#waitomoglowwormcaves

[2bearbear]

Waitomo Glowworm Caves Review: Journey through the magical world of Glow Worms! Waitomo Glowworm Caves was our next stop after we left Huhu Chalet the next morning. We had purchased the tickets to Waitomo Glowworm Caves online... ( Open Link to Read More.. ) https://www.2bearbear.com/waitomo-glowworm-caves-review-journey-through-the-magical-world-of-glow-worms/

[kabirbajaj]

In a dark New Zealand cave, these creatures figured out a way to attract prey.

There are some very unusual caves in New Zealand.

[oatmealspet]

We couldn’t take pictures in the glow worm caves so I drew the tour guide while in the caves 🤷‍♀️ #waitomoglowwormcaves #newzealand https://www.instagram.com/p/Bqf9CeThthr/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=ky8c0rsrl1nu

[polarocket]

[NZ-RT13] Morgens brachen wir auf zu den „Waitomo Glowworm Caves“. Eine tolle Erfahrung! An dem Tag stand eigentlich das „Tongariro Alpine Crossing“ auf dem Programm. Das Wetter in der Region war allerdings so schlecht, dass wir die Route änderten und weiter zum „Lake Taupo“ fuhren. Hier verbrachten wir den Abend in den „Tokaanu Thermal Pools“. In the morning we went to the "Waitomo Glowworm Caves". A great experience! On that day the “Tongariro Alpine Crossing” was actually on the agenda. The weather in the region was so bad that we changed the route and drove to "Lake Taupo". Here we spent the evening in the "Tokaanu Thermal Pools". #newzealand #waitomo #camper #camperlife #waitomoglowwormcaves #glowwormcaves #laketaupo #naturalbridge #travel #travelblog #exploremore #polatravel #polarocket #earth #nature #traveltheworld #adventure #abenteuer #lonelyplanet #beautifuldestinations #wonderful_places #bestplacestogo (hier: Waitomo, New Zealand) https://www.instagram.com/p/CL8wH1MJgKN/?igshid=17wphjed9bj8g

[thegrandimago]

Besides Hobbiton, I also got to visit @waitomoglowwormcaves on the same day as part of my @aucklandandbeyond tour package. My pictures don't do these incredible caverns any justice. Unfortunately, I can only offer a picture of the enterance to the cavern and from after I reached the outside. The reason behind this is no one is allowed to take pictures because it would slowdown the tour and flash photography would disturb the residents of the caverns: New Zealand glowworms or titiwai (Arachnocampa luminosa). For anyone not familiar with A. luminosa, they are a species of the fungus gnat most recognizable by the glowing strands of silk produced by the larva used to attract prey, or to attract a male in the case of imago females. Waitomo Caves is special in that it contains a major glowworm colony. They make it look like a subterranean galaxy. The surroundings are also amazing to look at, which is why I took some pictures. Best of all, @bbcearth included this cavern in the Planet Earth episode 'Caves'. #newzealandcaves #cave #caves #cavern #caverns #glowwormcaves #waitomocaves #cavetour #subterranean #limestonecave #limestonecaves #waitomoglowwormcaves #glowwormcave #grotto #grottos #landformation #subterraneanriver #waipariver #underground #solutionalcave #limestonecavern #caveboatride #caving #cavingadventure #cavingtrip #cavingtour #cavesystem #boatride #newzealandplants #newzealandflora (at Waitomo Caves, New Zealand) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bwq_sP3hxV_/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=wne3nnb495zr

[josiejette]

These are the sticky threads the glow worms hang down to catch their food. Cool and gross!! #waitomo #waitomoglowwormcaves #glowworms #glow #bioluminescence #nature #science #cool #nz #newzealand #educationfool (at Waitomo Glowworm Caves) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpEIQb0ANs_/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=3keftf1tv2ul

[newzealandtop25-blog]

Waitomo Glowworm Cave + Ruakuri Cave!

The Waitomo Glowworm Cave and Ruakuri Cave tour is the most popular combo and takes you on a 2.45 hour tour of the crème de la crème in the whole underground of Waitomo. While you are getting the most stunning view at thousands of glowworms in the Glowworm Cave from the boat you also go on Waitomo’s longest underground walk to see and learn about extraordinary limestone formations.

At the beginning of the Glowworm Cave tour we were introduced to our guide and were then familiarised with a couple of things to keep in mind such as no food, no photography and no touching of the limestone.  During the first part of the cave we learnt about the history and geological importance of the place, which was incredibly fascinating. Thanks to our knowledgeable and passionate guide the tour was informative and entertaining at the same time, making scientific explanations easy to understand. 

The highlight of the 45 minutes Glowworm Cave tour is definitely the boat ride at the end. Although Jordan and I had seen glowworms in New Zealand already we couldn’t believe our eyes when we saw the most spectacular formation of thousands of tiny lights around us. At this stage during the tour everyone was silent and just enjoyed the glowing sky, which had something spiritual in a way we can hardly describe it, but it was absolutely magical. 

