Ruakuri Cave - Underground Adventure

Laced with myth and legend. Experience this special 2hr guided sightseeing adventure through limestone caves, meandering underground streams and historical Maori sites. Tours depart daily.

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  • Phone +64 7 878 6219
Ruakuri spiral entrance
Ruakuri Cave tunnel
Ruakuri Cave glowworms
Glowworm strings
Ruakuri Cave formations
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Ruakuri Cave formations

About

Discover a world where nature meets technology.

A cave experience like no other, Ruakuri Cave solved the challenge of respecting the spirit of local culture, as well as protecting the environment by creating stunning entrance spiraling deep underground.

As your guide leads you through New Zealand’s longest guided underground tour, you will be mesmerised by crystal cave tapestries, shawl like formations, hidden waterfalls, amazing glowworms, underground rivers, sacred Maori sites and share with you intriguing ancient myths and legends.

Opening times

  • Business hours: 9.00am - 3.30pm 7 days a week, closed Christmas day
  • Months of operation: All months of the year

Facilities and Features

  • Proximity to airport: 61km
  • Proximity to town: 72km

Physical address

Ruakuri Cave - Underground Adventure, 585 Waitomo Caves Road, Waitomo Valley, Hamilton - Waikato, New Zealand.

Pricing and Conditions

Adult $67.00 - $89.00
  • Further pricing information: RUAKURI Adult $67. Child (4-14 yrs inclusive) $26. Child (3 yrs & under) FOC. Family (2 adults / 2 children*) $165. TWO CAVE VISIT – WAITOMO & RUAKURI Adult $79. Child (4 -14 yrs inclusive)$29. Child (3 yrs & under)FOC. Family (2 adults / 2 children*) $179. THREE CAVE VISIT – WAITOMO & ARANUI & RUAKURI Adult $89. Child (4 -14 yrs inclusive)$39. Child (3 yrs & under)FOC. Family $115. Reservations must clearly state: The tour reference or client details Specify number of adults/children/preschooler pax The date of visit Time of arrival Method of payment Nationality Conditions of Reservations: Due to cave capacity and operational restrictions, reservations for groups are essential, especially during peak hours 10.00am – 2.00pm). Arriving without a reservation may mean delays for your group. Tours on the hour and half hour are kept free for FIT's. Tour groups can depart at 5 mintue intervals.

Contact us by

  • Phone +64 7 878 6219
  • Freephone 0800 782 587
  • Fax +64 7 878 5190

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