From Auckland: Rotorua Māori Village & Waitomo Caves Small Group | 12 hours

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Maori Village & Waitomo Caves
2 Adults x $226.89
$453.78
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$453.78
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Bottled water
  • Admission to Fully Guided Tour of the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves
  • Admission to a fully guided experience of the Whakarewarewa Maori Village
  • Snacks
  • Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland CBD
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Meals are not included part of the tour, we allow short breaks and a stop for lunch where you are welcome to buy your own

Overview

Start your tour with a scenic drive from Auckland to Rotorua, arriving at the enchanting Whakarewarewa Village. This living Māori village welcomes you with the warmth of the local community & the rich aroma of geothermal steam. Guided by knowledgeable locals, explore the fascinating traditions, customs, & lifestyle of the Māori people. Marvel at the bubbling mud pools, spouting geysers, & steaming vents that dot the landscape, each with its own story. Immerse yourself in captivating performances of traditional Māori including a 'Haka', offering a glimpse into the heritage & enduring spirit of this indigenous culture. After your enriching experience at the Maori Village, journey to the Waitomo Caves. Marvel at the stunning glow worms that illuminate the caves, creating a magical underground experience. Glide silently through the caves on a boat, surrounded by the enchanting glow of thousands of bioluminescent creatures before boarding the van for your return journey to Auckland.

Itinerary

  • Auckland Central

    Embark on your expedition from the largest city in New Zealand. As we set out, your guide will kick off the day's adventures, laying the groundwork for an enthralling exploration. Travel journey time from Auckland to Rotorua Maori Village approximately- 3.5 hours

    3 hours 30 minutes

  • Rotorua

    As you arrive in Rotorua, start off with a scenic drive around the city visiting Lake Rotorua, taking in the beautiful views & the historic Government Gardens before making your way to the Whakarewarewa Village.

    1 hour

  • Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village

    After arriving at the enchanting Whakarewarewa Village, step into this living Māori village and be greeted by the warmth of the local community and the rich aroma of geothermal steam rising from the earth. Guided by knowledgeable locals, embark on a cultural exploration of Whakarewarewa, discovering the fascinating traditions, customs, and lifestyle of the Māori people. Marvel at the bubbling mud pools, spouting geysers, and steaming vents that dot the landscape, each with its own story to tell. Immerse yourself in the captivating performances of traditional Māori songs and dances, which offer a glimpse into the vibrant heritage and enduring spirit of this indigenous culture. Interact with locals, learn about their ancient customs, and gain insight into their deep connection to the land.

    3 hours 30 minutes

  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves

    After your enriching experience at Whakarewarewa Village, journey to the Waitomo Caves. Marvel at the stunning glow worms that illuminate the caves, creating a magical underground experience. Glide silently through the caves on a boat, surrounded by the enchanting glow of thousands of bioluminescent creatures. Let the serene beauty and wonder of this natural spectacle captivate you

    1 hour

  • Auckland

    Savor the day's enchanting experiences as you leisurely journey back to Auckland, reminiscing on the captivating encounters at the Maori Village and the mesmerizing glowworms at the Waitomo Caves

    3 hours

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Additional Info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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11 reviews

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Showing 1-5 of 9 reviews with 5 stars

Highly recommended

Published on Feb, 2025

Two excellent destinations - both unique to New Zealand - with well organised, interesting tours. Also, the journey there gave an opportunity to see something of the country.

Enjoyed this tour!

Published on Jan, 2025

We really enjoyed our trip. Our tour guide was Ali. He was knowledgeable and kind. Tour was well organized. We had a good time at Rotorua. The geothermal village and Māori cultural dance was great. Recommend this tour!

Caves and Living Māori Village

Published on Oct, 2024

Fantastic day trip with Huzefa. Great organisation and communication throughout. Very fun day. Would highly recommend!

Wonderful day

Published on Oct, 2024

Excellent tour guide he was vey kind. excellent tour!! The places were amazing. The visit to the village was wonderful. The Spa excellent.

Great experience !

Published on Aug, 2024

Amazing tour overall ! Our guide Huzefa was great, he’s very resourceful and he always made sure we were comfortable, he had water, snacks and was ready to assist us anytime. The visit of the Maori village and of the caves were really interesting, we learned a lot and the guides were really nice as well. Highly recommended !

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