Combo (Save 3%): Ruakuri Cave Guided Tour + Waitomo Glowworm Caves Guided Tour
Combo bundle
Select dates, times, and tickets for each included experience in one checkout.
Book Combo (Save 3%): Ruakuri Cave Guided Tour + Waitomo Glowworm Caves Guided Tour online from AED 368.58 with free cancellation. Compare ticket options, check dates, and complete your booking securely on TickYourList.
Highlights
What's included
Cancellation & changes
Free cancellation
Tickets can be cancelled up to 72 hours before the booking date. Rescheduling is available.
Your personalized underground adventure
Embark on a captivating journey exploring two mesmerizing experiences just 15 minutes apart while enjoying a 3% discount. Immerse yourself in the enchanting glowworm-lit wonder of Waitomo Glowworm Caves before delving into the depths of Ruakuri Cave, the longest underground walking tour in New Zealand, all conveniently in one day.
Essential information
Your combined ticket grants you exclusive access to both Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Ruakuri Cave. These guided tours are led by knowledgeable local guides with Māori heritage, who skillfully narrate the rich stories and geological wonders of the caves. Ensure you arrive at each cave location at least 30 minutes prior to the tour commencement and have your ticket readily available for check-in.
Anticipated experiences
Ruakuri Cave
-
Descend through a spiral entrance: Begin your subterranean exploration with a scenic walk down a softly illuminated spiral ramp leading into the heart of Ruakuri Cave.
-
Marvel at ancient formations: Traverse through intricately carved tunnels adorned with stunning stalactites, stalagmites, and unique ribbon-like formations, some resembling elegant crystal drapes.
-
Experience nature's symphony: Listen to the echoing melodies of distant underground waterfalls and feel the gradual temperature shift as you venture deeper into the cave system.
-
Discover sacred narratives: Enrich your journey as your guide shares captivating Māori legends and the profound cultural significance of this revered site.
Waitomo Glowworm Caves
-
Admire nature's subterranean artistry: Commence your exploration in the upper levels of the cave network, where you'll encounter magnificent limestone columns and intricately sculpted formations.
-
Visit the Cathedral: Enter the grandest chamber in the caves, renowned for its remarkable acoustics and immense scale.
-
Drift beneath the glowworms: Embark on a serene boat journey through the Glowworm Grotto, surrounded by thousands of twinkling glowworms illuminating the cavern ceiling, resembling a breathtaking starlit sky.
FAQs & details
Combo (Save 3%): Ruakuri Cave Guided Tour + Waitomo Glowworm Caves Guided Tour overview
Your personalized underground adventure Embark on a captivating journey exploring two mesmerizing experiences just 15 minutes apart while enjoying a 3% discount.
Your Experience
Experience highlights
- Embark on an enchanting adventure through the mystical Ruakuri Cave and Waitomo Glowworm Caves alongside knowledgeable local guides, and enjoy a 3% discount when you combine both tours.
- Delve into the intricate passageways, shimmering walls, and meandering streams of Ruakuri Cave during a 1.5-hour guided exploration limited to just 14 participants.
- Experience the mesmerizing sight of thousands of glowworms illuminating the cave ceiling as you silently glide through the waters on a 45-minute tour guided by a Maori local.
Know Before You Go
Ticket delivery and entry
- Your ticket voucher will be sent to your email immediately after booking.
- Remember to bring the voucher and a valid photo ID to every meeting point.
- Join your tour guide at the Ruakuri Visitor Centre .
- Location: 204 Tumutumu Road, Waitomo Caves 3985, New Zealand.
- Meet your guide at the Waitomo Glowworm Caves entrance .
- Location: 39 Waitomo Village Road, Waitomo Caves 3977, New Zealand.
Combo (Save 3%): Ruakuri Cave Guided Tour + Waitomo Glowworm Caves Guided Tour — frequently asked questions
What is included in this ticket?
The ticket includes 5 things: 1.5-hour guided tour with expert, Maori guide for cultural insights, 45-minute guided tour with commentary, Maori guide sharing local knowledge and Boat ride along Waitomo River.
How long does this experience take?
Allow 60 minutes to 1.5 hours. This is the scheduled length of the experience; it varies with the ticket type you select and how busy the attraction is on the day.
Can I buy this ticket on the day?
Yes. Booking is confirmed instantly, so a same-day ticket is possible while slots remain. Popular time slots sell out first, so booking ahead is safer if you want a specific time.
Can I cancel this booking?
Yes. This ticket is sold with free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancel within that window for a full refund; after it the booking is non-refundable. The exact deadline is repeated on your confirmation.
More about Combo (Save 3%): Ruakuri Cave Guided Tour + Waitomo Glowworm Caves Guided Tour
Travel Tips What to Pack Ruakari Cave Remember to bring a warm jacket to stay cozy inside the cave. Don't forget your credit card or phone for contactless payments during your visit. Waitomo Glowworm Cave Wear non-slip shoes for the wet and slippery cave floors. A warm jacket is essential as the cave can be chilly. Ensure you have a credit card or phone ready for contactless payments. Prohibited Items Ruakari Cave Avoid bringing large backpacks, smoking, food, drinks, or litter into the cave. Leave your pets at home as they are not allowed inside the cave. Waitomo Glowworm Cave No photography
Where you'll go
Waitomo
Waitomo, New Zealand
Map loads when this section is in view.
Ticket details
-
Your ticket voucher will be sent to your email immediately after booking.
-
Remember to bring the voucher and a valid photo ID to every meeting point.
Meeting points
Ruakuri Cave Guided Tour
-
Join your tour guide at the Ruakuri Visitor Centre.
-
Location: 204 Tumutumu Road, Waitomo Caves 3985, New Zealand.
Access directions to the meeting point
Waitomo Glowworm Caves Guided Tour
-
Meet your guide at the Waitomo Glowworm Caves entrance.
-
Location: 39 Waitomo Village Road, Waitomo Caves 3977, New Zealand.
