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Waitomo Caves Explorer Drive

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A short scenic drive through ancient karst country — from the Homestead on SH3 down into the cave valley that put Waitomo on the map.

Stops on This Tour (4)

  1. 1
    Waitomo Homestead & SH3 Overlook Your starting point sits on State Highway 3, the road linking the Waikato to the Taranaki coast. 🔒 Hear the full story in the Nara app
  2. 2
    Waitomo Caves Road — Karst Country As you turn off the highway onto Waitomo Caves Road, notice how the terrain changes. 🔒 Hear the full story in the Nara app
  3. 3
    Waitomo Glowworm Caves You're arriving at New Zealand's most famous underground attraction. 🔒 Hear the full story in the Nara app
  4. 4
    Ruakuri Reserve & Natural Bridge Just past the main caves, Ruakuri Reserve offers a free walk through the most dramatic karst scenery above ground. 🔒 Hear the full story in the Nara app

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