Time zone
GMT +12:00
No time difference
Currency
IDR
1NZD = 10,038.17IDR
Official languages
English
Best time to visit
DEC - FEB
Summer months offer warm weather and outdoor activities.
Recommended trip duration
1 days
Top things to do in Matamata
Hobbiton and Lord of the Rings Movie Set Tour
Book now for tomorrow
Hotel pick-up
Private tour
(3.3K) • 80K+ booked
Rp 1,304,962
Klook's choice
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with Buffet Lunch from Auckland
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(12) • 500+ booked
From
Rp 2,642,046
Hobbiton & Waitomo Tour with Picnic Lunch from Auckland
Hotel pick-up
English guided
Free cancellation
(419) • 7K+ booked
From
Rp 3,766,321
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small Group Experience with Lunch
Hotel pick-up
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(165) • 2K+ booked
From
Rp 4,306,374
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Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with Buffet Lunch from Rotorua
Hotel pick-up
English guided
Free cancellation
(13) • 600+ booked
From
Rp 2,642,046
Hobbiton Movie Set and The Green Dragon Inn Guided Tour
Hotel pick-up
English guided
Free cancellation
(123) • 2K+ booked
From
Rp 2,756,970
Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour
Book now for tomorrow
Small group
English guided
(6) • 200+ booked
Rp 2,911,069
Klook's choice
Auckland to Rotorua: Hobbiton & Waitomo Tour with Picnic Lunch
Hotel pick-up
English guided
Free cancellation
(32) • 900+ booked
From
Rp 3,766,321
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12-Hour Hobbiton and Rotorua Day Tour
Hotel pick-up
English guided
Free cancellation
(48) • 1K+ booked
Rp 4,517,176
Hobbiton and Blue Springs Small Group Tour from Auckland
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(2) • 100+ booked
Rp 3,362,786
Auckland Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Full-Day Tour
Small group
English guided
Free cancellation
(21) • 400+ booked
Rp 3,764,313
Klook's choice
Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(6) • 100+ booked
Rp 4,316,412
Hotels in Matamata
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Rp 1,313,671
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Rp 1,706,232
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Rp 6,486,422
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Rp 5,601,377
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Rp 1,058,355
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Rp 1,408,093
Reviews of Matamata 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.
Siew ********
2026-06-07 22:40:11
My family and I had a great time exploring the hobbiton Movie Set. David the driver/guide is super friendly and humorous. Buffet lunch was great! Overall experience is fantastic!
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 User
2026-06-27 21:30:21
Our Hobbiton, Waitomo Caves, and Flexi Tours experience was absolutely amazing! Hobbiton truly felt like stepping into Middle-earth, with stunning scenery and incredible attention to detail. The glowworms in the Waitomo Caves were breathtaking, and our guide, Cuppa Tea, was informative, entertaining, and even treated us to a beautiful song. Bunty from Flexi Tours made our journey even more enjoyable with his friendly personality, fascinating insights about New Zealand, and a bonus stop at a beautiful hanging bridge. Our group of four felt safe, well looked after, and had an unforgettable trip. Highly recommend these experiences to anyone visiting New Zealand! 🇦🇺
Klook会員
2026-05-20 12:43:46
The driver served as a guide and provided transportation to our hotel. Upon arrival at the movie set, they also handled ticket arrangements, allowing us to enjoy the cafes and shopping.
W**
2026-07-10 21:08:52
Nice tour guide. I wrongly booked the destination to Rotorua, so I was so panicked when I noticed this. By keeping calling the CS, luckily they answered and let me change to round-trip back to Auckland at 7am on the trip day. Thanksful for that! Enjoyed a lot in the trip. The nature of NZ is so amazing!
Sugawara *****
2026-06-01 20:08:34
Brad was an excellent guide. I often get stomach aches and motion sickness, but he made sure to have regular restroom breaks, and his driving was smooth with no sudden stops, which made me feel very comfortable. Of course, the scenery, the Hobbiton tour, and the glowworm tour were all wonderful. Even though I'm not very good at English, it was a small group tour, so everyone was friendly, and I had a great time.
Cecilia ****
2026-10-27 03:47:04
We had a wonderful experience visiting Hobbiton and Blue Spring! Both places were absolutely beautiful and memorable, and we truly enjoyed exploring the stunning scenery and unique charm of each destination. It was such a lovely experience for our family and definitely one of the highlights of our New Zealand trip.
A special thank you to our driver for being friendly, accommodating, and helpful throughout the tour. We really appreciated the smooth and comfortable journey, as well as the care and assistance provided along the way. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a memorable and enjoyable tour in Auckland New Zealand!
Matamata at a glance
Quick facts about Matamata
General info
What to know before visiting Matamata
What Matamata is known for
Matamata is best known for immersive Tours that dominate bookings year-round, with guided experiences and day trips leading the way. Klook booking data shows demand rises and falls through the calendar: September registers as a clear high point while July is the quietest month. That rhythm means travellers can plan either for lively, well-attended Tours in peak months or for a calmer pace in winter. Decide whether you want peak-season atmosphere or quieter flexibility — Klook booking data helps time your visit around Matamata’s busiest and quietest periods.
When to visit Matamata
September is the standout busy month and July is the quietest according to Klook booking data: September posts a rise in bookings while July falls well below a typical month. Prices drift through the year with a low-price run from October into September and a sharp spike around December and February. Where demand and prices align, expect the liveliest atmosphere; when they diverge, you can find quieter months without the highest prices. For lower prices and smaller crowds, consider October and the quieter winter month of July; for peak-season atmosphere, aim for September or December.
| Month | Demand Level | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | About average | AUD 118 |
| February | Peak demand | AUD 275 |
| March | About average | AUD 230 |
| April | Busier than usual | AUD 115 |
| May | Quieter than usual | AUD 121 |
| June | Quieter than usual | AUD 118 |
| July | Quieter than usual | AUD 108 |
| August | About average | AUD 106 |
| September | Peak demand | AUD 105 |
| October | About average | AUD 103 |
| November | About average | AUD 106 |
| December | Busier than usual | AUD 266 |
Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.
Tips for travellers from Australia
Most travellers from Australia lock in plans a couple of weeks in advance: Klook booking data shows bookings typically happen around 16 days ahead, while the earliest planners book about five weeks out. That makes Matamata easy to visit with moderate planning, but in September and December — the peak months — booking earlier pays. If you value flexibility, last-minute options remain for up to 7 days before travel, yet for popular Tours in peak months it’s wiser to reserve sooner on Klook. Book confidently on Klook to secure your preferred date and time for Matamata experiences.
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Top Activities and Tours
- 1 Hobbiton Movie Set and The Green Dragon Inn Guided Tour
- 2 Auckland to Rotorua: Hobbiton & Waitomo Tour with Picnic Lunch
- 3 Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves Day Tour
- 4 Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with Buffet Lunch from Auckland
- 5 Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Glow Worm Caves Tour
- 6 Auckland to Rotorua: Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with Buffet Lunch
- 7 12-Hour Hobbiton and Rotorua Day Tour