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Tours • From Hamilton

Hobbiton and Lord of the Rings Movie Set Tour

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Hotel pick-up
Private tour
4.7 / 5
(3.3K) • 80K+ booked
₹ 6,788
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Tours • From Auckland

Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with Buffet Lunch from Auckland

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English guided
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4.6 / 5
(13) • 500+ booked
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₹ 13,774
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Tours • From Auckland

Hobbiton & Waitomo Tour with Picnic Lunch from Auckland

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English guided
4.5 / 5
(419) • 7K+ booked
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Tours • From Rotorua District

Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with Buffet Lunch from Rotorua

Hotel pick-up
English guided
Free cancellation
4.9 / 5
(13) • 600+ booked
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Tours • From Auckland

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small Group Experience with Lunch

Hotel pick-up
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.9 / 5
(165) • 2K+ booked
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₹ 22,402
Tours • From Auckland

Hobbiton Movie Set and The Green Dragon Inn Guided Tour

Hotel pick-up
English guided
Free cancellation
4.9 / 5
(123) • 2K+ booked
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₹ 13,755
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Tours • From Auckland, Rotorua District

Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour

Small group
English guided
Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(6) • 200+ booked
₹ 15,144
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Tours • From Auckland

Auckland to Rotorua: Hobbiton & Waitomo Tour with Picnic Lunch

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English guided
4.5 / 5
(32) • 900+ booked
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Tours • From Auckland

12-Hour Hobbiton and Rotorua Day Tour

Hotel pick-up
English guided
Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(48) • 1K+ booked
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₹ 23,499
Tours • From Auckland

Auckland Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Full-Day Tour

Small group
English guided
Free cancellation
4.1 / 5
(21) • 400+ booked
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₹ 19,582
Tours • From Auckland

Hobbiton and Blue Springs Small Group Tour from Auckland

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
5.0 / 5
(2) • 100+ booked
₹ 17,493
Tours • From Auckland

Auckland to Rotorua: Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with Buffet Lunch

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Hotel pick-up
English guided
4.5 / 5
(15) • 400+ booked
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₹ 13,744
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Tours • From Auckland

Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton & Waitomo (One-Way) Small Group Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
50+ booked
₹ 23,446
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Tours • From Auckland

Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
5.0 / 5
(6) • 100+ booked
₹ 22,454
Tours • From Auckland

Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Day Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.7 / 5
(37) • 800+ booked
₹ 16,658
Tours • From Auckland

Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Glow Worm Caves Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.8 / 5
(44) • 1K+ booked
₹ 23,499
Tours • From Auckland

Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Guided Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
5.0 / 5
(2) • 50+ booked
₹ 17,493
Tours • From Auckland

Hobbiton & Rotorua Small Group Day Tour with Te Puia

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.9 / 5
(20) • 500+ booked
₹ 23,446
Tours • From Auckland

Hobbiton & Rotorua with Wai-O-Tapu Small Group Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.5 / 5
(33) • 600+ booked
₹ 23,446
Tours • From Auckland

Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves Day Tour

Hotel pick-up
English guided
Free cancellation
4.6 / 5
(25) • 500+ booked
₹ 27,415
Tours • From Auckland

Auckland Hobbiton & Waitomo Glowworm Caves Day Tour

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
100+ booked
From
₹ 26,423
Tours • From Auckland

Auckland Hobbiton Movie Set Full-Day Small Group Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
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₹ 19,974
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Tours • From Auckland

Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Guided Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.7 / 5
(3) • 50+ booked
₹ 16,971
Tours • From Auckland

From Auckland: Hobbiton and Rotorua Māori Village with Hangi Lunch

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
₹ 22,193

Reviews of Matamata activities

Aiko ********************
2026-05-31 09:01:03
Fantastic 5.0
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
Fantastic 5.0
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
Fantastic 5.0
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
Fantastic 5.0
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
Fantastic 5.0
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
Fantastic 5.0
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
Fantastic 5.0
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
Fantastic 5.0
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
Fantastic 5.0
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

When is the busiest time for things to do in Matamata?

Based on when travelers book attractions & activities

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
150
Avg 100Avg
50
0
Busiest 145
Jan
114
Feb
136
Mar
126
Apr
134
May
102
Jun
Quietest 57
Jul
57
Aug
68
Sep
81
Oct
97
Nov
86
Dec

Bookings by travellers from the Philippines peak in January, around 45% above a typical month, while July is quieter by roughly 43% versus a typical month — expect higher demand and earlier sell-outs in January. Based on Klook historical booking data.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

6 daysLast-minute
20 daysTypical
46 daysEarly

Travellers typically book activities around 20 days ahead, which still leaves some flexibility; during January peak demand you may prefer to book earlier to secure spots. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

What to know before visiting Matamata

What to expect in Matamata

This catalogue is led by Tours, which dominate the Things to Do list and span the full price spectrum so travellers can pick anything from the most affordable way in to higher-end guided experiences. That spread means Matamata works for both budget-minded visitors and those after a more premium outing, with a single category covering most needs. Demand peaks in January and is at its quietest in July, so expect the busiest windows around January and much easier availability in July.

How to choose what to book

The main decision is whether you want the widest choice or the simplest option: Tours offer the widest range, from an entry-level of PHP 4,103 to an upper-end of PHP 10,644, so shopping around can uncover very different price points. Since Tours are also the most affordable way in, they suit travellers filling gaps in an itinerary or those who want a straightforward visit.

If you prefer predictability over variety, the narrowness of the local offering means there’s less to compare by category and more to compare by provider and inclusions. Mid-range options within Tours are where what’s included varies most, so check descriptions if you want specific features rather than just price.

When travellers from the Philippines book

Most travellers book around 20 days ahead, while the earliest planners typically book about 46 days out. That timing means plan on booking one to four weeks ahead for Matamata, and add a little cushion if you’re travelling in January when demand is highest.

How prices compare

The table below shows how Matamata’s top category compares on typical price and the usual booking range, so you can place a budget before choosing.

Category Typical Price Usual Range
Tours PHP 4,460 PHP 4,103 – PHP 10,644

Typical price is the median paid on Klook; the usual range covers the middle half of bookings, so cheaper and pricier options exist outside it; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – July 2026.

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