Waitomo Caves

A short hop from Waiotapu further to the West are the Waitomo Caves. A famous series of caves that are mostly known for the glow worms that inhabit large sections. The glow worms are maggots that use an illumination to attract insects and lure them into traps. These cruel little maggots look like stars at the cave roofs. Overall the tickets for the Waitomo caves were overpriced because you were not allowed to take pictures and the boat ride was a bit lame. But if its your only chance to see the glow worms you should take it!!
Another one of our highlights was the Kiwi House in Otorohanga, a lovely little zoo which really cares about the animals. As the Kiwis are so hard to find in the wild it was our chance to see these adorable flightless birds.Read more