Ruakuri Cave

Hours of operation

Open 7 days.

Months of operation

All Year

Phone number

+64 7 878 8228

Free phone number

0800 456 922 (New Zealand only)

Ruakuri Cave is New Zealand's longest guided underground walking tour and an experience that must be seen to be believed. Get up-close to the glowworms in this solar powered cave. Laced with myth and legend, spend 2 hours in limestone caves.

Ruakuri Cave offers a captivating blend of Waitomo's most compelling subterranean experiences. Journey down through the spectacular spiral entrance, and marvel at the softly folding shawl-like limestone formations and crystal tapestries. Hear the distant thunder of the subterranean waterfalls and get up close to the glowworms. Ruakuri Cave is New Zealand's longest guided underground walking tour and an experience that must be seen to be believed. It will leave you open-mouthed, awe-struck and humbled by the sheer majesty of nature. With clever and innovative design, Ruakuri Cave has full wheelchair and pushchair access.

Pricing

$87 (Adult)

$33 (Child)

Proximity to Airport:

61km to Hamilton Airport.

Proximity to Town:

72km to Hamilton.

Activity Duration:

Tour is approximately 2 hours (1hr 30 mins underground).

Parking:

Yes

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