Did a trip with Norm, a bit bumpy but he knew so much about the area and was able to answer any question sent his way. Faultless experience, small groups make all the difference. Lots of glowworms in the first cave, well thought out and educational through the second cave. Very easy walking routes. More

Little I can add to the other reviews - friendly, efficiently organised tours based on small groups doing 2 caves. Ride to the caves can be a bit bumpy but well worth it - would thouroughly recommend. Spellbound also e-mail you photos of the caves if yours don't work. Great day (and they don't really feed children to Bob the... More

We were a group of 10 on a recent private tour of the glow worm caves in Waitomo region. We had arranged private transportation with a driver/guide from Auckland. We were met by Peter and had the most fantastic time, spending 3 hours visiting both a wet and dry cave. The highlight was the raft ride through the glow worm... More

We (3 couples) from Australia thoroughly enjoyed this small group tour. My sister suffers from claustrophobia and wasn't sure if she could do the tour. Our tour leader was very accommodating to her predicament, ensuring that she felt comfortable at each stage of the caves. The cave was awash with glow worms - like out of a fairy tale. When... More

My wife & I were lucky enough to only have 2 others in our tour. Our guide, Ross, appeared to really love his job and he made our whole tour an experience to remember with his wide knowledge of his subject and his great humour. The sights were amazing - including the trip in the van to the caves and... More

We had the gloworms tour recommended to us and so glad we choose this one, was actually next door to our Camp Site (Waitomo Top Ten) so we meet up with the group there and then got the mini bus to the site. The 1st part of the tour was a walk into a cave where we saw lots and... More

This was a great tour with a wonderful and knowledgeable, funny guide. Would highly recommend if you are after a tour that is not full of tourists at the same time as you. Groups are small and both the caves different to each other but well worth seeing. More

This is a very laid back tour, not for someone who is in a rush. But definitely for these who looking for a great relaxing experience! Suitable for all ages, I was 8 months pregnant and found the tour very easy and comfortable! I visited the main caves with glowworms previously (45 min tour) and can see the difference. You... More

This is the trip to take if you want to see the glowworms without all of the other tourists! We lucked out and only had 3 people on our tour. Our guide, Louise, was fantastic! She was very knowledgable about the area, the geography, everything I never even knew to ask about. The caves are beautiful! More