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Waitomo Valley

Waitamo valley is a brilliant rugged countryside to visit. The amazing glow- worm caves, exotic waterfalls, the open hill tops and leisure stroll through the woods offers a stunning experience. Once you are amid the stunning caves and gorges, you definitely want to come again for more exploration. The Waitomo caves are a hub for several fun and recreational activities. The best one being absailing deep into a cave.

Waitomo Valley consists of several mystifying caves which make the region a foremost sightseer attraction in the southern Waikato region of New Zealand’s.

Waitomo is a Maori term which means “water passing through a hole”. These Caves are believed to be over two million years old.

Waitomo Valley - Location:

Waitomo Valley is located about 12 kilometers northwest of Te Kuiti which is a town situated towards the south of the Waikato region in the North Island.

Waitomo Valley - Climate:

Waitomo Valley experiences temperate kind of a climate with warm and humid summers whereas soft and easygoing winters.

Waitomo Valley – History:

Since ages caves have an essential part of the local Māori people’s life. But as per records it was a local Māori Chief Tane Tinorau along with an English surveyor, Fred Mace were the first one to do an extensive exploration in 1887.

Recreational Activities at Waitomo Valley:

  • Walks and treks
  • Abseiling
  • Black Water Rafting
  • Sightseeing
  • Climbing
  • Cave tubing

How to reach the Waitomo Valley?

Central location of the Waitomo Valley proffers easy access to the lovely caves. Several big and small tourists companies offer ride to the caves of the area.

Herein take a look at the time it takes to reach the place via road:
  • Hamilton - 1 hour
  • Auckland - 3 hours
  • Taupo - 1 hour
  • Rotorua - 1 hour
  • Mount Ruapehu - 1 hour

Hotels in Waitomo Valley

  • Waitomo Caves Hotel
  • Kiwi Paka Backpackers
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