I visited the Waitomo Glowworm Caves the day before I visited the Kawiti Caves. Judging from both, Kawiti Caves were definitely my favorite out of the two! There aren't any crowds so you have a better experience in that aspect. These caves are also family owned so they're well preserved and taken care of. The family is incredibly nice, knowledgeable, and welcoming. Kawiti definitely had more glow worms than Waitomo and I LOVED their "galaxy" of of glow worms. It was a beautiful sight. I would love to come back again if I find myself in the area. Photos are not allowed because the glow worms don't give off their "glow" if the flash goes off. read more

Kawiti Cave - Walking Tours Near Me - Waiomio, NTL

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An absolute MUST stop on your way to or from Northland! A very informative and cultural guided tour through the cave with a easy and beautiful bush walk at the end. The land in this area has been passed down by generations for around 400 years and the current owners take immense pride in sharing it with tourists. If you haven't seen NZ glow worms you really do need to take a short side trip and take the tour. Located only a kilometre from the main highway and there is plenty of parking. Locals we met in the Bay of Islands had even said it is way better than the widely known Waitomo caves! Even the toilets were impressive as they were in A+ clean condition. read more

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Great tour! They really show the glow worms in a lot of interesting ways. I didn't feel ripped off at all which is typical for tours like this. I'd say you get more than you pay for. read more

our guide Pai was part of the family that owns this land, essential historian and full of interestng factoids, she was great!! definitely a good way to help the local economy and learn about glow worms and see some pretty country! read more