Time zone
GMT +12:00
No time difference
Currency
New Zealand Dollar
1USD = 1.78NZD
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
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Hotel pick-up
Private tour
(3.3K) • 80K+ booked
US$ 73.15
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Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with Buffet Lunch from Auckland
English guided
Free cancellation
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(12) • 500+ booked
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US$ 169.15
Hobbiton & Waitomo Tour with Picnic Lunch from Auckland
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English guided
(418) • 7K+ booked
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US$ 209.65
Hobbiton Movie Set and The Green Dragon Inn Guided Tour
Hotel pick-up
English guided
Free cancellation
(123) • 2K+ booked
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US$ 147.49
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Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with Buffet Lunch from Rotorua
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English guided
(13) • 500+ booked
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US$ 147.05
Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour
Small group
English guided
Free cancellation
(6) • 200+ booked
US$ 187.59
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Auckland to Rotorua: Hobbiton & Waitomo Tour with Picnic Lunch
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Hotel pick-up
English guided
(32) • 900+ booked
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US$ 210.49
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small Group Experience with Lunch
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English guided
Free cancellation
(165) • 2K+ booked
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US$ 213.15
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12-Hour Hobbiton and Rotorua Day Tour
Hotel pick-up
English guided
Free cancellation
(48) • 1K+ booked
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US$ 291.05
Hobbiton and Blue Springs Small Group Tour from Auckland
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(2) • 100+ booked
US$ 216.69
Auckland Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Full-Day Tour
Small group
English guided
Free cancellation
(21) • 400+ booked
US$ 210.90
Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Day Tour
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(37) • 800+ booked
US$ 206.35
Hotels in Matamata
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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 to do in Matamata
Matamata’s bookings are led by Tours, so the town is best known as a base for guided experiences and scenic day trips that run year-round. Klook booking data shows demand peaks in February, making late summer the busiest time for tours and outdoor activities, while September is the quietest month. Expect a rhythm of busier months around late summer and holiday season and calmer pockets in early spring and autumn. For planning decisions, book earlier for peak-season dates — popular tours fill first and Klook booking data shows notable seasonal swings that affect availability.
When to visit and price basics
February is Matamata’s busiest month and September is the quietest, according to Klook booking data; those months frame the local crowd rhythm. Prices climb into the southern-hemisphere summer peak: the priciest month is February and the cheapest month on Klook was October. Where demand and price move together, expect both higher crowds and higher typical prices in February; for lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for October or September instead. Travel in October or September for lower prices and quieter conditions; travel in February for peak-season atmosphere.
| Month | Demand Level | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | About average | USD 141 |
| February | Peak demand | USD 145 |
| March | Busier than usual | USD 141 |
| April | Busier than usual | USD 74 |
| May | About average | USD 65 |
| June | About average | USD 64 |
| July | About average | USD 61 |
| August | Very quiet | USD 61 |
| September | Very quiet | USD 60 |
| October | About average | USD 59 |
| November | Busier than usual | USD 69 |
| December | Busier than usual | USD 89 |
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 travelers from the United States
Most travelers from the United States lock things in well ahead: on Klook bookings here people typically reserve about 22 days ahead, with the earliest planners booking around seven weeks out. That means you can usually keep some flexibility, but in February — the peak month — it pays to secure your tours earlier. If you want lower typical prices and quieter conditions, target October or September and book a few weeks in advance. Klook booking data shows last-minute options exist (around 9 days), so you can still find choices close to travel, but for popular dates use the booking window above to avoid missing the best times.
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