An Exhilarating caving experience blending the magic of abseiling, flying fox, and climbing

Tour Duration

12 hours

Tour Summary

Embark on a luxurious private journey from Auckland to the breathtaking King Country of Waitomo, renowned for its thrilling underground adventures. Begin your exploration in the enchanting Ruakuri Cave, where you’ll abseil into the depths, zipline through glowworm-lit galleries, and navigate ancient underground rivers and cascading waterfalls. After this adrenaline-filled caving experience, unwind with a delicious café-style lunch at the Waitomo, reflecting on your unforgettable journey. Perfect for adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts, this ultimate Waitomo caving tour combines excitement, natural beauty, and a touch of relaxation.

Tour Highlights

• Delve into the black, seemingly bottomless depths of Ruakuri Cave in a 5-hour action packed adventure.
• Enjoy an exhilarating mix of abseiling, flying fox, climbing, and floating through unique underground river system.
• Explore and tube through ancient glowworm studded streamways.
• Ride a roller coaster of everything caving has to offer.
• You’ll be guided every step of the way by a professional guide.
• Underground snacks in the form for yummy New Zealand chocolate and a hot beverage.
• Marvel at the stalactites and stalagmites that decorate the cavern walls.

Journey Inclusions

• Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland.
• Pick up and drop off from Auckland.
• Refreshments and water onboard.
• Complimentary high-speed internet onboard.
• English-speaking tour escort throughout the journey.
• Luxurious temperature-controlled private transportation.
• Exclusive immersive activities and interaction with local communities.
• Built-in leisure time, to explore destinations as you wish.

Tour Inclusions

• 5-hour Black Abyss guided group tour.
• Café Style lunch at Waitomo.
• All the necessary safety equipment provided including footwear, tubes, wetsuits, helmets, and abseiling devices.

Tour Requirements

• Good and moderate fitness level is required.
• Participants must be 16 years old or over (proof of age may be required).
• Minimum weight restriction of 45kg+ apply.
• Guides at Waitomo reserve the right to refuse to take anyone into the cave that they consider to be unsuited for the tour (e.g., physically incapable, or too small).
• No caving experience is needed!
• You do need to be comfortable in the water, however swimming is not a necessity. You will have a tube to aid you in floating as well as expert guides.
• Each participant requested to complete a disclosure document and provide information relation to health, physicality, impairments, and water preparedness.