Hoteller i nærheden af Waitomo Spellbound Glow Worm Twin Caves
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Oplev magien i New Zealands landskaber med vores Spellbound Glowworm Cave og Explorer Tour, ideel til naturelskere og eventyrsøgende. Din dag begynder med en privat transfer fra Auckland, der tilbyder en afslappet, naturskøn rejse til hulerne. Ved ankomsten kan du deltage i en lille gruppe på op til 11 gæster for en guidet oplevelse. Tag en kort biltur over en kalkstensbelagt gård, og vandre derefter ind i Mangawhitikau Gorge. Indtast Glowworm Grotto, hvor tusindvis af glowworms lyser hulen som en stjernehimmel. Nyd en fredelig 20-minutters bådtur, mens din guide deler deres fascinerende historie. Gå derefter langs en gammel tør flodbed til Te Ana o Te Atua, Spirit Cave, der er kendt for sine dramatiske kalkstenformationer, fossiler og naturlige sinkhole. Pause til en te eller kaffe pause mellem huler, omgivet af roligt landskab. Med ingen fotografiske begrænsninger er det perfekt til at fange uforglemmelige øjeblikke.
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Tag på din private ekspedition fra den største by i New Zealand. Som vi starter ud, vil din guide starte dagens eventyr og lægge grundlaget for en fascinerende udforskning. Fortsæt med en malerisk køretur til Waitomo-regionen, der vikler gennem det naturskønne New Zealand-landskab på vej til Spellbound Glowworm Caves. Rejsetiden fra Auckland til Spellbound Caves er cirka - 2 timer og 30 minutter
Tag på den uforglemmelige Spellbound Glowworm Cave og Explorer Tour i Waitomo. Dette unikke eventyr tilbyder et tæt møde med fortryllende glowworms og en rejse gennem betagende huler, perfekt til naturentusiaster og eventyrsøgende. Begynd din rejse med en ekspertguide gennem spellbinding huler. Lær om geologiske formationer og historien om disse naturlige vidundere. Beundre fantastiske stalaktitter og stalagmitter, mens du navigerer i fascinerende passager. Indtast den fængslende Glowworm Grotto, hvor tusindvis af glowworms belyser hulen med bioluminescent lys. Glide stille på en lille båd, stirrer op på skinnende lys, der minder om en stjernehimmel. Få indsigt i glowworms livscykel og adfærd fra din dygtige guide. Nyd den fredfyldte atmosfære og tag fantastiske billeder af det naturlige landskab.
Genoplad med en lækker frokost på et lokalt spisested i Otorohanga (forslag vil blive leveret af din guide), og nyd regionale smagsoplevelser. (Frokost er ikke inkluderet i turens pris)
Reflekter over dagens eventyr under en afslappet køretur tilbage til Auckland, og nyd minderne om både de fortryllende grotter og de fængslende glødeorme 3 timers rejsetid tilbage til Auckland Hotel Drop-off: Afslut din dag med en bekvem drop-off på dit Auckland hotel/indkvartering
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- Hvis din indkvartering endnu ikke er bekræftet, foreslår vi at vælge The SkyCity Hotel for øjeblikket - du kan opdatere det senere, hvis det er nødvendigt! - Vi tilbyder bekvemme afhentninger fra udvalgte hoteller. Hvis din placering ikke er angivet, skal du blot vælge den nærmeste tilgængelige mulighed og møde os der. - Pickups starter op til 20 minutter før den planlagte afgang tid. Vær venligst klar og vent udenfor inden da for en glat start. - Pick-up steder er planlagt baseret på hver tur og kan variere efter dag. Hvis der sker ændringer på dit afhentningssted, bedes du give os besked på forhånd. - Vores guider gør flere stop og kan ankomme inden for 10 minutters vindue. For at holde turen på planen, anbefaler vi at være klar 5-10 minutter før, da vi ikke kan vente på sen ankomst. - Da vores hotel pickups opererer fra downtown CBD, kan gæster beliggende i nærheden af lufthavnen eller South Auckland afhentes fra The Sebel, Auckland Manukau på 16 Lakewood Court, Manukau City Centre, Auckland 2104,
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We had a delightful day with Wayne! He was patient and friendly with all on board. The tour was an amazing experience that we thoroughly enjoyed.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We’re so pleased to hear you had such a delightful day with Wayne. He really does have a wonderful way of making everyone feel welcome and relaxed, and we’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to him. His patience, friendly nature, and genuine passion for sharing the experience with guests are what make tours with him so special. It’s fantastic to know you thoroughly enjoyed the day and created some great memories along the way. Thanks again for taking the time to leave a review — we truly appreciate it and hope to see you again on another adventure in the future!
