Black Abyss: Ultimate Waitomo Caving - Private Tour from Auckland | La Vacanza Travel

Black Abyss: Ultimate Waitomo Caving - Private Tour from Auckland

Duration: 12 hours
Destination: New Zealand, Auckland, Auckland
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  • 12 hours
  • Auckland
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Embark on a drive from Auckland to the king country of Waitomo on a luxurious private vehicle to test your limits with this thrilling caving experience at the Waitomo Caves. Abseil into the Ruakuri Cave, zipline through a gallery of illuminating glowworms, and climb underground waterfalls. An Unforgettable Journey into The Underworld to Jump deep into the abyss and experience the ultimate caving adventure in Waitomo!

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Auckland Central, Auckland Central, North Island

We pickup travellers from most locations in the Auckland CBD location. If your pickup location is not available on the list, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will do our very best to accommodate your request.

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Bombay Hills, Waikato 2472, New Zealand

The Bombay Hills are a range of hills to the south of Auckland, New Zealand. Though only a small and seemingly insignificant range of hills, they lie at the southern boundary of the Auckland region, and serve as a divide between Auckland and the Waikato region. directly named after the ship Bombay, The ship itself was named after the Indian city of Bombay (now Mumbai). Bombay Means: a breed of black short-haired medium-sized cat.

Stop At: Robert Harris, 2189 Gordonton Road, Taupiri 3791, New Zealand

We stop to get some great coffee at your own expense and a comfort break before we continue our journey into the Waikato region

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Te Awamutu, Te Awamutu, Waikato Region, North Island

Te Awamutu calls itself the ‘Rose Capital of New Zealand’. During the blooming season, November to April, the garden next to the visitor centre is a technicolour dream as 2000 rose bushes turn on the charm.

Stop At: The Legendary Black Water Rafting Co, Waitomo, 585 Waitomo Caves Road, Waitomo Caves 3977, New Zealand

The 5-hour Black Abyss tour packs all the most adventurous ways to make your way through a cave into one Black Water Rafting tour. An exhilarating caving experience blending the magic of abseiling, flying fox, climbing and floating through unique underground river system. Slip spider-like down into the black, seemingly bottomless depths of Ruakuri Cave and ride a roller coaster of everything caving has to offer. Explore and tube through ancient glowworm studded stream-ways. Underground snacks in the form for yummy New Zealand chocolate and a hot beverage to fuel you for the cave exploration ahead. . However, there’s no experience required, as you’ll have an experienced guide and be equipped with all the caving essentials!

This is the most adventurous tour! If you have a “go big or go home” mantra then this Black Water Rafting tour is a must-do! A fun challenge!

Duration: 5 hours

Stop At: Auckland Central, Auckland Central, North Island

After an exhilirating fun-filled adventure experience at Waitomo, it is now time to head back to Auckland to conclude your evening and drop-off at your hotel in Auckland.

Duration: 15 minutes

Inclusions
  • Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
  • Complementary pick up and drop off from Auckland
  • Complementary refreshments and water onboard
  • Admission to 5 Hour Black Abyss Ultimate caving Guided experience
  • All necessary safety equipment including footwear, tubes, wetsuits, helmets, abseiling devices
  • A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
  • Luxurious temperature controlled private transportation in a minibus
  • The 5-hour Black Abyss tour packs all the most adventurous ways
  • Abseiling, flying fox, climbing and floating through unique underground river system
  • Ride a roller coaster of everything caving has to offer
  • Tube through ancient glowworm studded stream-ways
  • Complimentary underground snacks in the form for yummy New Zealand chocolate and a hot beverage
  • You’ll be guided every step of the way by a professional guide
  • Complimentary high speed Internet onboard the minibus
  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • WiFi on board
  • Lunch - Cafe Style Lunch Included
  • Entry/Admission - The Legendary Black Water Rafting Co, Waitomo

Exclusions
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Near public transportation
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Minimum weight restriction of 45kg+ apply
  • Guides at Waitomo reserve the right to refuse to take anyone into the cave that they consider to be unsuited for the tour (e.g., physically incapable, or too small).
  • Participants must be 16 years old or over (proof of age may be required)
  • Good and moderate fitness level is required
  • Just bring yourself, your swimwear, a towel, shower gel and a thirst for adventure.
  • No caving experience is needed!
  • The water temperature is 10-14C / 50-57F year-round so doing the activity in winter will feel almost the same as doing the activity in summer
  • Photos are taken for you throughout the experience where you’ll get to view and purchase your photos at the end of the tour
  • Cameras, including GoPros, can’t be taken on the tour
  • Tours only run if it is safe, which is the vast majority of the time. However, prolonged heavy rain can result in rising water levels in the caves, in which case the tours would be cancelled.
  • Each participant requested to complete a disclosure document and provide information relation to health, physicality, impairments, and water preparedness.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Mövenpick Hotel Auckland, 8 Customs Street East, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
Traveler pickup is offered

Airports

  • Auckland Intl Airport, Auckland Central, Auckland New Zealand


Ports

  • Princes Wharf, 137-147 Quay Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
  • Fullers360 Self Service Ticket Kiosks, 107 Quay Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand


Departure Time

06:00 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

12 hours


User's Reviews

anamariacQ4185XI

31 Mar, 2024

I enjoyed it very much! Unique experience. The driver and tour guide was very good and provided a lot of information. It was worth the trip!

779mayui

23 Mar, 2024

It was a bit too early start, but our guide was kind and warmly welcomed us. His guide explanation was understandable. Also, the guide at Waitomo cave was funny and understandable.

drchrisf

05 Jan, 2024

super professional and accommodating. very informative. the glow worm cave was a highlight of our trip to new zealand. incredible experience. experiencekart was fantastic

Amy_Y

19 Nov, 2023

This was one of our activities that we did on our tour despite the high private car ride to the Black Abyss. Highly recommended! Our driver, Dep, was super cool, accommodating, and threw in some interesting cultural tidbits during the ride. The only tiny hiccup was we were expecting a solid lunch after all that caving excitement, but all we got was a simple soup. No biggie for us, but just thought I'd throw it out there. Dep did take us to a spot for lunch, but we had to fork out some cash ourselves. Not a deal-breaker, just something to keep in mind.

Aeacho13

08 Aug, 2023

This was the single best excursion I experienced over my three weeks in New Zealand. Book it immediately. Our guides Joel, Max, and Ellen were knowledgeable, professional, and fun! The gear provided was solid, and I felt safe throughout the entire experience. The adventure was well-paced, starting with a heart racing abseil, moving on to a pitch black zipline, then jumping into the water for tubing. THE WATER IS COLD, but it was so much fun I didn't mind it (and I am not a cold weather person). We stopped twice for breaks, and the snacks were on point! I appreciated Max's knowledge of the caves both scientific and cultural. If I could choose only one excursion in NZ, I would choose this one again and again!

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