Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo Glowworm Caves (One Way) | Cheeky Kiwi Travel | Shaara Deals
One-way small group tour from Auckland to Rotorua with a stop at the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, from $309 with Cheeky Kiwi Travel on Shaara Deals.
Thousands of glowworms glittering above a boat gliding through an underground river is the centrepiece of this one-way tour from Auckland to Rotorua, run by Cheeky Kiwi Travel and listed on Shaara Deals from $309. Rather than a straight transfer, the nine-hour trip is built around a stop at the Waitomo Glowworm Caves.
Auckland to Waitomo
The tour picks up from central Auckland and heads south through the Waikato region, with a fully guided drive past New Zealand's longest river, rolling farmland and grazing animals on the way to Waitomo.
The Waitomo Glowworm Caves
At Waitomo the group explores the caves' rock formations — stalactites, stalagmites and lime columns — before descending further underground for the glowworm experience: a boat cruise along the grotto river beneath thousands of glowworms, a species unique to New Zealand.
On to Rotorua
From Waitomo the tour continues south to Rotorua, with a fully guided drive taking in hydro dams, rivers and more farmland along the way. On arrival, guests without a booked Te Puia add-on are dropped at their chosen Rotorua accommodation.
Good to know
• Lunch isn't provided, but there are several stops to buy food along the way
• Travel is in a small group minibus for a more personal experience
• An optional guided Te Puia tour can be added in Rotorua
Tour details
• Price: From NZD $309.00
• Duration: Approximately 9 hours
• Departs: Auckland
• Finishes: Rotorua
• Operator: Cheeky Kiwi Travel
FAQ: Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo Caves
Is this a one-way tour? Yes — it departs Auckland and finishes in Rotorua.
Is the glowworm boat ride included? Yes — entry to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves and the underground boat cruise are part of the tour.
Is lunch included? No — lunch isn't provided, but there are opportunities to buy food along the route.
Does the tour include Te Puia in Rotorua? No — Te Puia is an optional add-on you can book separately; without it, you're dropped at your accommodation.
Book the Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo Caves tour with Cheeky Kiwi Travel directly through Shaara Deals: https://shaaradeals.co.nz/deal/6a95055592418bc63c67d7e5
