Waitomo Caves, Rotorua and Te Puia Small Group Tour from Auckland

4.8(765)13 hoursEnglishBook 15 hours aheadAuckland, New Zealand

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$246

New Zealand’s most remarkable landscapes aren’t always found in plain sight.

Journey from Auckland to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, where thousands of tiny lights illuminate an underground world hidden beneath the hills of the Waikato. Then continue to Rotorua and Te Puia to experience steaming geothermal landscapes, powerful geysers, and the living Māori culture of Aotearoa. From the hidden world beneath Waitomo to the spectacular forces shaping Rotorua above ground, experience a side of New Zealand that goes far beyond the scenery.

While the destinations you will be visiting are spectacular, we at Cheeky Kiwi Travel believe it is our small groups, our guides, the journey and the little details that set our tours well apart.

Led by our passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life, sharing their stories and background knowledge, and run in modern minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety.

Included

Water available & snacks provided
Safety/booster seat for children aged 7 & younger (please advise if you prefer to provide your own)
Entry Tickets & Guided Tour - Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Small Group Fully Guided Bus Tour from Auckland & Return
Complimentary hotel pickup & drop off in Auckland CBD (select locations only)
Entry Tickets & Guided Tour - Te Puia

Not included

Lunch - not included, but there are plenty of opportunities to purchase food during your journey.
Restroom on board
Due to the delicate ecosystem within the Waitomo Caves, photography is not permitted inside.

What you'll do

Auckland Central
Auckland Central, New Zealand
Your tour starts in New Zealand’s largest city. As we drive out of the city, your guide will not only set the scene for your adventure today, but also point out and guide you past some of the city’s top highlights.
Waikato Region
New Zealand
Exiting Auckland we drive south through the stunning Waikato countryside, the most extensive farming area in the world. Encounter stunning scenery, mighty rivers, great photo opportunities, beautiful mountains and several farm animals along the way. During this journey we pass through Taupiri which has many interesting sites of cultural significance including local Maori burial grounds & cultural totem poles.
Continuing our adventure we enter Otorohanga “The Kiwiana capital of New Zealand”
See all things Kiwi as you pass through this unique and charming town.
Waitomo Glowworm Caves
39 Waitomo Village Road, Waitomo Caves, New Zealand
Arriving at our first feature attraction you will be guided through the ancient and amazing caves seeing many different cave formations including Stalactites, Stalagmites and Lime Columns before descending even further underground for your Glowworm experience. Board your glow-worm boat for a cruise on the grotto river with thousands of Glowworms sparkling above you. Unique to New Zealand for over 120 years, Waitomo Glowworm Caves are a must-see for any traveller.
1 hourAdmission included
Te Puia
Hemo Road, Rotorua, New Zealand
Arriving at our second feature destination, Te Puia, you will receive a fully guided 90 minute tour to best experience the geothermal and cultural wonders including: Pōhutu Geyser, Māori Architecture, The National Māori Arts School, geothermal craters, geothermal events and even the chance to view a Kiwi bird in the Kiwi viewing house.
2 hoursAdmission included
Nga Manu Ahurei is Te Puia’s native bird enclosure, where you can see New Zealan
d’s unique native birds up close, including the elusive kiwi. Learn about these precious species and the conservation work helping to protect New Zealand’s native wildlife.
10 minAdmission included
Pohutu Geyser is New Zealand’s largest active geyser, erupting spectacularly sev
eral times a day and reaching heights of up to 30 metres. Located within Te Puia, it’s an impressive display of Rotorua’s geothermal power and one of the region’s most iconic natural attractions.
10 minAdmission included
Rotorua
Rotorua, New Zealand
To finish off our Rotorua experience we do a guided driving tour seeing the most famous sites in Rotorua city including: Lake Rotorua, Rotorua Museum, Government Gardens, Whangapipiro (Rachel Spring) & the Blue Baths.
Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand
Sadly we must start to head north again but your day is not over with a fully guided return trip to Auckland with secret stops along the way.

Meeting and pickup

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*If no pickup is selected at time of booking, you will be allocated our default meeting point (SkyCity Hotel). You are welcome to update this at any time. If your location isn’t listed, please choose your nearest available option & meet us there.

*Pick-ups can begin up to 20 minutes before the tour departure time, depending on location. To ensure a smooth start, please be ready and waiting outside 5 minutes prior to your specific pickup time.

*Pick-up locations are carefully planned for each tour and may vary by day. If your pick-up location changes, kindly inform us in advance.

*Our guides make multiple stops and may arrive within a 10-minute window. We are unable to wait for late guests.

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M Social Hotel Auckland
196 - 200 Quay Street, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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SkyCity Hotel Auckland
72 Victoria Street West, Corner Victoria & Federal Streets, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Crowne Plaza Auckland By IHG
128 Albert Street, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Grand Millennium Auckland
71 Mayoral Drive, Cnr Vincent Street, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Adina Auckland Britomart
2 Tapora St, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Four Points by Sheraton Auckland
396 Queen Street, Main Reception Entrance 110 Mayoral Dr, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Movenpick Hotel Auckland
8 Customs Street East, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Park Hyatt Auckland
99 Halsey St, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Copthorne Hotel Auckland City
150 Anzac Avenue, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Hilton Auckland
147 Quay Street, Princes Wharf, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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The Grand by SkyCity
90 Federal Street, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Auckland
35 Hobson Street, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Pullman Auckland Hotel & Apartments
Cnr Waterloo Quadrant & Princes Street, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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VR Auckland City
188 Hobson Street, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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So/ Auckland
67 Customs Street East, Auckland Cbd, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Oaks Auckland Hotel
40 Beach Road, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
83 Symonds Street, Auckland, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour
21 Viaduct Harbour Avenue, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Doubletree By Hilton Auckland Karaka
8 Hinau Road, Karaka, New Zealand
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Rydges Auckland
59 Federal Street, Cnr Kingston Street, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Mercure Auckland Queen Street
500 Queen Street, Auckland, New Zealand
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Kiwi International Hotel
411 Queen Street, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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JW Marriott Auckland
22-26 Albert Street, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Swiss-Belsuites Victoria Park, Auckland
206 Victoria Street West, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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The Sebel Auckland Manukau
16 Lakewood Court, Manukau, Manukau, New Zealand
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InterContinental Auckland By IHG
1 Queen Street, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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ibis Budget Auckland Central
20 Wyndham Street, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately and wear comfortable footwear.
Due to uneven surfaces, stairs & a moderate amount of walking, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.