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Waitomo Caves Museum and Discovery Centre Welcome to the Waitomo Caves Museum and Discovery Centre! Museum, Tour bookings, information, public bathrooms, gifts, we have it all!

Home to the Waitomo Museum of Caves, the New Zealand Speleological Museum and the Waitomo information hub.

Need a document printed, laminated, copied, or scanned? We can help!Our counter services include: Printing Photocopyin...
20/10/2026

Need a document printed, laminated, copied, or scanned? We can help!

Our counter services include:
 Printing
 Photocopying
 Laminating
 Scanning
 Basic document services

Located in Waitomo Village, our counter services are available to locals, visitors, businesses, and community groups.

Pop in and see our friendly team!

Looking for a unique souvenir? Check out our range of locally designed stickers in our retail store Created by Local Cha...
13/10/2026

Looking for a unique souvenir?
Check out our range of locally designed stickers in our retail store
Created by Local Charm, the collection celebrates some of the things that make Waitomo special!

Perfect for your laptop, water bottle, stamp collection, or travel journal, these stickers let you take a little bit of Waitomo with you wherever you go.

Proudly designed locally and available now at the
Waitomo Caves Museum & Discovery Centre

Holiday Programme - FossilsJoin us today 9th Oct at Waitomo Caves & Discovery Centre for a fun hands on session7-8yr 11a...
08/10/2026

Holiday Programme - Fossils

Join us today 9th Oct at Waitomo Caves & Discovery Centre for a fun hands on session

7-8yr 11am
9yr + 1pm

Holiday Programme - Caves & FormationsJoin us today 8th Oct at Waitomo Caves & Discovery Centre for a fun hands on sessi...
07/10/2026

Holiday Programme - Caves & Formations

Join us today 8th Oct at Waitomo Caves & Discovery Centre for a fun hands on session

7-8yr 11am
9yr + 1pm

Office space available at Waitomo Caves MuseumLooking for a professional space to work, meet with clients, or run your b...
06/10/2026

Office space available at Waitomo Caves Museum

Looking for a professional space to work, meet with clients, or run your business from?

Our upstairs office is now available for long-term lease or flexible day hire.

Perfect for freelancers or remote workers that can run their business from anywhere!

If you need regular office space or just one day we’d love to hear from you!

[email protected]
07 878 8640

🦇 Holiday Programme at Waitomo Caves Museum! 🌿✨School holidays are the perfect time to explore, discover and learn! 🔎Joi...
05/10/2026

🦇 Holiday Programme at Waitomo Caves Museum! 🌿✨

School holidays are the perfect time to explore, discover and learn! 🔎

Join us at the Waitomo Caves Museum & Discovery Centre for three fascinating sessions:

📅 7 October – Glow Worms & Other Cave Critters
Discover the amazing creatures that call our caves home.

📅 8 October – Caves & Formations
Find out how caves are formed and explore the incredible features found underground.

📅 9 October – Fossils 🦴
Take a closer look at fossils and discover the ancient life that once lived here.

👧 7–8 year olds: 11am
🧒 9 years & older: 1pm

Perfect for curious kids who love science, nature, caves 🪨🔬

📍 Waitomo Caves Museum & Discovery Centre
🌐 www.waitomocavesmuseum.nz/education

Planning your Waitomo adventure? We’ve got your back!We are not only the Museum and Discovery Centre, but also your loca...
29/09/2026

Planning your Waitomo adventure? We’ve got your back!
We are not only the Museum and Discovery Centre, but also your local information hub. Whether planning a day or an entire holiday, our friendly team is here to help.

We can:
• Book your cave tour/s
• Book adventure activities
• Book or information on transport to and from your destination
• Book or help you find accommodation
• Provide a local map and directions
• Recommend attractions, walks, cafes and hidden gems

With 14 different cave tour operators in the Waitomo region, there’s a perfect tour for every visitor. From the family-friendly, world-famous glowworm caves to black water rafting, abseiling and ziplining, choose the length of tour and level of adventure that’s right for you. Slots go quickly, talk to our expert staff to book your experience today!

Local knowledge and friendly service – everything you need to explore Waitomo with confidence.
Call 07 878 7640 ahead to book your tickets in advance!

Calling on locals, cavers, geology enthusiasts or people looking for an affordable day out - the Waitomo Museum has $7 e...
23/09/2026

Calling on locals, cavers, geology enthusiasts or people looking for an affordable day out - the Waitomo Museum has $7 entry for seniors 65+!

Learn something completely new, reminisce or share your stories of Waitomo with us.

In fact, why not make a day of it? Visit the Museum, explore the village or our native bushwalks, enjoy a coffee, perhaps bring the grandchildren to enjoy the playground right across the road!

History, heritage and discovery; all for just $7 for seniors

Address

21 Waitomo Village Road, Waitomo
Waitomo Caves
3943

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 10am - 1:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 3:30pm
Thursday 10am - 3:30pm
Friday 10am - 3:30pm
Saturday 10am - 3:30pm
Sunday 10am - 3:30pm

Telephone

+6478787640

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