Sightseeing Tours in Waitomo Caves

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Sightseeing Tours in Waitomo Caves

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  • Nathan G
    Mandurah and Peel Region, Australia18 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Always a terrific experience with the family. Exploring caves is always amazing, add some glow worms and history and a boat trip and you have a perfect and quick experience for the whole family.
    Written 25 September 2024
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  • Laura M
    21 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was so much fun and far exceeded my expectations. Rosie was an amazing guide and made us feel safe and in control the whole time. What an amazing way to experience the glow worm caves. Get ready to get wet and cold (especially if it's winter!) and have a ton of fun!
    Written 24 August 2024
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  • Lorie B
    Brookfield, IL2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Kris was a wonderful guide. He picked us up from airport, took us to highlights of Auckland, then drove us to the glow worm caves. The ability to customize our day was great! He was very professional, but personal. The car was beautiful and stocked with water and snacks! I would highly recommend Kris for your guide!
    Written 8 April 2024
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  • Nathan Haynes
    Thingwall, UK15 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Ash, you are an amazing human!

    We had a great time on our tour, it was two days after our engagement so we were in a high, Ash embraced it and made it amazing, thank you for being you!
    His knowledge and attention to detail was quality in such beautiful family owned land. We felt part of the family just down to his openness and approach. An amazing core memory, incredible sights and experience, thank you!

    Would highly recommend!
    Written 27 September 2024
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  • Abdullah880
    Klang, Malaysia9 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    I just returned from a 8-day North to South Island tour. Lizzy was helpful and professional in her dealings with my bookings. The driver in Christchurch by the name of Graham was very very friendly and informative. I strongly advise all visitors to look for Graham if they are visiting Christchurch. I hope Leisure Tours will give him a good bonus!!
    Written 6 November 2019
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  • FandB1985
    Toronto, Canada31 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was an excellent day tour - both sites were absolutely amazing as was the lovely scenery of the North Island. What really made the day, however, was our guide, Curtis, a knowledgeable, charming, and engaging host, as well as a highly skilled driver. Thank you, Curtis, for a wonderful time! We would highly recommend this tour to anyone.
    Written 10 March 2024
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  • Freedom33821550286
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I would highly recommended for the beautiful cave but also the amazing guide!! Best Guide ever. The cave is beautiful and splendide, especially the glowing worms!!
    Written 22 September 2024
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  • Getaway14414716120
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Did the Waitomo and Rotorua tour. It is indeed a must-try experience. On top of it, Warren made the whole trip much more better. Highly recommended!!
    Written 17 July 2024
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  • Pam R
    Selinsgrove, PA14 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The staff worked with me to plan the perfect activities and hotels for us, based upon our interests and physical abilities. Our guide/driver was very pleasant, and took great care of us. It was so nice not to have to worry about anything! Everything was so well organized!

    I didn't want to drive on the New Zealand roads, and ExperienceKart made our dream of visiting New Zealand a reality!
    Written 15 July 2024
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  • Pearl Q
    Toronto, Canada18 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This tour is a great way to see 2 caves in New Zealand. We were picked up from Auckland at our AirBnb, driven to the caves, was able to see the difference in the 2 caves and back.

    The 1st cave was a little shorter tour but the 2nd cave as a long tour.

    It was described in Viator as we expected with bio breaks, lunch and snacks provided which was really nice!

    Karthik was a great driver and provided lots of information as we drove up to the sites... although, it was a little early but necessary if both caves are to be seen!

    Thanks for a great tour!
    Written 20 April 2024
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  • Freedom47397412101
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The trip was so amazing! Mike is a very friendly and knowledgeable guy and the car is so comfortable! We really enjoyed the tour. We highly recommend the tour.
    Written 28 November 2023
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  • h_mac_la
    Louisiana36 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Warren was a great tour guide. I’m sorry he got stuck with us for 3 days…😂He answered all of our questions, taught me how to pronounce everything properly (even though I think I forgot most of it) and was very informative. We thoroughly enjoyed every moment of the trip. The Māori performance was one of our favorite parts. I loved the hobbiton tour. The glow worm cave was very interesting.
    Written 17 May 2024
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  • Heather C
    Evanston, IL14 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Karthik was an outstanding tour guide. Our number 1 priority was completing the Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Karthik (and some lucky weather) made certain we were able to do that! We talked to people who were unable to get onto a shuttle because the shuttles were booked or were told the crossing was closed and consequently, missed the hike. The day before and after the hike we’re also filled with exciting activities. Karthik was able to make suggestions based on our preferences. I wish we had hired Karthik for our entire trip!
    Written 22 November 2022
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