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From Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Glowworms Caves Signature Guided Tour

4.615 reviews
Waitomo
by Headout
Duration12 hours
SeasonSee calendar when booking

The Experience

Your experience See the Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Glowworm Cave on a full-day tour from Auckland. Explore Middle Earth’s magical landscapes and sail through the glowworm-lit Waitomo Glowworm Cave with expert guides. Getting started Your tour begins with hotel pickup in Auckland CBD, followed by a scenic 2-hour drive through the Waikato countryside, with views of the Kaimai Range along the way. What to expect Arrive at Hobbiton Movie Set: Board the Hobbiton bus to the 12-acre movie set from Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit . Explore the enchanting landscapes that brought Middle Earth to life on the big screen. Guided Hobbiton tour: Join a 2.5-hour guided tour through Hobbiton, including colorful Hobbit Holes, Bag End, The Mill, and the Double Arched Bridge. Learn fascinating behind-the-scenes stories and enjoy a complimentary beverage at the Green Dragon Inn. Drive to Waitomo Glowworm Caves: Next, travel to the mystical Waitomo Glowworm Cave, famous for their luminescent inhabitants and stunning limestone formations. Waitomo Glowworm Cave guided walk: Go on a 1-hour guided stroll through the caves. See stalactites, stalagmites, and learn about the cave’s geological history. Magical boat ride: Glide silently along the underground Waitomo River beneath thousands of glowing Arachnocampa Luminosa, creating a star-filled luminescent display. Return to Auckland: Relax on the scenic drive back to your hotel.

How to book

Booked on Headout, who runs this experience. Inclusions and cancellation are theirs.

  • Book with Headout

    4.6(15 reviews)

    Free cancellation · 3 days before

    from₹20,922

    Includes: Full-day tour of Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Glowworm Cave · Round-trip hotel transfers from Auckland · 2.5-hour guided tour of Hobbiton Movie Set · +7 more

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What to Bring

Recommended

  • Bring your towel, swimwear, shower gel, and shampoo for the adventure. When you visit, make sure you've got a credit card or your phone set up for contactless payments (like Apple Pay or Google Pay).

What to wear

, shower gel, and shampoo for the adventure

Food & Drink

Food

Not provided

Drinks

Provided

Logistics & Transit

Transport not included
Location
Auckland, Auckland
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End point
Auckland, Auckland

Good to know

Who it's for

Min persons: 1

About the guide

Group experience
No — private booking

Know before you go

Know before you go What to bring Bring your towel, swimwear, shower gel, and shampoo for the adventure. When you visit, make sure you've got a credit card or your phone set up for contactless payments (like Apple Pay or Google Pay). What's not allowed Camera equipment, tripod, selfie sticks, and GoPro are strictly prohibited in Ruakari Cave. Guests aged under 16 years and under 45kg are restricted from participating in this experience. Smoking, food, drink or litter are not allowed inside the cave. Pets are not allowed inside the cave. Accessibility The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users, pram/stroller users, people with mobility issues, people with back and neck problems, and guests who don't have a moderate fitness level or are too small. Additional information Facilities: Lockers, changing rooms, hot showers. This experience operates only with a minimum of 2 guests. No prior caving experience is needed. However, a good level of fitness is required. You do need to be comfortable in the water. However, swimming is not a necessity. You will have a floating tube and expert guides for this experience. Your guide will take photos of you on your tour, which you can purchase after the tour.

The fine print

Voucher requirements

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly. Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point. Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.