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🇳🇿 Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Waitomo Glowworm Caves · 와이카토 와이토모

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Overview

A limestone cave in Waitomo on the North Island, where native glowworms fill the ceiling with a blue light that shimmers like the Milky Way. The famous experience is gliding by boat along a dark underground river, gazing up at the starry ceiling.

Waitomo Glowworm Caves — © Kristina D.C. Hoeppner from Wellington, New Zealand · CC BY-SA 2.0

Highlights

The blue glowworm galaxy overhead from the underground boat
Limestone cave formations of stalactites and stalagmites
Adventure options such as black-water rafting
The pastoral countryside and other caves nearby

Good to know

RulesPhotography and flash are banned inside to protect the glowworms, and quiet is required.
·Entry is by guided tour only; popular times need booking.
SafetyThe cave is dark and slippery — wear grippy shoes and follow the guide.

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