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Waitomo Caves, New Zealand

Waitomo, officially Waitomo Caves, is a rural community in the King Country region of New Zealand's North Island. There are several solutional cave systems in the area around the village, which are popular tourist attractions.

Type City

Why go

  • Settlement in Waikato, New Zealand.
  • 1 curated must-see attraction on record, including Waitomo Caves.
  • Served by Te Kuiti Aerodrome.

History

Waitomo, officially Waitomo Caves, is a rural community in the King Country region of New Zealand's North Island. There are several solutional cave systems in the area around the village, which are popular tourist attractions. Restaurants and accommodation are centred in the village to serve visiting tourists.

Must-see attractions

Outdoor

Airports

Te Kuiti Aerodrome 5.7 km to the centre
Te Kuiti, WKO, NZ
Outdoor
Wharepapa South Airport 40 km to the centre
WKO, NZ
Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
October – March

The warmer, longer-day half of the southern-hemisphere year.

Shoulder season
April – May, September

Milder and quieter, with better value.

Worth avoiding
June – August

The southern winter — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Te Kuiti Aerodrome; 1 other airport serves the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Waitomo Caves, New Zealand. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

Coaches & shuttles

Intercity coach
Intercity coach

Tours & experiences

Adventure