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Waitomo Glowworm Caves
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Waitomo Glowworm Caves

8.6
4.5/5
837 reviews
Waitomo Glowworm Cave is a limestone cave in the western mountainous area of the North Island of New Zealand, and it is also a scenic spot in New Zealand. Waitomo in Maori means "surrounded by green water". On the wall of the cave, dotted green light dots are layered upon layer upon layer. These green lights flicker on the black water, and the light and shadow are doubled. This is a wonderful world belonging to the green elves. 1. Three caves with different characteristics make up the Glowworm Cave The Glowworm Cave is mainly composed of three caves with different characteristics, Waitomo Glowworm Cave, Ruakuri Cave and Alanui Cave. The Glowworm Cave is a stalactite cave with a history of more than 10,000 years. There was a small ice-covered lake on the mountain of this cave. After the ice and snow melted, it flowed into the cracks in the rock formation below, and gradually eroded into the current cave. Cathedral Cave inside the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, this huge cave is known for its echoes of space. Ruakuri Cave is a legendary underground cave where the sound of water from an underground waterfall can be heard. The entrance of Alanui Cave is the visitor center, and the vaulted greenhouse with membrane structure is very imposing. 2. Thousands of glowworms enter the cave for a tour. You need to take a boat to enter the depths of the cave. After getting on the boat, the guide will pull the guide rope above to push the boat forward. The strange spot of light in the cave is the light emitted by thousands of fireflies. You will find patches of green and white light on the rocks. Looking closely, there are jagged translucent filaments hanging from the ceiling of the cave under the light and shadow. The silk has clear water droplets like a curtain of crystal beads. These beautiful filaments with slime are the firefly's fishing tool to attract and prey on light-following insects. This firefly has only been found in New Zealand and Australia. 3. Black Labyrinth Tour, Abyss Tour and Odyssey Tour In addition to the "black water rafting" in the Glowworm Cave, if you are brave enough and your endurance is good enough, you can also experience the Black Labyrinth Tour organized by the legendary black water rafting company , Journey to the Abyss and Journey to the Odyssey. These three journeys will take 3-5 hours respectively, and will involve rock climbing in caves, abseiling, and rafting on tires. Of course, if you participate in these tours, you can not only enjoy free hot showers, but also delicious hot soup and local New Zealand pancakes for you to enjoy. Plus, get a free visit to the Waitomo Caves Museum.New Zealand · Waitomo Caves
Meeanee Speedway

Meeanee Speedway

2.5
Napier · 6.7km from downtown
Par2 MiniGolf

Par2 MiniGolf

2.5
Napier · 688m from downtown
Paisley Stage

Paisley Stage

2.5
Napier · 622m from downtown
Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland
No. 4 of Best Things to Do in North Island

Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland

8.3
4.7/5
554 reviews
Wai-o-Tapu, which means "holy water" in Maori, is one of Rotorua's most famous geothermal areas. The most famous ones in Wonderland are the beautiful Champagne Pool and the Lady Knox Geyser, which starts spewing water at 10:15 am every day. This geothermal wonderland is centered on the volcanically active Taupo Volcano area, and about 3 kilometers of walking trails lead you to interesting attractions, including the boiling and extremely photogenic Champagne Pool, the thick but always in Boiling mud, mineral-rich hot springs, and Lady Knox's geyser, which spouts water at mysteriously timed and fixed points - every day at 10.15am, it starts spewing energetically, often for an hour at a time. The water column is as high as 20 meters. In addition to watching all kinds of wonderful and magnificent natural landscapes along the walking trails (please be careful not to walk into areas with warning signs to avoid danger), you can also take a helicopter to get a bird's-eye view of the entire steamy fantasy world. This is a well-developed scenic spot, equipped with a large-scale shopping area and cafes. If you are tired from walking, you can go to the cafe to have a cup of hot coffee and take a break. Before leaving, you may wish to buy a mud mask, which can represent Rotorua. Oh special product.New Zealand · Waiotapu
Hawkes Bay Farmers Market

Hawkes Bay Farmers Market

3.1
Waipatu · 15.7km from Napier
Marine Parade Playground

Marine Parade Playground

2.5
Napier · 699m from downtown
Napier War Memorial Centre

Napier War Memorial Centre

2.5
Napier · 918m from downtown
Waitangi Regional Park

Waitangi Regional Park

2.5
Napier · 8km from downtown
Pakowhai Regional Park (Dog Park)

Pakowhai Regional Park (Dog Park)

2.7
Hastings · 12.8km from Napier

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National Aquarium of New Zealand

National Aquarium of New Zealand

3.7
4.5/5
5 reviews
Napier · 1km from downtown
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Wine Tour and Tastings in Hawkes Bay

Wine Tour and Tastings in Hawkes Bay

5.0/5
35 reviews
Departs from Napier
Free cancellationDuration: 4 hrsEnglish
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12 days · Sydney - New Zealand - Auckland

12 days · Sydney - New Zealand - Auckland

4.6/5
12 reviews8 booked
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Celebrity Edge
4
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12 days · Sydney - Picton - Napier - Wellington - Christchurch - Dunedin - Te Anau - Milford Sound - Sydney

12 days · Sydney - Picton - Napier - Wellington - Christchurch - Dunedin - Te Anau - Milford Sound - Sydney

4.7/5
47 reviews7 booked
Explore Oceania and soak up the harbor charm and artistic flair
Royal Caribbean International
Royal Caribbean International
Anthem of the Seas
4
Depart from Sydney
From SGD 1,875
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Premium Tasting, 4-Best Wineries Napier Hawke's Bay Tour, 5.5h
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Premium Tasting, 4-Best Wineries Napier Hawke's Bay Tour, 5.5h

5.0/5
· 21 reviews
Duration: 330 mins
Free cancellation
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21 consecutive positive reviews
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Cruise ship: Napier Art Deco-Premium Wineries +Beer, Cider tour
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Cruise ship: Napier Art Deco-Premium Wineries +Beer, Cider tour

4.9/5
· 13 reviews
Duration: 4 hrs
Free cancellation
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Small group - Napier Premium Winery , Beer & Cider + 5.5h to 6h.
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Small group - Napier Premium Winery , Beer & Cider + 5.5h to 6h.

4.9/5
· 10 reviews
Duration: 330 mins
Free cancellation
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Napier: Art-Deco + Te Mata Peak + Garden Walk + Wine Tasting
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Napier: Art-Deco + Te Mata Peak + Garden Walk + Wine Tasting

4.7/5
· 35 reviews
Duration: 3.5 hrs
Free cancellation
24 consecutive positive reviews
5% off
Limited-time sale
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Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
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Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust

Duration: 150 mins
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Napier: Highlights & Tour Exploring the Best of this Region
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Napier: Highlights & Tour Exploring the Best of this Region

5.0/5
· 11 reviews
Duration: 3.5 hrs
Free cancellation
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Napier: Cape Kidnappers Gannet, Nature & Sightseeing Tour
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Napier: Cape Kidnappers Gannet, Nature & Sightseeing Tour

4.9/5
· 101 reviews
Duration: 3 hrs
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Napier Cruises

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28 days · Los Angeles - United States - Samoa - Fiji - New Zealand - Sydney

28 days · Los Angeles - United States - Samoa - Fiji - New Zealand - Sydney

4.8/5 · 20 reviews
Princess Cruises ·
Coral Princess3
Depart from Los Angeles
From SGD 4,099
15 days · Auckland - New Zealand - Australia - Sydney

15 days · Auckland - New Zealand - Australia - Sydney

Wander through the art districts, overlook the mountains and the sea, and experience the unique charm of the Windy City
4.6/5 · 6 reviews
Holland America Line ·
Westerdam3
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15 days · Auckland - New Zealand - Australia - Melbourne

15 days · Auckland - New Zealand - Australia - Melbourne

Silversea Cruises ·
Silver Moon5
Depart from Auckland
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13 days · Auckland - New Zealand - Australia - Sydney

13 days · Auckland - New Zealand - Australia - Sydney

4.1/5 · 22 reviews · 3 booked
Norwegian Cruise Line ·
Norwegian Spirit3
Depart from Auckland
From SGD 1,091
10 days · Sydney - Waitangi - Tauranga - Napier - Picton - Sydney

10 days · Sydney - Waitangi - Tauranga - Napier - Picton - Sydney

Explore Australia and New Zealand and soak up the sunny harbors and Maori culture
4.7/5 · 47 reviews
Royal Caribbean International ·
Anthem of the Seas4
Depart from Sydney
From SGD 1,318
13 days · Auckland - New Zealand - Sydney

13 days · Auckland - New Zealand - Sydney

4.6/5 · 12 reviews
Celebrity Cruises ·
Celebrity Edge4
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Cruise line offer-SGD 946
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What travellers say about Napier

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_TI***9r7 October 2026
5.0
The guide was so fun and knowledgeable, and everything went smoothly. It was all so beautiful and immersive — I felt completely drawn into the experience. The only downside was that there were no photos, but honestly, that was also one of the best parts! I was able to be fully present and really enjoy it.

Waitomo Glowworm Caves

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Anonymous user4 November 2026
5.0
Overall totally worth the money! Be ready to spend about 2 hours if you want to walk through all three tracks (Walks 1, 2, and 3)—the scenery with the colorful pools and Champagne Pool is completely surreal. Important tip for Lady Knox Geyser: You have to arrive early and make sure you are there before 10:15 AM (it only erupts once per day, so don't miss it!). Give yourself plenty of time to drive over from the main park entrance to the geyser viewing area. Highly recommend adding this to your North Island itinerary!

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What are the recommended tours and excursions in Napier?

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Premium Tasting, 4-Best Wineries Napier Hawke's Bay Tour, 5.5h, Cruise ship: Napier Art Deco-Premium Wineries +Beer, Cider tour, and Small group - Napier Premium Winery , Beer & Cider + 5.5h to 6h.. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of 4 November 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Napier is around SGD 27.64 – SGD 143.9. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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