This tour was absolutely fantastic! Aaron and Shane were our 2 guides for the day and they were both brilliant! They were so friendly and knowledgeable and shared so much interesting information with the group. The journey to Waitomo and back from Auckland was long, but certainly not boring. There were comfort breaks along the way and Aaron pointed out lots of landmarks. The other guests on the tour were also great to chat to. The caves themselves were spectacular! The glowworms absolutely covered the ceiling and walls of the cave. It was like being in Avatar world. The short boat ride was mesmerising and Shane was more than happy to take and share photos. I loved that there was a section where photography was not allowed, as this really made the group fully immerse themselves and appreciate the nature and the amazing surroundings. The second cave was also super interesting with some incredible formations. Overall a fantastic day out. I recommend the tour to anyone who doesn't have a car and is based in Auckland, who wants to experience something truly beautiful and unique
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review! We’re absolutely delighted to hear you had a fantastic day with Aaron and Shane—they’ll be so pleased to know their friendliness, knowledge, and passion made such a positive impact. It’s great to hear the journey felt engaging, with plenty to see and good company along the way. We always aim to make the travel part just as enjoyable as the destination. The Waitomo caves truly are unforgettable, and your description captures the magic perfectly. That “Avatar-like” glowworm display is something special, and we’re glad you enjoyed the balance of capturing memories while also having time to fully immerse yourself in the experience. The second cave’s formations really do add another layer of wonder. Thanks again for your kind words and recommendation—it genuinely means a lot. We’d love to welcome you back for another adventure in the future!
Had a magical time at the glowworm caves. Its a unique natural phenomenon and should be on every visitors itinerary. The drive from Auckland was scenic. Our tour guide Doug was both fun and informative at the same time. The limestone caves and stalactite formations were beautiful. We visited 2 caves with a break for tea and biscuits. . I would highly recommend this tour with Expedigo Tours for a wonderful experience.
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a magical experience at the glowworm caves—it really is one of those unforgettable natural wonders that stays with you long after the visit. It’s great to know you enjoyed the scenic drive from Auckland as well; that journey is such a special part of the day. We’re especially happy to hear that Doug made the experience both fun and informative—he has a wonderful way of bringing the stories of the region to life. The limestone caves and their stunning stalactite formations are truly breathtaking, so we’re glad you had the chance to fully take them in across both cave visits. And of course, a relaxing break with tea and biscuits is always a nice touch along the way! Thank you again for your kind recommendation—it really means a lot to us. We’d love to welcome you back for another memorable adventure with Expedigo Tours in the future!
Great tour but a 2 hr drive coming and going
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your visit to the Spellbound Glowworm Cave. You’re absolutely right that the tour includes around a 2-hour drive each way, and we understand that this can feel like a long journey. However, we’re glad you found it to be an enjoyable part of the experience. The drive takes you through some truly beautiful and diverse scenery, which many guests find adds to the overall value of the day rather than feeling like just travel time. We also place a strong emphasis on making the journey as engaging as possible. Our guides are passionate about the region and aim to bring the drive to life by sharing local history, stories, and insights along the way. Their goal is to create a relaxed and interactive atmosphere, so the time passes quickly and remains interesting from start to finish. What truly makes the experience worthwhile for many of our guests is the time spent at the Spellbound Glowworm Cave itself. With smaller group sizes, a very knowledgeable guide, and the unique opportunity to take photos inside the cave, it creates a much more personal and memorable experience that really stands out. It’s great to know you found the tour worthwhile overall, and we appreciate you highlighting both the length of the journey and the experience itself. Thank you again for joining us — we hope to welcome you back for another memorable adventure in the future!
