waitomo caves

Waiotapu Champagne Pool

A Wonderland of Stunning Geothermal Activity.

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Explore spectacular nature at New Zealand’s most colourful volcanic area. Enjoy viewing unique volcanic features as you walk at your own pace along well defined tracks. First class Visitor Centre with retail and cafe facilities.

Waiotapu (Māori for "sacred waters") is an active geothermal area at the southern end of the Okataina Volcanic Centre, just north of the Reporoa caldera, in New Zealand's Taupo Volcanic Zone.

Waitomo Glowworm Caves are a must see for any traveller. Enjoy the world famous boat ride under thousands of magical glowworms and become a part of over 120 years of cultural and natural history.


HOURS OF OPERATION

Open every day including all Public Holidays:

April-October: 8:30am-5:00pm (last admission 3:45pm)

November-March: 8:30am-6:00pm (last admission 4:45pm)

Christmas Day: 8:30 am-5:00 pm (last admission 3:45pm)


Contact Details

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

Rotorua 3073

New Zealand

Ph: +64 7 366 6333

Fax +64 7 366 6010

Email:info@waiotapu.co.nz