Waitomo Glowworm Caves In a Private Small Group Tour-Auckland.

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Auckland, New Zealand

7 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

While lots of tours show you the natural wonders of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, usually you’ll have to follow a group around. On this private tour, join your guide for a curated experience and learn the history of the landmark as you explore the natural caverns at your own pace.

Private tour: Ask your guide as many questions as you like
Convenient pickup and drop-off at the Auckland cruise port
Easily plan the rest of your trip with the car’s onboard Wi-Fi
A chance to snap photos of the illuminated caverns

What's Included

Bottled water
WiFi on board
All Fees and Taxes
Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Cruise Ship guests will be met at the point of exit from the customs area to the arrival area of the port with a name board for ease of identification. Airport transfers extras unless it is specified otherwise, please contact us to confirm.

Operating hours
.9:00 am

Itinerary

Waitomo Glowworm Caves

50 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infant seats available

Most travelers can participate
This product is subject to availability please check availability before booking
Cancellation may be initiated due to bad weather or non Availability of entry tickets with full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Lorie_C

It was a great trip. We enjoyed seeing the glow worms and our driver Kris was amazing. Not only was he a good driver, but he also very nice and easy to talk to. When we headed back to Auckland he gave us suggestions of things to do based on what all we had talked about that we had already done in NZ. We took his suggestions and asked to be dropped off at Mt. Eden. Kris was right, very nice view and we got some nice pictures. Then we walked to the Winter Garden, which was another of his suggestions. Had a great day and would definitely book with him again if we are ever back in NZ.

Reviews

5.0

based on 19 reviews

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Lorie_C, Dec 2025

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you so much, Lori and Michael, for your wonderful review and for choosing “Black Car Transfers and Tours” for your Waitomo Glowworm Caves private tour. We’re delighted to hear you had such a great day and truly enjoyed the glowworms. Kris will be thrilled to know his driving, friendly conversation, and local insights helped make your experience even more special. We love that his suggestions led you to Mt Eden for those beautiful views and on to the Winter Gardens, what a perfect way to finish the day. It means a lot to us that you would book with us again if you return to New Zealand. We’d be honoured to look after you on your next visit and help create more memorable experiences.

Nice trip

Kirsti_C, Nov 2025

Kris was very attentive and took good care of us. The caves were very interesting. Nice tour . The lunch was a buffet lunch and very tasty. Kris took us on a drive through the city too as we only had one day in port. Very nice trip

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Kia ora Kirsti and thank you so much for your lovely review! It was an absolute pleasure having you onboard for your Waitomo Glowworm Cave experience. I’m very glad to hear you enjoyed the caves, the buffet lunch, and that we could make the most of your limited time in port by including a scenic drive through Auckland as well. We always aim to take great care of our guests, especially those visiting for just a day, so they can see as much as possible at a relaxed pace with comfort and ease. Thank you again for choosing Black Car Transfers and Tours. Safe travels and we hope to welcome you back to New Zealand again in the future!

Private chauffeur to and from, is the way to go.

ghislaine_l, Nov 2024

Glowworms cave are only found in NZ. the Waitomo are the highest recommended. A must see, well run and presentation was perfect. You must book early it is always full, do not miss out. Great private chauffeur to and from the pier is the perfect way to and from.

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Hey Ghislaine & Paul, Thanks for taking time to post a 5 star review of our services, it was my pleasure having you both onboard and spending time showing you the country side. Safe travels!

Once in a lifetime experience

Jiten_M, Apr 2024

Our tour guide was “Cup of T” and he was so entertaining but knowledgeable! The caves are stunning…it’s truly a once in a lifetime experience to see the glowworms.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Hi Jiten, Thank you for taking time to post such an awesome review of our services, it would be my pleasure to be of service to you and your family if you visit Auckland New Zealand again.

Wonderful day

Holly_G, Feb 2024

Our guide, Kruse, was fabulous. Completely tailored everything to us and made our day quite enjoyable. The stop at Hamilton Gardens on the return was wonderful and a great compliment to the caves.

Response from Host, Feb 2024

Hi Holly, Thank you for taking time in posting us a 5 star review, this assists other travellers in making informed choices. Hope to be of service if you visit Auckland New Zealand again....

Rare Opportunity!

Elizabeth_B, Dec 2023

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves and Hamilton Gardens! Our driver, Kapil, was very informative and professional - thank you!

Response from Host, Dec 2023

Hi Elizabeth, Thank you for taking time to post us a 5 star review, we appreciate our guest’s feedback which enables us to continuously keep our service at a high standard, for future guests, I look forward to be of service to you, if you visit Auckland New Zealand again. Thank you!

Great Private Tour

Elizabeth_M, Aug 2023

Great private tour with black car rentals. Kris flexed the schedule based on our needs which let us recover from jet lag before heading out for the day. Waitomo was incredible and our stop by Hamilton gardens was excellent.

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Thank you so much for taking time to post a 5 star review of our services, I am glad that you enjoyed your time on tour with us, once again many thanks!

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