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- Discover the fascinating sea life of aquatic creatures!
- Visit the Southern Hemisphere’s largest display of sub-Antarctic King and Gentoo penguin colonies.
- Walk through the world’s first curved aquarium, under Sand Tiger and Wobbegong sharks in the Shark Tunnel.
- Explore the 11 different zones in the aquarium and find exciting ways to get a hands-on experience.
- Spot colorful marine life and touch beautiful starfish at Rockpools.
- Sneak a peek into what it was like to live in the coldest place on Earth a century ago.
- Show your creativity by making your own sea creature and watch it swim on an interactive projection wall.
- Engage the kids at the indoor playground with some water play at the Splash Table.
- Infants aged 2 and under can go for free. Children aged 3-15 enjoy reduced ticket prices (carry a valid ID).
- This ticket has the following variants you can choose from:
- General Admission - Peak
- General Admission - Off Peak
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Small Group Tour of Waitomo Caves & Rotorua including Te Puia from Auckland
- Start your tour from Auckland through the stunning Waikato countryside and see mighty rivers, majestic mountains, and several farms along the way - making for great photo ops.
- The journey will pass through Taupiri, home to several Maori burial grounds & cultural totem poles. Pick up some local history, and learn about the New Zealand Wars.
- Break for coffee at Pirongia, before continuing onwards to Otorohanga, the “Kiwiana capital of New Zealand.”
- At the Waitomo Caves, follow your guide through the ancient caves.
- Descend even further underground and step onto a boat for a cruise on the grotto river. Have a magical experience with thousands of glowworms sparkling around you.
- On the way to Rotorua, stop outside Big Bird to meet some friendly native animals.
- Head onwards to Te Puia, and get a tour of the geothermal and cultural wonders there. See the Pōhutu Geyser, Māori architecture, The National Māori Arts School, geothermal craters.
- Get a chance to view a Kiwi bird in the Kiwi viewing house.
- To finish off the Rotorua experience, enjoy a guided driving tour of the most famous sites in the city.
- Check out Lake Rotorua, Rotorua Museum, Government Gardens, Whangapipiro (Rachel Spring) & the Blue Baths.
- End your tour with a fully guided return trip to Auckland (with secret stops along the way!).
- Auckland
- Waikato
- Pirongia
- Otorohanga
- Waitomo Caves
- Big Bird
- Te Puia Geothermal Park
- Rotorua city highlights
- Auckland
- Infants aged 0-3yrs, as well as children aged 4-14yrs enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
From Auckland: Waitomo Glowworm Caves Small Group Tour
- From Auckland, go on a drive south through the stunning Waikato countryside, and pass through Taupiri.
- Home to several local Maori burial grounds and cultural totem poles, it is a sight for sore eyes.
- Your guide will regale you with local history before you break for coffee at Pirongia.
- Continue towards Otorohanga, and try to see all things Kiwi along the way.
- Arrive at Waitomo Caves and let your guide lead you through the ancient caves, that are full of extraordinary stalactites, stalagmites, and lime columns.
- Descend even further underground and hop on a boat for a cruise on the grotto river.
- Here, you will get to take in the sight of thousands of glowworms sparkling above you!
- This feature has been unique to New Zealand for over 120 years, and the glowworms are a must-see for any traveler.
- On the way out of Waitomo, stop outside Big Bird to see and take photos with some local animals.
- End your tour with a fully guided return trip to Auckland. There will be secret stops along the way!
This ticket has the following options you can choose from:
- Waitomo Glowworm Caves Small Group Tour from Auckland
- Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour (One Way)
- Waitomo Caves & Rotorua Small Group Tour including Te Puia from Auckland
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Caves Tour from Auckland
- Explore some of New Zealand's must-visit attractions on this exciting full-day guided excursion from Auckland.
- With a popping itinerary, the company of an expert tour guide, and round-trip hotel transfers, you're ready to go.
- Visit the Hobbiton Movie Set first. Board a big green Hobbiton bus that lends all tourist feels, and explore the 12-acre movie set at ease.
- You'll spend 2 hours driving past the lush pastures of the Shires, visit 44 hobbit holes, explore serene gardens, and uncover hushed secrets about the movies
- On your way to Waitomo, visit Otorohanga- the Kiwiana capital of New Zealand, where you'll see all things Kiwi.
- Stop by the Big Bird & Miniature Animal Petting Farm, where you'll meet local farm animals and feed them if you please.
- The Waitomo Caves is next on your itinerary. Gasp at massive cave formations, stalactites, stalagmites, and lime columns.
- Enjoy an underground glowworm experience as you board a boat and cruise along the Grotto River.
- As thousands of glowworms swarm above you, bask in the glowing night sky, marking the bright end of your tour.
- Hotel pickup
- Drive from Auckland to Waikato
- Arrive at Hobbiton Movie Set
- Stop at Lake Karapiro
- Visit Otorohanga
- Stop outside the Big Bird Petting Farm
- Explore Waitomo Caves
- Hotel drop-off
- Expert tour guide
- Round-trip hotel transfers from Auckland
- Bottled water & snacks on bus
- WiFi, charging ports & on-screen entertainment on bus
- Access to Alexander Family Sheep Farm and Shire's Rest
- Admission & fully-guided tour of Hobbiton Movie Set
- Complimentary crafted beverage at The Green Dragon Inn
- Admission & fully-guided tour of Waitomo Glowworm Caves
- Infants aged 3yrs and under and children aged 4-14yrs enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry valid photo ID)
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Hobbiton, Rotorua & Wai-O-Tapu: Small Group Tour from Auckland
- Don't miss out on the charm and tranquility of New Zealand on this guided day excursion from Auckland.
