
Te Anau Glow Worm Caves Tour
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- Location:Te Anau, New Zealand
- Duration:2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- TOUR Code:2264RJ400
The fascinating Te Anau 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.
Highlights
- See the glow worms and beautiful rock formations on this tour from Te Anau
- Enjoy a return cruise trip on Lake Te Anau to the grotto caves
- Friendly and informative guide
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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.
Schedule Details
Te Anau Glowworm Caves Tour
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Te Anau Visitor Centre
Departure Time:All year
- 2:00pm, 7:00pm
- 8:15pm
- 5:45pm
2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Return details:Returns to original departure point
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Additional Information
- Lake cruise on Lake Te Anau
- Entry to the Caves of Rushing Water and Glow Worm Grotto
- Light refreshments
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Minimum age is 5 years
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My family and I loved this trip. We went on the late afternoon one and it was great to cross the ... Read more ›
Kim S, April 2012
We loved this trip. It was well organised, concise, and the glow worms put on a lovely display. ... Read more ›
Evan R, April 2012







