Auckland : tour privato di Waitomo Spellbound Glow Worm Twin Caves
Descrizione
Vivi la magia dei paesaggi della Nuova Zelanda con il nostro Spellbound Glowworm Cave and Explorer Tour, ideale per gli amanti della natura e in cerca di avventura. La giornata inizia con un trasferimento privato da Auckland, che offre un viaggio rilassante e panoramico alle grotte. All'arrivo, unisciti a un piccolo gruppo di massimo 11 ospiti per un'esperienza guidata. Fai un breve viaggio in van attraverso una fattoria costellata di calcare, quindi vaga nella gola di Mangawhitikau. Entra nella Glowworm Grotto, dove migliaia di vermi illuminano la grotta come un cielo stellato. Goditi un tranquillo giro in barca di 20 minuti mentre la tua guida condivide la loro affascinante storia. Successivamente, cammina lungo un antico letto di fiume asciutto fino a Te Ana o Te Atua, la Grotta dello Spirito, nota per le sue drammatiche formazioni calcaree, fossili e doline naturali. Sosta per una pausa tè o caffè tra le grotte, circondati da scenari sereni. Senza restrizioni fotografiche, è perfetto per catturare momenti indimenticabili.
Opzioni del tour
Itinerario
Parti per la tua spedizione privata dalla più grande città della Nuova Zelanda. Mentre partiamo, la tua guida darà il via alle avventure della giornata, gettando le basi per un'esplorazione avvincente. Procedi con un pittoresco viaggio nella regione di Waitomo, snodandoti attraverso la pittoresca campagna neozelandese sulla strada per le Spellbound Glowworm Caves. Il tempo di percorrenza da Auckland a Spellbound Caves è di circa- 2 ore e 30 minuti
Parti per l'indimenticabile Spellbound Glowworm Cave and Explorer Tour a Waitomo. Questa avventura unica offre un incontro ravvicinato con incantevoli vermi abbaglianti e un viaggio attraverso grotte mozzafiato, perfette per gli appassionati di natura e in cerca di avventura. Inizia il tuo viaggio con una guida esperta attraverso grotte incantevoli. Scopri le formazioni geologiche e la storia di queste meraviglie naturali. Ammira splendide stalattiti e stalagmiti mentre navighi in passaggi affascinanti. Entra nell'affascinante Glowworm Grotto, dove migliaia di vermi illuminano la grotta con luce bioluminescente. Scivola silenziosamente su una piccola barca, fissando luci scintillanti simili a un cielo notturno stellato. Ottieni approfondimenti sul ciclo di vita e sul comportamento dei vermi luminosi dalla tua guida esperta. Immergiti nell'atmosfera tranquilla e cattura splendide fotografie del paesaggio naturale.
Ricaricati con un delizioso pranzo in un ristorante locale a Otorohanga (i suggerimenti saranno forniti dalla guida), assaporando i sapori regionali. (Il pranzo non è incluso nel prezzo del tour)
Rifletti sulle avventure della giornata durante un piacevole viaggio di ritorno ad Auckland, assaporando i ricordi delle incantevoli grotte e delle accattivanti lucciole 3 ore di viaggio per tornare ad Auckland Rientro in hotel: Concludi la giornata con un comodo rientro al tuo hotel/alloggio di Auckland
Punti salienti
Cosa è incluso
Luoghi e orari di ritiro
- Se il tuo alloggio non è ancora confermato, ti suggeriamo di selezionare The SkyCity Hotel per ora—puoi aggiornarlo in seguito se necessario! - Offriamo comodi pick-up da hotel selezionati. Se la tua posizione non è elencata, scegli semplicemente l'opzione disponibile più vicina e incontraci lì. - I pick-up iniziano fino a 20 minuti prima dell'orario di partenza previsto. Si prega di essere pronti e in attesa fuori per allora per un inizio regolare. - I luoghi di prelievo sono pianificati in base a ciascun tour e possono variare in base al giorno. Se ci sono modifiche al tuo luogo di ritiro, ti preghiamo di comunicarcelo in anticipo. - Le nostre guide effettuano più fermate e possono arrivare entro una finestra di 10 minuti. Per mantenere il tour nei tempi previsti, consigliamo di essere pronti 5-10 minuti prima, poiché non possiamo aspettare gli arrivi in ritardo. - Poiché i nostri pickup hotel operano dal centro di CBD, gli ospiti situati vicino all'aeroporto o South Auckland possono essere prelevati da The Sebel, Auckland Manukau al 16 Lakewood Court, Manukau City Centre, Auckland 2104,
Valutazioni dei viaggiatori
Informazioni importanti
- Sono disponibili seggiolini specifici per neonati
- Sconsigliato ai viaggiatori con problemi cardiovascolari
- I viaggiatori devono avere una buona forma fisica
Recensioni(20)
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.
