About
See thousands of glowworms for free, like daytime stargazing in a wild cave.
Why go
- Feels like stargazing but instead you’re in this cave, standing in water and watching glowworms glow in the dark
- A raw, off-the-beaten-path adventure
- Magical experience surrounded by thousands of tiny, blue "galaxies" on the cave ceiling
Must try
- Explore a wild limestone cave full of thousands of glowworms
- See the glow worms at any time
Pro tips
- Bring a headlamp or flashlight
- Wear waterproof shoes or sandals
- Aim for a weekday after sunset
- Tripod is essential for photos
- 2 Hours from Auckland
Good to know
- Avoid after heavy rain, water levels can rise
- No touching the glow worms
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Rating
4.7 / 5 (1543 reviews)
Opening Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |