Attractions
Waitomo and the King Country (from Otorohanga to Te Kuiti and Piopio, from Kawhia to Mokau) has attractions for all ages and enough to see and do for at least a week!
Ruakuri Cave
Spectacular Ruakuri Cave is a cave experience like no other. Combine it with the Waitomo Glowworm Cave for a unique and magical Waitomo experience. The crystal tapestries and glowworms up close will amaze you. To book, visit www.waitomo.com or phone 0800 782 5874.
» more information 1+ Hours Up to NZ$75
Waitomo Glowworm Caves
The world famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves amaze with thousands of magical glowworms that sparkle above as you glide through the cave by boat. Enjoy the ornate cave decorations and sculptures that have developed over thousands of years. To book, go to www.waitomo.com or phone 0800 456 922.
» more information 1+ Hours Up to NZ$75
Otorohanga Kiwi House & Native Bird Park
This is THE place where you will always see Kiwi birds - the Otorohanga Kiwi House and Native Bird Park. Only 15 minutes from Waitomo. Authentic NZ conservation since 1971. We breed and care for many of NZ's most rare and endangered birds and reptiles. Lovely park setting, ideal for families.
» more information 2+ Hours Up to NZ$25
Otorohanga i-SITE Visitor Centre
Good quality, useful & relevant information is vital for visitors so that their New Zealand experience is stress-free, easy, safe and enjoyable. The Otorohanga i-Site Visitor Centre provides information on local & nation-wide visitor attractions, activities, accommodation & transport.
Spellbound Glowworm & Cave Tours
Enjoy Waitomo's magical glow worm experience in a small group. Glide just beneath glowworm galaxies to the far reaches of the Spellbound Glowworm Cave on our unhurried and unrivalled raft ride. Then visit the Cave of the Spirit. Photography allowed.
» more information 3+ Hours Up to NZ$75
Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre
"Te Whare Taonga o Nga Ana o Waitomo". Award winning specialist Museum, interactive learning & exhibition centre. "A Wonder!" - Sir David Attenborough "A Phenomenal job" - Dr David Bellamy
» more information <1 Hour Up to NZ$25
Footwhistle Glow Worm Tour
Enjoy a five minute van ride to our cave, while you learn about Waitomo's rich history. Then it's a short walk through New Zealand native bush to the cave entrance, where your experienced CaveWorld guide lights the candles, opens the cave door... and the Footwhistle Tour experience begins.
» more information 1+ Hours Up to NZ$50
Pa Harakeke
Pa Harakeke is an Eco-Cultural Visitor Centre offering a suite of guided tours in and around the hugely popular Pureora Forest and Mountain whilst the Carbon Offset Eco-Planting has been designed to offset the carbon footprint you create when travelling. A souvenir shop and Coffee bar is also open.
» more information <1 Hour Up to NZ$50
Andrea Hanna - Woodworker
Waitomo Information Centre I-SITE
Kawhia Regional Museum Gallery
King Country Gardens
Debra Allen - Felting Artist
Te Kuiti Information Centre I-SITE
Piopio Museum
Otorohanga Museum
Jo Gallagher - Artist
Lisa Ormsby - Artist
Department of Conservation - Maniapoto Area Office
Daniel Ormsby - Painter/Carver/Artist


