Hobbiton & Glowworms: NZ's Magical Worlds Tour
Discover two of New Zealand’s top attractions in one unforgettable day. Our small-group Hobbiton & Waitomo tour gives you more - more time to explore, more comfort, and thoughtful touches that set us apart. With a maximum of 15 guests, enjoy a relaxed pace, surprise photo stops, and secret encounters along the way. Led by passionate guides and including a delicious lunch, this is the ultimate North Island adventure Due to the delicate ecosystem within the Waitomo Caves, photography is not permitted inside. This policy helps protect the glowworms, ensuring the preservation of this unique environment.
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5 stars
Reviews by Tripadvisor travelers
Anonymous, 10/28/2025 5:31:35 AM
We had a great day with Viator. The tour is very thoughtful and interesting. The pick up is smooth and the mini bus is clean and comfy.
Compass44269158454, 10/28/2025 5:27:34 AM
Very thoughtful and interesting tour. The pick up is smooth and the mini bus is very comfortable. The trip is amazing and we enjoy a lot. Thank you
phoebehC7768VA, 10/27/2025 11:23:00 PM
it was an absolutely fantastic day, shelly our guide was so knowledgeable and a true New Zealander. such a delight to have had her as our guide. hobbiton was an incredible experience as i’ve always wanted to visit the movie set. the glow worm caves were very cool but it was a very short tour - still an interesting experience though
hpilch, 10/27/2025 4:43:45 AM
We loved our tour guide Timmy. He was fantastic, knowledgeable, personable, articulate, and fun. We love our day spent with him. The Hobbit visit was magical.
Voyager15826786946, 10/27/2025 2:19:15 AM
The tour was excellent! The visit to Hobbiton is a must, even if you don’t know anything about the world of The Lord of the Rings. The Waitomo Caves are fascinating and a completely unique experience. The guides at both places were fantastic. Lunch was delicious and generous. In my case, I did the tour with Cam as our guide, and it was wonderful. He was very fun and shared lots of interesting information along the way, while also encouraging us to get to know each other and creating a great group atmosphere. He was very thoughtful, stopping so we could grab a coffee in the morning and an ice cream on the way back. I highly recommend this company and this tour in particular.
davidlA4987VK, 10/26/2025 3:29:54 AM
Amazing experience and highly recommend!! Definitely something you should visit once in a lifetime. Special shout out to Cam who is very friendly and helpful during the tour!
adriana_alducin, 10/26/2025 2:57:24 AM
Was a great experience! Timmy always got the perfect saying and experience! We love every part of it! We had treats and water and food was spectacular!
Odyssey47923997133, 10/25/2025 2:07:23 PM
It was a wonderful experience never liked I had inmagined, the weather gave us a chance to enjoy the walked and sceneries of Hobbieton. Hanse, the driver was very professional and drove within the speed limits never Rush or tried to go around the traffic I give him a 10
J840UWrosemaryc, 10/24/2025 8:18:01 PM
This was a very fun experience! Got to do the activities I wanted without having the stress of renting a car (and learning how to drive on the right!) or making it on time.
ryanmZ4031SR, 10/23/2025 4:23:53 PM
Grant was a fantastic guide and the Glow Worms and Hobbiton were great experiences. All around a wonderful trip. Thank you!
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- Due to the delicate ecosystem within the Waitomo Caves, photography is not permitted inside.
- Children aged 7 years and below are required to travel in a child safety car seat. You can provide your own or one can be provided for $20 NZD (with 24 hours notice).
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- The legal drinking age is 18, and ID may be required
- Not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties, a moderate amount of walking is involved.
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• Pick-ups start 20 mins before the tour time. Please check your pickup time to ensure you do not miss your pickup. We are unable to wait for late guests. No refunds given for no show passengers. • You will be picked up in a minibus with Cheeky Kiwi Travel signwriting on it.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund