Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre

In the centre of Waitomo Caves Village & 500m from the world famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves, this special interest museum explains how caves and karst (limestone landscapes)are formed, what is found in them, and the general world of speleology (the science of caves). A 17 minute multi-media show about the NZ Glowworm (Arachnocapma luminosa), in a comfortable theatre.

There is also an extensive library and cave research facilities.

Contact Details

PO Box 12, Waitomo Caves, Waitomo 3943

64 7 878 7640

info@waitomodiscovery.org

www.waitomodiscovery.org

Visitor Information

21 Waitomo Caves Road, Waitomo 3943

Daily 8.45am - 5.30pm January - February: 8.30am to 7.00pm Closed Christmas Day

Adult $5 Children, Museums Aotearoa, Waitomo Caves Museum Society Members free

Facilities

Wheelchair access

Reference library

Parking

Shop

Public programmes

Membership club

Toilets

Other Facilities

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