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About Waitomo

Waitomo - found in the heart of the King Country. The mystique & heritage of Waitomo awaits you. 

Enjoy Waitomo

Thrill your senses in the dark labyrinths of cave formations illuminated by millions of glowworms that are unique to New Zealand. Hidden treasures will captivate you… be spellbound by countless glowworms that transform cave ceilings and walls into mesmerising star-filled underground night-skies; discover new limestone formations and spiritual journeys whilst creeping through dry cave systems; wander over suspended walkways and echoing hidden waterfalls, these all make for a mysterious trip through the middle of the earth, 30 million years in the making.

The caves are all formed in limestone and what is seen by visitors today is the result of millions of years of land movement, rain and river erosion.  

Involve yourself in high adrenalin adventure.

adventure and adrenalin are boundless. Raft down a cave stream narrowly escaping stalactites… In a TUBE! You’re spoilt for choice in Waitomo.  There’s no excuse for anyone to miss out on the sport of “Black Water Rafting” invented in Waitomo, New Zealand.  Attracting hundreds of thousands of international visitors, it’s a must for even the tamest of travellers!

Exploring the King Country region does not begin and end in the darkness of the world renowned limestone caves…

Horse trek through rugged limestone studded hills or ride a 4wd quad bike through mud, limestone tunnels and across typical King Country farmland.

Traipse through rolling hills and rugged limestone out crops. Soak up the serenity of the native walks to; Marokopa Falls - 30 metres of plunging waters,  the amazing Mangapohue Natural Bridge – a 17 metre two tiered limestone natural arch, Ruakuri Scenic Reserve – featuring a natural tunnel with a  native bush backdrop, and the Pureora Forest – stunning panoramic views from the summit of Mt Pureora.

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