Haruru Waterfalls and Glow Worm Caves Tour
From
£74
pp
2h 30 mins · 4.6 (14)
Explore the enchanting Kawiti Glow Worm Caves on this captivating tour from Paihia. Begin your journey with a scenic 30-minute drive, enriched by local insights from your guide. Once at the caves, embark on a 45-minute easy walk led by knowledgeable local guides, marveling at the mesmerizing glow worms illuminating the cavern. Continue the adventure at Haruru Waterfalls, where the impressive roar of cascading water awaits. Conclude your tour back in Paihia, where charming shops and eateries beckon for exploration.
- Scenic drive from Paihia with local history and fun facts
- 45-minute guided walk through the stunning Kawiti Glow Worm Caves
- Visit Haruru Waterfalls and experience its thunderous roar
- Pick up from Tender wharf for 9am tours for Cruiseship passengers.
- Get in touch if you have a bigger group, we can accommodate over several vans.
- Would recommend bringing a warm jacket, as caves can get cold.
Free cancellation
What's included
- ADMISSION_FEES
- Guided Tour
- AIR_CONDITIONED_VEHICLE
What's not included
- LUNCH
Itinerary
- We will then take you out to Haruru Waterfalls where you will hear the "ROAR" of the falls streaming down and showing you the Waitangi River. (15 min)
- You will then arrive at the Kawiti Glow Worm Caves. The Kawiti Local Tour Guides will take you through an easy walk through the Caves, with just a few steps and ramps. Experiencing the Galaxy of Glow worms on a 45 min tour through the Cave. (45 min) Admission included
Meeting & end point
Meeting point
Opposite I-site, Paihia car park.
**For Cruiseship passengers doing the 9am tour. We will pick up from Waitangi Tender port. All other times please meet at Paihia.
End point
Opposite I-site, Paihia car park.
**For Cruiseship passengers doing the 9am tour. We will pick up from Waitangi Tender port. All other times please meet at Paihia.
Practical information
- Operated by
- Elite Excursions
- Max group size
- 25 travellers
- Travellers per booking
- 1–15
- Languages
- en
- Confirmation
- INSTANT
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation available.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Important notes
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Booster seats available on request
Frequently asked questions
The tour runs for around 2 hours 30 minutes. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.
What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.
We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.