If you are on a budget as well as on a time limit we'd suggest just doing the Glowworm Cave tour. It is highly informative; you get to see thousands of glowworms within a relatively short but reasonable time frame for amazing value for money. Furthermore it’s ideal to integrate into your travel schedule!  

If you are able to spend a bit more time in Waitomo like us then we'd highly recommend adding on the Ruakuri Cave as a combo. The cave was first discovered around 400-500 years ago by a Maori hunting for birds when he was attacked by wild dogs outside the cave entrance, but you will learn a lot more detail about the history of the cave on the tour. The Ruakuri Cave tour is Waitomo’s longest underground guided walking tour and is known for its beautiful modern spiral entrance and opens up a fancy world of limestone formations you have never seen plus even more glowworms! Especially the opening of the doors inbetween made me feel like in a film. There is so much to discover, hear, see and learn about plus you get to take photos and video clips as much as you like unlike in the Glowworm Cave!  

The stunning glowworms cannot be better gazed at than when you are there ... Let the beauty surprise you!

Waitomo is a very special place that offers experiences you should not miss out on during your travels for sure and truly deserves the Golden Kiwi Award! For more information on the combo tour and all the other tour options check out the link down below!

Kiwi Scores: Action: 3/5 Service: 5/5 Uniqueness: 5/5 WOW-Factor: 5/5 Cultural value: 5/5 Value for money: 5/5 Accessibility: 4/5 (If you either require a wheelchair or pushchair you will only be able to access the Ruakuri Cave, as this is the ONLY wheelchair/pushchair friendly cave!)  

Useful Links:

VLOG: https://youtu.be/R1sHVnzMV9k

Waitomo Caves: http://www.waitomo.com/deals/Pages/most-popular-combo.aspx

[ragdollparade]

Gimme shelter #rain #sparrows #waitomoglowwormcaves #waikato

[mysocialmate-blog]

A glimpse the rare native blue stars of New Zealand the Waitomo Glowworm Caves are a must for anyone looking to be enchanted by the unusual and captivated by the extraordinary! @waitomoglowwormcaves @legendaryblackwaterraftingco #sparkles A glimpse the rare native blue stars of New Zealand the Waitomo Glowworm Caves are a must for anyone looking to be enchanted by the unusual and captivated by the extraordinary! @waitomoglowwormcaves @legendaryblackwaterraftingco #sparkles A glimpse the rare native blue stars of New Zealand the Waitomo Glowworm Caves are a must for anyone looking to be enchanted by the unusual and captivated by the extraordinary! @waitomoglowwormcaves @legendaryblackwaterraftingco #sparkles

[peterpaul1970]

The caves at Waitomo. #waitomo #waitomocaves #waitomoglowwormcaves #shotoniphone #shotoniphonexsmax #seetheworld #travel #newzealand http://bit.ly/2DIXWHC

[247gram]

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[oursouldesire-blog1]

📸 @waitomoglowwormcaves #newzealand - A visit to the #waitomo #glowworm #caves are another must- do while in #newzealand. After taking the #tour through the caves and learning about their history, we were navigated in the dark down to its depths where we hit #water and got aboard a small #boat. The rush we felt boarding a boat in pitch black with only a small flashlight to find a seat was #exhilarating. As we glided through the eerily still water in absolute silence, tiny lights began to flicker above us. Within seconds, the caves were lit up and we were surrounded by what looked like a mini-galaxy. The glow worms were shining bright! We encountered a whole new world we never would’ve known was right beneath our feet. The beauty in this natural #phenomenon was astounding and an experience we will never forget! - - - #nature #beauty #guide #travel #instagood #love #amazing #zen #magic #photography #photooftheday

[hillarybradfield]

We went to the Waitomo caves and saw glow worms! Bioluminescent bugs that stick to the walls of caves/dark damp places in the forest. I have no pics of the worms, it wasn't allowed, it disturbs the glow cycle if someone flashes light. Nice to have a quiet moment without phones, just listening to water and looking at weird nature :) #waitomoglowwormcaves #newzealand https://www.instagram.com/p/BrF7orIlC13/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=v2scdid07ii4

[leo810812]

Keep silent 🤫 silent is out there~ #waitomoglowwormcaves after she finished our tour, she just keep singing alone on the boat. That’s so #kiwi hehe cute cute #newzealand (at Waitomo Glowworm Caves) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bm7M8gNAzAf/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=hz6sxfcfvmts

[ragdollparade]

Wet at Waitomo #waitomoglowwormcaves #waikato

[settheskiesalightforme]

Watched an amazing magical doco 😍😍😍 // #davidattenborough #lifethatglows #waitomoglowwormcaves #newzealand