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WAITOMO SIGHTSEEING
AND ATTRACTIONS

WAITOMO GLOW-WORM CAVES
Code WTOS001

For more than 100 years the Glow worm Cave of Waitomo has attracted millions of people from all over the world. A small glowing insect no bigger than an average mosquito has fascinated and intrigued people from all walks of life. In an average year, 400,000 people travel to Waitomo to experience the trip of a lifetime. Well laid out scenic tracks through beautiful native bush surround the Caves, offer pleasant walks of varying distances.   Your guided tour will take you through over 250 metres of stunning underground scenery including the magnificent “Cathedral”.  The climax of your guided tour is the boat trip in the Glowworm Grotto. 

>Child 0 - 4 years (inclusive) is Free of Charge.

BLACK WATER RAFTING
Code WTOS002

BLACK LABYRINTH is an enjoyable cave tubing experience of a lifetime. Allow 3 hours for the entire tour with 1 hour underground. The tour involves a combination of walking and floating on an inner tube through a unique underground river system. The tour also provides a spectacular display of glowworms.  Participants are accompanied by one or two professional guides (depending on the size of the group), and are taught a series of fun techniques before venturing into the depths of the Ruakiri Cave. You will be amazed at the naturally occurring decorations within the cave including stalactites and stalagmites. Guides are extremely friendly and knowledgeable and will share information on aspects concerning cave formation and cave life.  All equipment is supplied including tubes, wetsuits, boots and helmets, however participants do need to bring swimwear and a towel. Complimentary hot showers, soup and bagels await your return.

>Not suitable for children under 12 years.
>Minimum weight requirement - 40 kg.

TUMU TUMU TOOBING – Waitomo Adventures Ltd
Code WTOS003

This ripper of a trip combines the best elements of blackwater rafting with walking, swimming and climbing through dry sections of the spectacular Tumutumu Cave. See awesome cave formations, some of the best stalactites and rock sculpture available, as well as the famous New Zealand glow worms. Suitable for age 12 to adult. Minimum weight of 40kg. Participants must be confident in the water.  You will need: Swimwear, towel & socks.

Departs several times daily. Duration: 4 hours.

>Not suitable for children under 12 years.
> Minimum weight requirement - 40 kg.

LOST WORLD 100M ABSEIL: THE DRY OPTION – Waitomo Adventures Ltd
Code WTOS004

This trip is surprisingly gentle. Abseilers slowly descend the massive shaft, completely in control of their descent. After the 15 minute descent, you embark on a journey back to the surface through the massive vaults of the lost world. You will need: Loose comfortable outdoor clothing, no jeans.

Departs daily: 7.00am and 11.30am
Duration: 4 hours 

>Not suitable for children under 10 years

LOST WORLD FULL DAY EPIC: THE WET OPTION – Waitomo Adventures Ltd
Code WTOS005

This is the most dramatic abseil of its kind in the world. The descent takes around 10-15 minutes, it's truly awesome! Once down, lunch is served before heading off upstream, walking, swimming and climbing through cathedral-sized vaults. See waterfalls, fossil oysters and whalebones, as well as untold glow worms. Emerge several hours later and head back to Waitomo for a well-earned dinner (all included). You will need: Swimwear, towel and attitude.

Departs daily:  10.30am    Duration: 7 hours

>Not suitable for children under 15 years