RealNZ Te Anau Glowworm Caves
included with
-Return scenic lake cruise across Lake Te Anau
-Presentation on the history of the caves and glowworms from our knowledgeable nature guides
-Complimentary tea and coffee
-Guided tour into the caves systems and Glowworm Grotto
excluded by
-Hotel pickup and drop-off
-Gratuities
Essential
Information
What to bring
Non-slip shoes/boots
Waterproof jacket
Warm sweater/fleece jacket
Sunscreen/sunglasses
Insect repellent
Personal medication including for asthma and allergies
Restrictions
Some bending is required at caves entrance and steps are involved.
Disclaimers
Photography and video filming are not permitted inside the cave. Some bending is required at the caves entrance and steps are involved. This experience involves a section where all guests must be silent for some time. No pre-booked lunch options available please make sure you bring your own lunch or snacks. Free tea and coffee available when you are over at the caves. Choices are limited for snacks, and our experiences cashless, so please come prepared.
Detailed Description
Embark on a guided journey into the enchanting Te Anau Glowworm Caves, where rushing underground streams and luminous glowworms create a magical experience unlike any other.
Your adventure begins with a scenic cruise across the tranquil waters of Lake Te Anau aboard one of our purpose-built vessels, taking you to the remote western shores.
At Cavern House, explore fascinating displays that uncover the caves’ geology and history before your guide leads you into the underground labyrinth. Along the way, our knowledgeable guides will highlight the caves’ unique features and share captivating stories about their formation and discovery.
Step into a world of natural wonder. These geologically young caves, just 12,000 years old, are still being shaped by the powerful river carving through them. Marvel at twisting limestone passages, sculpted rock formations, swirling whirlpools, and a thundering underground waterfall.
The journey culminates in a hidden grotto, where you’ll drift silently by boat beneath a sparkling canopy of glowworms unique to New Zealand. In the stillness and darkness of this subterranean realm, their bioluminescent display is nothing short of extraordinary.