- Benefit from round-trip hotel transfers and the accompaniment of an expert tour guide
- Your first stop is the famous Hobbiton movie set: board a big green Hobbiton bus for a 2-hour guided tour through the 12-acre movie set
- After driving past the Shire pastures, 44 hobbit holes, and more, drink a complimentary cold beverage at The Green Dragon Inn
- Visit Tirau, the 'Corrugated Iron Capital of the World' that boasts of intriguing iron buildings and sculptures
- The Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland is next on the list: discover the famous Champagne Lake, Devil's Bath, local mud-pools, geothermal craters, and more here
- A vibrant city tour through Rotorua is next, where you'll see iconic city landmarks: Lake Rotorua, Rotorua Museum, Government Gardens, Whangapipiro (Rachel Spring), the Blue Baths, and then some
- Enjoy some discounted souvenir shopping here before boarding the bus back to Auckland
- Hotel pickup
- Drive from Auckland to Waikato
- Arrive at Hobbiton Movie Set
- Visit Tirau
- Visit Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland
- Explore Rotorua city highlights
- Hotel drop-off
- Expert tour guide
- Round-trip hotel transfers from Auckland
- Bottled water & snacks on bus
- WiFi, charging ports & on-screen entertainment on bus
- Access to Alexander Family Sheep Farm and Shire's Rest
- Admission & fully-guided tour of Hobbiton Movie Set
- Complimentary crafted beverage at The Green Dragon Inn
- Admission & fully-guided tour of Wai-O-Tapu (Champagne Pool, Devils Home & Devils Bath)
- Rotorua city highlights tour
- Infants aged 3yrs and under and children aged 4-14yrs enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry valid photo ID)
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Hobbiton & Rotorua & Te Puia Group Tour from Auckland
- Benefit from this exciting combo tour that lets you experience the magical Lord of the Rings movie set, cultural highlights of Rotorua, and geothermal wonders of Te Puia in one convenient package.
- Thanks to the round-trip hotel transfers and expert navigation from your friendly tour guide, you're guaranteed convenience from beginning to end
- Start off with a 2-hour guided tour through the Hobbiton movie set, boasting lush pastures of the Shire, 44 hobbit holes, and then some
- At the famous Hobbiton pub, The Green Dragon Inn, you'll sip on a complimentary cold drink, basking in the magical surroundings
- On your way to Rotorua, visit the charming town of Tirau, interestingly dubbed 'the corrugated iron sculpture capital of the world'
- Enjoy a spirited city tour of Rotorua, visiting and learning about historical sites like The Government Gardens, Blue Baths, Thermal Springs, Lake Rotorua, and more
- At the Te Puia Geothermal Park, you'll stop for a traditional Maori Hangi meal: a great way to indulge in the local cuisine (optional ticket upgrade)
- You'll also enjoy the Māori cultural performance, a world-class, high-energy show performed by the resident performing arts group, bound to leave you speechless
- Carry on to explore the geothermal and cultural wonders that lie ahead in the park
- As you skip from attraction to attraction, pass along geothermal craters and events, making for great picture backdrops
This ticket has the following variants that you can choose from:
- Full-Day Tour
- Full-Day Tour with Show & Hangi Buffet
- Hotel pickup
- Drive from Auckland to Waikato
- Arrive at Hobbiton Movie Set
- Visit Tirau
- Explore Rotorua city highlights
- Visit Te Puia Geothermal Park
- Traditional Maori Hangi meal (Optional)
- Hotel drop-off
- Expert tour guide
- Round-trip hotel transfers from Auckland
- Bottled water & snacks on bus
- WiFi, charging ports & on-screen entertainment on bus
- Access to Alexander Family Sheep Farm and Shire's Rest
- Admission & fully-guided tour of Hobbiton Movie Set
- Complimentary crafted beverage at The Green Dragon Inn
- Admission & fully-guided tour of Te Puia
- Rotorua city highlights tour
- Visit Pohutu Geyser, Maori village & craft school
- Access to Kiwi Bird House
- Traditional Maori Hangi meal (Optional)
- Infants aged 3yrs and under and children aged 4-14yrs enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry valid photo ID)
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Small Group Tour to Hobbiton Movie Set from Auckland
- Bask in the majesty of New Zealand's Waikato region, an iconic film location where the Lord of the Rings movie franchise was shot.
- Choose from ticket options to explore the stunning Hobbiton Movie Set on a lively 2-hour guided tour.
- You don't have to give transportation a fleeting thought, for round-trip hotel transfers are baked into the price of your ticket
- An expert tour guide will accompany you, sharing facts and stories on your way to the movie set.
- Your route to the set is filled with idyllic countryside charm. Pass by rolling mountains, mighty rivers, and large expanses of wide, open land.
- At the entrance of the Hobbiton Movie set, you'll have a chance to grab a bite and some coffee before the tour (which you have to purchase separately)
- Wander through the lush pastures of the Shire, colorful hobbit holes, and serene gardens with optional entry to Hobbiton.
- Grab a drink at the famous Green Dragon Inn afterward (depending on option selected) and drink in your picturesque surroundings.
- Hotel pick-up
- Drive from Auckland to Waikato
- Arrive at Hobbiton
- 2-hour guided tour of Hobbiton Movie Set (optional)
- Alexander Family Sheep Farm and Shire's Rest (optional)
- Complimentary crafted beverage at The Green Dragon Inn (optional)
- Hotel drop-off
- Infants aged 3yrs and under and children aged 4-14yrs enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry valid photo ID)
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.