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Glowworm Caves & Hamilton Gardens Day Tour from Auckland
Auckland
Important Information
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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''Travel time is included on the tour duration''
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The product's total duration already takes into account the time spent traveling to each location and the pickup.
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"To secure your tour confirmation and avoid queues, it is recommended to book at least one week prior to travel, as Waitomo Caves entrance fees will be booked in advance."
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Traveler will be required to walk down stairs to get into the boat ride.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Most travelers can participate
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Not wheelchair accessible
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This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Infants must sit on laps
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Attractions: Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Hamilton Gardens
Begin your journey from Auckland with a scenic drive through the Waikato region. Enjoy a short stop in Taupiri for a coffee and restroom break before continuing to the famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves.
Experience an unforgettable guided tour, marveling at the glowworms illuminating the underground caverns. Afterward, enjoy a brief lunch at the Waitomo Homestead Cafe.
Next, visit the stunning Hamilton Gardens, where you'll explore beautifully themed garden collections and immerse yourself in rich cultural and horticul...
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
In-person guide is licensed or certified
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gifts & Souvenirs
All Fees and Taxes
Glowworm Caves & Hamilton Gardens Day Tour from Auckland
Auckland
About
Waitomo Glowworm Caves & Hamilton Gardens Day Tour
Attractions: Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Hamilton Gardens
Begin your journey from Auckland with a scenic drive through the Waikato region. Enjoy a short stop in Taupiri for a coffee and restroom break before continuing to the famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves.
Experience an unforgettable guided tour, marveling at the glowworms illuminating the underground caverns. Afterward, enjoy a brief lunch at the Waitomo Homestead Cafe.
Next, visit the stunning Hamilton Gardens, where you'll explore beautifully themed garden collections and immerse yourself in rich cultural and horticul...
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
In-person guide is licensed or certified
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gifts & Souvenirs
All Fees and Taxes
Itinerary
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Auckland
We offer pickups from any part of Auckland. Please mention your preferred pickup location and we will there to greet you 15 minutes before the time of departure.
15 minutes
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Sylvia Park Shopping Centre
While traveling towards the South of Auckland, you will be able to see the early morning buzzling traffic that flows towards north.
We will be passing by Greenlane, Mount Wellington, Tip Top Ice Cream, Manukau City, Rainbows end, and travel towards the South.
Uenuku sculpture - This impressive 8m steel sculpture is located in the Puhinui wetland beside the Auckland Botanic Gardens at Manurewa and is visible from the Southern Motorway.
We will discuss more on Ngaati Te Ata Waiohua sculpture represents the deity Uenuku, the god of rainbows, when we drive toward Waitomo Caves.
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Bombay
The Bombay Hills, well known for its agricultural produces, a small yet notable range of hills south of Auckland, New Zealand, mark the southern boundary of the Auckland region. They serve as a natural divide between Auckland and the Waikato region.
The settlement of Bombay, including the Bombay Hills, is named after the ship Bombay, which arrived in Auckland in 1863, bringing settlers to what was initially called Williamson's Clearing.
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Taupiri
A brief refreshment pitstop at Taupiri. At your own expenses you can grab a coffee, muffin, quick breakfast at some of the outlets available there.
Mc Donalds, Wild bean cafe, Robert Harris, Subway, and Taco Bell are some of the outlets that might be open.
Toilets available in the gas station and restaurants.
15 minutes
5
Hangatiki
A brief stop to take photos with the Giant Moa - an extinct group of flightless birds formerly endemic to New Zealand.
Sam the Moa sits on the side of State Highway 37 in Hangatiki.
We will talk more about Moa on the way to Waitomo Caves.
5 minutes
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Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Discover the magic of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves tour, one of New Zealand's top natural attractions. Take a boat ride through the glowworm grotto and be amazed by thousands of glowing worms. Join in over 130 years of cultural and natural history.
1 hour
7
Waitomo Caves
The Waitomo Homestead, located on State Highway 3 and just a 10-minute drive from Waitomo Village, offers everything you need for your Waitomo adventure.
Café, Restaurant & Gardens
Fuel up before your adventure or relax after a fun-filled day at our café and restaurant, surrounded by stunning rural scenery. Enjoy a cup of coffee or a meal on our spacious deck or in our cozy dining area. Treat yourself to our famous homemade pies, grab a drink at the bar, or take a leisurely stroll through our beautiful garden.
1 hour
8
Hamilton Gardens
Hamilton Gardens is a renowned botanical garden in New Zealand, featuring themed gardens that transport visitors through time and across cultures. Experience a day of unexpected delights at Hamilton Gardens, where 18 Enclosed Gardens transport you through diverse cultures and times. The gardens showcase a blend of traditional and contemporary garden design, including the Italian Renaissance Garden, Japanese Garden of Contemplation, and the surrealist Fantasy Garden.
2 hours
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Mercer
A brief stop for photography and look at a stunning flowing river. The Waikato River is the longest river in New Zealand, running for 425 kilometres (264 mi) through the North Island.
The name Waikato comes from the Māori language and translates as flowing water.
We will discuss more about Waikato River on our way back to Auckland.
15 minutes
10
Auckland
After viewing Waikato River, we drive to our destination back to Auckland.