Haruru Waterfalls, Glowworm Caves & Waitangi Lookout Express Tour
Overview
Explore the enchanting Kawiti Glow Worm Caves on this captivating tour from Paihia. Begin your journey with a scenic 30-minute drive, enriched by local insights from your guide. Once at the caves, embark on a 45-minute easy walk led by knowledgeable local guides, marveling at the mesmerizing glow worms illuminating the cavern. Continue the adventure at Haruru Waterfalls, where the impressive roar of cascading water awaits. Conclude your tour back in Paihia, where charming shops and eateries beckon for exploration.
- Scenic drive from Paihia with local history and fun facts
- 45-minute guided walk through the stunning Kawiti Glow Worm Caves
- Visit Haruru Waterfalls and experience its thunderous roar
- Pick up from Tender wharf for 9am tours for Cruiseship passengers.
- Get in touch if you have a bigger group, we can accommodate over several vans.
- Would recommend bringing a warm jacket, as caves can get cold.
What's Included
- Admission fee
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Guided Tour
- Lunch
Meeting Location
Te Karuwha Parade
Paihia 0293, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Paihia
New Zealand
Tour ends in Paihia, complimentary shuttle buses run you back to Waitangi tender wharf.
What To Expect
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Haruru Falls
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Kawiti Glow Worm Caves
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Booster seats available on request
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-5592937P6
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Admission fee.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Guided Tour.
- Lunch.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Haruru Waterfalls, Glowworm Caves & Waitangi Lookout Express Tour is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Haruru Waterfalls, Glowworm Caves & Waitangi Lookout Express Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Admission fee
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Guided Tour
- Lunch
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Booster seats available on request
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
