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Auckland Cave Tours: 15 We Would Book

32 tours  ·  from $19 a head

Treat this as the note you would send a friend with one day free: 15 auckland cave tours, each with its price, what other travellers said, and the detail that decides it.

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch - From Auckland to Matamata over the Bombay Hills
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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch

1.Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,677 reviews · from $229Our pick

Leave Auckland at 6:30 am for Hobbiton’s movie set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Expect a guided Shire walk, Green Dragon drink, café lunch, underground boat ride, and commentary from guides such as Liam, Shelley, Martin, or Matt. The day lasts about 11 hours and includes hotel pickup in central Auckland.

“Excellent experience would recommend for everyone but do play on walking a lot. Not good for the walking challenged.”

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From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch - Crossing the Bombay Hills into Waikato
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From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

2.Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,505 reviews · 11 hours · from $221

Travel from Auckland to Hobbiton and Waitomo in one long, well-organized day. Walk through The Shire, enter a Hobbit Hole, enjoy a drink at The Green Dragon Inn, eat a light Kiwi lunch, then glide beneath Waitomo’s glowworms. Guides such as Shelley, Danny, Stephen, Liam, and Nelson are known for lively commentary and careful driving.

“Really fun and a great value!! The glow worm caves were so peaceful and beautiful!!!!”

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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small-Group Tour W Lunch from Auckland - The 6 a.m. departure from Auckland
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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small-Group Tour W Lunch from Auckland

3.Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small-Group Tour W Lunch from Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,117 reviews · from $235

Leave Auckland at 6 a.m. for Hobbiton and the Waitomo Glowworm Caves in a minivan limited to 15 people. Expect a fully guided Hobbiton visit, an underground cave tour, lunch, snacks, water, and countryside stops with guides such as Timmy, Pearl, Simon, and Grant sharing local stories along the way.

“We had an absolutely fantastic day visiting Hobbiton and the Waitomo Caves. While the scenery was breathtaking, what truly made the trip stand out was our guide. She was incredibly knowledgeable, specifically regarding the indigenous Maori history and their connection to the land. We walked away not just with great photos, but with a deep understanding of the local culture. Hobbiton was perfectly detailed and felt like stepping into another world, and the glowworm caves were ethereal. If you’re looking for a tour that balances entertainment with genuine education, this is it!”

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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch - Lunch after the caves
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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch

4.Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 796 reviews · from $271

Leave Auckland at 7:45 am for Waitomo’s limestone caves and a silent boat ride beneath glowworms, then tour Hobbiton near Matamata. Guides such as David, Rachel, Nicky, and Em provide commentary along the way. Lunch, a morning snack, water, Wi-Fi, and a Green Dragon Inn drink are included, though Wi-Fi may not always work.

“It was absolutely wonderful having this experience. Big shoutout to Nicky, our tour guide who have us great insights and jokes on the way to the locations, which in itself was wonderful as well. Would recommend to take this tour.”

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Waitomo Caves & Rotorua - Te Puia Small-Group Tour from Auckland - Waitomo Glowworm Caves: limestone and living stars
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Waitomo Caves & Rotorua – Te Puia Small-Group Tour from Auckland

5.Waitomo Caves & Rotorua – Te Puia Small-Group Tour from Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 681 reviews · from $253

Leave Auckland at 6am for a small-group journey through Waikato to Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Rotorua’s Te Puia. Expect cave formations, a silent glowworm boat ride, Pōhutu Geyser, Māori architecture, kiwi viewing, and local commentary from guides such as Ben, Simon, Matt, or Jeoff. Lunch is not included.

“This was a great way to see two of the main attractions from Auckland. Even though it is a long day, our guide Ben was fantastic and made it fun the whole way. He knew a lot about NZ and I enjoyed hearing some of the stories behind the nRead more”

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Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small-Group Tour & Lunch - The early pickup and the road south
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Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small-Group Tour & Lunch

6.Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small-Group Tour & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 607 reviews · 13 hours · from $226

Spend 13 hours with Cheeky Kiwi Travel visiting Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves from Auckland. A guide such as Grant, Aled, or Timmy may lead the day, with commentary, snacks, water, lunch, a Green Dragon drink, and hotel pickup in a group of no more than 16.

“It was a wonderful day! I was amazed at the detail that went into Hobbiton. The flowers, landscapes, hobbit houses, just everything was beautiful. We had good weather. The whole thing was so well organized. Our guide/driver was right on time and entertained us with stories and jokes during the long drives. Ale was awesome! I would highly suggest this trip. There. Is nothing like it.”

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Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland - The 6:00 am Auckland pickup
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Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland

7.Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 556 reviews · from $279

Leave Auckland at 6:00 am for Hobbiton’s guided movie-set tour, a drink at the Green Dragon Inn, and Waitomo’s underground boat ride beneath the glowworms. A small group of up to 19 travels in an air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi, snacks, water, and guides such as Adil, Andy, Dave, John, and Raymond.

“Aidan is the man! Awesome experience that I’ll treasure for lifeeee thx ! Kia Ora ~ Yalda from the USA 🇺🇸”

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Auckland: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua - Te Puia Small-Group Tour - The minibus ride through Waikato
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Auckland: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua – Te Puia Small-Group Tour

8.Waitomo Caves & Rotorua – Te Puia Small-Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 223 reviews · 13 hours · from $244

Travel from Auckland to Waitomo’s limestone caves and Rotorua’s Te Puia park in a small, air-conditioned minibus. You’ll take a 45-minute glowworm cave boat ride, see Pōhutu Geyser, visit Māori arts facilities, and look for kiwi birds. Guides such as John, Liam, Ben, and Malcolm add local stories, snacks, and practical care along the way.

