiasm made the experience even more enjoyable. Rotorua is truly a must-visit destination—I absolutely loved my time here and can't wait to come back!
Klook客路用户
2026-05-03 23:02:00
【I can definitely give this 5 stars】I highly recommend this tour. However, be prepared for a long drive. It takes about two to two and a half hours to reach the Cathedral Cove parking area, and then another 30-minute walk to get down to Cathedral Cove itself. The 30-minute walk there is fine, but the return trip is quite tiring. You'll spend about one to two hours at the beach. You can check the water temperature and weather to decide if you want to go for a swim; I recommend it. Second, Hot Water Beach is a lot of fun! Everyone digs in the sand with tools to create their own hot spring pools, and the water is genuinely hot—it's very interesting! Third, the tour guide will share fascinating stories and information about New Zealand's plants and trees throughout the journey. Fourth, there are no Chinese-speaking services here. If your English listening and speaking skills aren't strong, you should prepare a translation app. If your English isn't good, you'll miss out on a lot of the fun.
Klook User
2026-05-06 23:10:46
Our tour guide Damian made our experience so unforgettable! 10/10 ⭐️He’s very knowledgeable and engaging with telling stories of Auckland’s history, tidbits about Hobbiton, and facts about how the Waitomo caves. We had a group of 6 and it was very intimate where he made sure we were timely, but never rushed us. The 12 hours flew by so quickly. Would definitely recommend Damian and Bush and Beach company for anyone going to New Zealand.
Reynold ***
2026-05-21 07:01:52
Visiting hobbiton is a must when you go to New Zealand. The tour is not to jammed pack and it is just the right pace. The tour guide is very knowledgeable and approacheable.
Quick facts about Waikato
General info
FAQs about Waikato
What is Waikato best known for?
What is Waikato best known for?
When is the best time to visit Waikato?
When is the best time to visit Waikato?
Where should tourists stay when visiting Waikato?
Where should tourists stay when visiting Waikato?
What are the best activities for families in Waikato?
What are the best activities for families in Waikato?
Is Waikato suitable for solo travelers?
Is Waikato suitable for solo travelers?