Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comTe Anau Glow Worm Caves Tour
based on 8 reviews
Duration: 2.5 hours (approx.)
Location: Te Anau, New Zealand
Product code: 2264RJ400
The fascinating caves system on the western shore of Lake Te Anau offers an underground adventure that charms visitors of all ages. This tour takes you to a mysterious underground world of rushing water before drifting in silent darkness beneath the luminous shimmer of thousands of glowworms.
Following a scenic cruise across Lake Te Anau to Cavern House. Upon arrival join an informative talk about the life cycle of the glow worms, the history of the caves, their development and operation.
Next your friendly guide will take you on an exploration of the caves by path and small punt. Observe how the rushing water sculpts the rock formations, before gliding through silent darkness to the glowworm grotto. The delicate incandescence of thousands of tiny glowworms is a magical sight. Return to Te Anau by boat across the lake, reflecting on this amazing experience of nature.
This South Island tourism operator was recognised as one of the highest achievers at the 2007 New Zealand Tourism Industry Awards.
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Te Anau Glowworm Caves Tour
Daily
Departure Point:Tour departs from the Visitor Centre, Lakefront Drive, Te Anau.
Departure Time:- 2:00pm or 7:00pm - All year round
- 5:45pm - October 1 to April 15
- 8:15pm - October 1 to April 15
Tour concludes at original point of departure
Hotel Pickup:Not provided
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- Children aged 5 to 14 years qualify for child rate
- This tour is not recommended for infants aged 4 years and under
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- Lake cruise on Lake Te Anau
- Entry to the Caves of Rushing Water and Glow Worm Grotto
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- New Zealand's Goods and Services Tax (GST)
- Meals and drinks other than those specified
- Hotel pickup and dropoff
- This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of travel.
- Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking.
- Te Anau is approximately 3 hours drive from Queenstown.
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I thought the tour was great -- a beautiful boat ride over to the caves and then an exciting walk through ... Read more ›
Brooke M, Australia, March 2008
The spectacle is amazing and the action of the water features is dramatic - worth experiencing without ... Read more ›
Reginald W, Australia, October 2008