“It was amazing. Alfred is a experienced and with great acknowledge about New Zealand history and Maori Culture. During our journey explained every details about economy, disputes between kiwi descents and maori, maori words and local curiosities. Good coach for our tour. Thank so much.”

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Auckland: Spellbound Glowworm Caves Explorer Tour - Auckland pickup and the long drive south
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Auckland: Spellbound Glowworm Caves Explorer Tour

9.Spellbound Glowworm Caves Explorer Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 115 reviews · 9 hours · from $194

Travel from Auckland in a small group of up to 11 people for a guided 180-minute Spellbound cave visit. Walk gentle paths, learn from guides such as Hop or Ross, then drift beneath thousands of glowworms. Transport, snacks, drinks, and Auckland CBD pickup are included, but lunch in Otorohanga costs extra.

“This tour was great! The Spellbound caves were amazing, and Jaime was an engaging and knowledgeable guide. We had a great time!”

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Rotorua and Waitomo Caves Day Trip from Auckland -Smaller Groups - Te Puia: geysers, crafts, and Māori culture
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Rotorua and Waitomo Caves Day Trip from Auckland -Smaller Groups

10.Rotorua and Waitomo Caves Day Trip from Auckland -Smaller Groups

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 79 reviews · from $316

Leave Auckland early in a leather-seat minibus for Te Puia, Māori arts, geysers, a buffet lunch, Lake Rotorua views, and a boat ride beneath Waitomo’s glowworms. The day lasts about 13 hours, with guides such as Edson, Chris, Bunty, and Louise sharing local history along the way. Expect comfort, excellent sights, and many hours on the road.

“Great tour. Our driver and tour guide Pete is a good guy, he seems has lots experiences to lead the tour. Everything is on schedule. Enjoyed the trip. Thanks.”

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Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour (One Way) - The 6:00 am departure from Auckland
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Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour (One Way)

11.Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour (One Way)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · from $191

Start at 6:00 am in Auckland and ride south in a small group of up to 15 people. Stop in Pirongia, tour the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, then continue to central Rotorua. Guides such as Grant, John, Jeoff, and Alfredo add local stories, Māori words, and practical help. Te Puia is an optional extra, not part of every booking.

“It was great! Jeoff was an excellent and attentive guide, and we had a great overall experience. Thanks!”

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From Auckland: Day Trip to Waitomo Glow Worm Caves - Auckland pickup and the first hours on the road
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From Auckland: Day Trip to Waitomo Glow Worm Caves

12.Day Trip to Waitomo Glow Worm Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 60 reviews · 7 hours · from $166

Travel from Auckland CBD to Waitomo in a Mercedes-Benz van with an English-speaking guide such as Dave, Nancy, or Raymond. After a short stop at the Homestead, tour the cave, then glide by boat beneath thousands of glowworms. The seven-hour trip includes commentary, Wi-Fi, water, and light refreshments.

“A guide who knows the history of New Zealand and all the landmarks. He spoke throughout the journey there and back, was patient and kind, and guided us through everything. At the same time, the driving was safe, and everything was completed on schedule. Highly recommended.”

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2 Day Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton Movie Set and Rotorua Tour from Auckland - Waitomo: limestone chambers and a ceiling of glowworms
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2 Day Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton Movie Set and Rotorua Tour from Auckland

13.2 Day Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton Movie Set and Rotorua Tour from Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 57 reviews · from $1,222

Spend two busy days touring Waitomo, Rotorua, and Hobbiton from Auckland, with coach transport, Rotorua accommodation, meals, Te Puia, a Māori evening, and the Hobbiton Movie Set. Expect changing buses and local guides, but clear coordination, scenic North Island drives, and standout visits to the glowworm caves and Shire.

“This tour was fantastic in the sights it went to and in its guides. It is a very full on tour with very little down time except for waiting for fellow travellers who do not respect that the tour has to be at specific places at specific times. However thRead more”

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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour from Auckland inc Lunch - Auckland at 6:00 am, then south through Waikato
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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour from Auckland inc Lunch

14.Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour from Auckland inc Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · from $235

Leave Auckland at 6:00 am for Hobbiton’s 12-acre film set and a guided tour of The Lord of the Rings locations. After lunch in Otorohanga, continue to Waitomo’s glowworm caves, then return north with scenic stops. Pickup, admission, lunch, and a fully guided day are included.

“Dave was very serious about keeping a schedule. I’m a person who’s early everywhere I go but dave was a little excessive. We’d have 20 minutes at a stop and he’d be pushing us to get back on the bus at the 10 minute mark. Having Read more”

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Auckland Salt Cave Halotherapy - What happens during the one-hour visit
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Auckland Salt Cave Halotherapy

15.Auckland Salt Cave Halotherapy

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · from $18Best value

At Auckland Salt Cave Halotherapy and Wellness Centre on Sunset Road, you receive a short briefing followed by 45 minutes in a man-made salt cave. Sessions suit infants, children, adults, and seniors, with space for two to six people. Bring towels and water, expect a cool room, and consider adding Vibrosaun if you want a longer wellness visit.

“Wear comfortable clothing. Bring 2 bath towels. One to lie on and one to cover you in case you get cold. It is chilly in the cave.”

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