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Te Anau Glowworm Caves Guided Experience

Te Anau, New Zealand
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Te Anau, New Zealand

Journey into the fascinating Te Anau Glowworm Caves and explore complicated limestone passages, whirlpools and an underground waterfall on this half day tour

Te Anau Glowworm Caves Guided Experience Highlights

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  • Scenic cruise across Lake Te Anau
  • Guided cave tour by path and small boat
  • Maximum 12 guests per guide
  • Complimentary tea and coffee

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Frequently Asked Questions

Photography and video filming are not permitted inside the caves, as flash lights can affect the glowworms and visitors' acclimatisation to the dark.

Yes. There is a section inside the glowworm cavern where all guests must remain silent to enjoy the natural display.

Children are welcome, but the experience may not be ideal for younger guests because part of the tour requires everyone to remain completely silent inside the glowworm cavern.

The cave temperature is generally 8–12°C, so a warm sweater or fleece jacket is recommended. Non-slip shoes or boots and a waterproof jacket are also recommended.

Yes. Significant bending is required at the cave entrance, and there are steps and often wet walkways throughout the experience.

Staff are trained to deal with incidents and will provide instructions to guests in an emergency. A portable defibrillator is also available at Cavern House.

Yes. It is always dark inside the caves, so the glowworms can be viewed on any departure. Depending on daylight hours in New Zealand, the cruise across Lake Te Anau may take place in darkness on some evening departures.

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A Refundable Booking is available at checkout. This will provide 100% refund for one of the many reasons included via our terms - including adverse weather, sickness or delays with transport.

All customer cancellation & refund requests are also subject to our website’s own refund conditions.


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RealNZ Visitor Centre, 85 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau
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