A fantastic experience all round. My tour operator david was a fantastic character, you could tell he was incredibly passionate about new zealand and it was heartening to hear someone speak with such honesty, really enjoyed spending the time with him. And the actual tour of the glowworm caves was an excellent experience with a very knowledgable guide called ross, who was well invested in the local area and proud of it too which really speaks to the passion surrounding the experience. Well worth the visit, a great days trip offering the very best of what new zealand has to offer.
Thank you so much for such a thoughtful review—this really means a lot to us. We’re so glad you had a fantastic day all round. David will love reading this; his passion for New Zealand really does shine through, and it’s great to hear that came across and made your time with him so enjoyable. It’s also wonderful to hear you had such a great experience in the glowworm caves with Ross. He’s incredibly proud of the area and what he does, and it makes all the difference when that passion is shared with our guests. We’re really pleased the day felt like a true highlight of what New Zealand has to offer. Thanks again for joining us—we’d love to have you back anytime.
The tour was fantastic; loved every minute ago. The driver and tour guides were extremely knowledgeable.
Thanks so much for your kind words—we really appreciate it! So glad to hear you loved every minute of the tour. Our guides will be happy to know their knowledge made a difference to your experience. It means a lot to us that you had such a great time, and we hope we’ll see you again on another trip
Dean was an excellent driver and guide, watched out for everyone and very entertaining. The Spellbound tour was amazing, we were truly "spellbound".
Thank you for the lovely review. We’re so glad you had such a great day. Dean will really appreciate your kind words. He has a great way of keeping everyone comfortable, making sure no one is left out, and adding a bit of fun along the way, so it’s nice to hear that came through during your trip. And “spellbound” is exactly how we hope people feel after that cave experience! It really is something special drifting through the caves surrounded by glowworms. Thanks again for joining us — we’re so pleased you enjoyed it.
Thanks for a wonderful tour! Deane is very cheerful, he really kept the group’s spirits up. Definitely recommended!
Thank you so much! I’m really glad you had a wonderful day. Deane does have a great way of lifting the mood and keeping everyone smiling — it’s nice to hear that made a difference for your group. Thanks as well for the recommendation, that truly means a lot to us.
We went with another couple and had a great time, the glow worms was an amazing experience and well worth the drive (it's a long 3 hour drive). The drive through the countryside also gave us a wonderful look of New Zealand. The glow worm tour guide & driver were informative & interesting. Glad we took the tour!
Thank you for sharing this — it sounds like such a special day. I’m so glad you and your friends had a great time together. The glowworms really are something else — photos just don’t do them justice. And yes, it’s a bit of a journey, but that countryside drive is part of the magic too. Rolling hills, farmland, little towns… it’s a beautiful slice of New Zealand along the way. It’s lovely to hear your guide and driver made the experience even better with their stories and insights. So glad you decided to take the tour — and that it was worth the drive!
This was our last excursion of a 5 week trip and we were really surprised at how wonderful it was. We had done another excursion with glowworms, but also kayaked on that excursion and it was fun, but this with the small group and wonderful guides was absolutely magical. It was a long drive to get to it, but well worth it and our driver Dean was terrific, the size of the group made it very comfortable and we stopped along the way at a little cafe that was great as well. Overall this was one of our favorite experiences of our trip. Thank you, this deserves 10 stars.
Thank you so much for choosing to spend the final excursion of your five-week adventure with us — that truly means a lot. We’re especially grateful to hear it stood out as one of your favourite experiences. It’s wonderful that the small group atmosphere and our guides made it feel so special and magical, particularly after you’d already experienced glowworms elsewhere. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Dean — he’ll be thrilled to hear he helped make the long drive enjoyable. We’re so glad the café stop and the relaxed pace added to the day. “10 stars” is high praise — thank you again for such generous feedback. Safe travels, and we’d love to welcome you back someday.
