Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Waitomo

Name: Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Address: 39 Waitomo Caves Rd., Waitomo, 3977, New Zealand
Telephone: +64 7-878 8228

#2 among attractions in Waitomo

Natural attraction, Cave, Top attraction, Park

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The Waitomo Glowworm Caves attraction is a cave at Waitomo on the North Island of New Zealand. It is known for its population of Arachnocampa luminosa, a glowworm species found exclusively in New Zealand. This cave is part of the waitomo streamway system that includes the Ruakuri Cave, Lucky Strike, and Tumutumu Cave. ()

Elevation: 279 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 38°15'39"S, 175°6'14"E

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39 Waitomo Caves Rd.Waitomo 3977 New Zealand

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+64 7-878 8228

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Waitomo Glowworm Caves – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Waitomo Caves, Gardner's Gut, Footwhistle Cave, Te Kuiti.

~0 ftN
38°15'39"S • 175°6'14"E
Waitomo Caves, Waitomo
1 min walk • Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
1.7 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Gardner's Gut, Waitomo
44 min walk • Gardner's Gut is an extensive cave system in the Waitomo area of New Zealand. It is located in the Ruakuri Caves & Bush Scenic Reserve, an area that also contains a number of other natural features of note.
~1150 ftE
38°15'39"S • 175°6'29"E
Footwhistle Cave, Waitomo
6 min walk • Natural attraction, Cave, Park
6.2 miSE
Town
Te Kuiti
157 min walk • One of the town's most famous attractions is the Waitomo Caves, just a short drive away from Te Kuiti. These ancient limestone caves are adorned with thousands of glowworms that illuminate the underground passages, creating a magical and otherworldly experience for...