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Hobbiton and Lord of the Rings Movie Set Tour
Tours • From Hamilton

Hobbiton and Lord of the Rings Movie Set Tour

Book now for today
Hotel pick-up
Private tour
4.7 / 5
(3.3K) • 80K+ booked
PLN 286.95
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with Buffet Lunch from Auckland
Klook's choice
Tours • From Auckland

Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with Buffet Lunch from Auckland

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.6 / 5
(13) • 500+ booked
PLN 726.15
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with Buffet Lunch from Rotorua
Klook's choice
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
PLN 726.15
Hobbiton and Blue Springs Small Group Tour from Auckland
Tours • From Auckland

Hobbiton and Blue Springs Small Group Tour from Auckland

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
5.0 / 5
(3) • 100+ booked
PLN 739.39
Hobbiton & Waitomo Tour with Picnic Lunch from Auckland
Tours • From Auckland

Hobbiton & Waitomo Tour with Picnic Lunch from Auckland

Hotel pick-up
English guided
Free cancellation
4.5 / 5
(419) • 7K+ booked
PLN 1,035.15
Hobbiton Movie Set and The Green Dragon Inn Guided Tour
Tours • From Auckland

Hobbiton Movie Set and The Green Dragon Inn Guided Tour

Book now for tomorrow
Hotel pick-up
English guided
4.9 / 5
(123) • 2K+ booked
PLN 728.35
Auckland Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Full-Day Tour
Tours • From Auckland

Auckland Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Full-Day Tour

Small group
English guided
Free cancellation
4.1 / 5
(21) • 400+ booked
PLN 827.69
Auckland to Rotorua: Hobbiton & Waitomo Tour with Picnic Lunch
Klook's choice
Tours • From Auckland

Auckland to Rotorua: Hobbiton & Waitomo Tour with Picnic Lunch

Hotel pick-up
English guided
Free cancellation
4.5 / 5
(32) • 900+ booked
PLN 1,035.15
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small Group Experience with Lunch
Tours • From Auckland

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small Group Experience with Lunch

Hotel pick-up
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.9 / 5
(166) • 2K+ booked
From
PLN 946.89
Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour
Tours • From Auckland, Rotorua District

Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour

Small group
English guided
Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(6) • 300+ booked
PLN 640.09
12-Hour Hobbiton and Rotorua Day Tour
Klook's choice
Tours • From Auckland

12-Hour Hobbiton and Rotorua Day Tour

Book now for tomorrow
Hotel pick-up
English guided
4.8 / 5
(48) • 1K+ booked
From
PLN 993.25
Auckland to Rotorua: Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with Buffet Lunch
Tours • From Auckland

Auckland to Rotorua: Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with Buffet Lunch

Book now for tomorrow
Hotel pick-up
English guided
4.5 / 5
(15) • 400+ booked
PLN 726.15

Hotels in Matamata

Tower Road Motel
Hotels • Matamata

Tower Road Motel

Instant confirmation
4.7 / 5
(633)
From
PLN 372.74
Horse and Jockey Inn
Hotels • Matamata

Horse and Jockey Inn

Instant confirmation
3.2 / 5
(272)
From
PLN 286.98
Lake Karapiro Lodge
Hotels • Matamata

Lake Karapiro Lodge

Instant confirmation
4.8 / 5
(171)
From
PLN 1,420.50
Villa Walton
Hotels • Matamata

Villa Walton

Instant confirmation
5.0 / 5
(75)
From
PLN 1,223.64
Opal Hot Springs & Holiday Park
Hotels • Matamata

Opal Hot Springs & Holiday Park

Instant confirmation
4.2 / 5
(571)
From
PLN 231.21
O'Reilly's Motel
Hotels • Matamata

O'Reilly's Motel

Instant confirmation
4.0 / 5
(56)
From
PLN 307.61

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 to visit Matamata?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
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150
Avg 100Avg
50
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Quietest 40
Jan
100
Feb
72
Mar
140
Apr
156
May
Busiest 168
Jun
80
Jul
56
Aug
56
Sep
152
Oct
128
Nov
68
Dec

June is the busiest month for travellers from Singapore, with demand roughly 68% above a typical month; January is the quietest, about 60% lower, so book early for June but expect easier availability and fewer crowds in January. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Matamata cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget.

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Cheapest S$90 Priciest S$199
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities typically cost around SGD 90 in October, which is roughly 55% below the March peak—so October is the cheapest month and aligns with lower demand, making it a good value time to visit. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

5 daysLast-minute
17 daysTypical
46 daysEarly

Most travellers from Singapore book about 17 days ahead, with many last-minute bookings around 5 days and early planners booking about 46 days; during the June peak this means you should still consider booking earlier than usual to secure spots. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Matamata

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1PLN = 0.45NZD

  • Official languages

  • Best time to visit

    Summer months offer warm weather and outdoor activities.

  • Recommended trip duration

What to know before visiting Matamata

What Matamata is known for

Matamata is best visited for its Tours, which dominate bookings year-round and shape how people plan their trip. Klook booking data shows demand rises and falls through the year, with clear high-season months in April, May and June and very quiet stretches in January, August and September. That pattern means travellers mainly come for guided experiences and organised day trips, and the busiest months bring the full tourist atmosphere. Decide whether you want peak-season buzz or quieter exploration — Klook booking data helps you pick the month that fits your pace.

Best months to visit and prices

Demand peaks in June and is at its quietest in January, according to Klook booking data; prices move independently at times, with the priciest median seen in March and the cheapest in October. The monthly price trend shows a sharp spike in March and lower medians through October to December, so if you prefer smaller crowds and lower typical prices aim for October or the very quiet months. For peak-season atmosphere choose April to June when demand is strongest.

Month Demand Level Typical Price
January Very quiet SGD 108
February About average SGD 102
March Quieter than usual SGD 199
April Peak demand SGD 98
May Peak demand SGD 102
June Peak demand SGD 102
July Quieter than usual SGD 95
August Very quiet SGD 94
September Very quiet SGD 96
October Peak demand SGD 90
November Busier than usual SGD 90
December Quieter than usual SGD 96

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 Singapore

Most Singapore travellers book well ahead, locking things in about 17 days ahead on average and some planners booking about 46 days out, according to Klook booking data. That means you’ll usually want to plan at least a couple of weeks before travel, and consider booking earlier if you’re travelling in the April–June peak months. Many experiences remain available closer to departure, with last-minute options possible around 5 days before, but popular dates in peak season fill earlier. Book on Klook to secure preferred times and avoid disappointment.

FAQs about Matamata

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