Waitomo Caves North Island Travel

The easiest way to see the Waitomo Caves is with a walking or boat tour. If you’re into adventure, try the unique experience of Black Water Rafting - you'll crawl, swim and float through the caves on a rubber tube. Or you could abseil or zip-line through the darkness.

The Waitomo Caves are located in Waitomo on the West Coast of New Zealand’s North Island. The nearest international airport is in Auckland, roughly 125 miles (200 kilometers) north of the caves, or 2.5 hours by road. Tours also run from Rotorua, 90 miles (145 kilometers) east of the caves, or two hours by road.

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Launch your adventures in Waitomo with an exploration of the famous Waitomo Caves. Clocking in at number 14 amongst New Zealand Automobile Association’s “101 Kiwi Must-Do's", the Waitomo Caves are often rated by Kiwi Experience passengers as their favourite New Zealand experience.