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Waitomo Adventures - Lost World 7 Hr Epic

654 Waitomo Caves Road | Waitomo Adventure Centre, Waitomo Caves 3943, New Zealand
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Owner description: Abseil 100m into this amazing cavern (like the 4hr option), but wearing a wetsuit - you're heading off to explore the Mangapu river passage.The... more » Owner description: Abseil 100m into this amazing cavern (like the 4hr option), but wearing a wetsuit - you're heading off to explore the Mangapu river passage.The freehanging descent will astound you - that's only the beginning. Spend the day walking, wading and swimming through the cavernous passages. See giant fossil oysters and whalebones; flowstone, spiders & glowworms. Do jumps, climbs and optional challenges. Includes lunch & dinner & all equipment. Min age 15yrs. No experience required. Qualmark endorsed. « less
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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

I recently did the Lost World 7 Hour Epic Tour with a group of friends; both male and female with varied personalities and fitness levels. Our guides Wayne and Telli made the trip outstanding; they were friendly, knowledgeable, funny, understanding and helpful. I personally love activities that get the adrenaline going and challenge your fears. Wayne and Telli got me... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013 via mobile

We were a little worried about the cost but decided to just go ahead and do it. In terms of cost generally of activities in NZ I would say it is good value for money. Small group, just 4 of us with two friendly and knowledgeable guides. We started with the 100m abseil down into the cave, which was awesome.... More

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Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

I booked this for my parents (who are afraid of heights and claustrophobic) and myself, and it was one of my parents favorite activities. The guides were so helpful and they explained every step of the abseil to my parents, it took all of my parents fears away. The guides made it extra fun by teasing them which gave a... More

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Calgary, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

I was a little apprehensive about the cost at first, but this adventure was totally worth it. The guides, Steve and John (I believe) were excellent, and this was by far one of the best experiences of my life. I would note that people should be in good shape to really enjoy this adventure, and don't bring glasses, mine turned... More

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Tauranga, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

I did this 7 hour adventure and its really amazing. havent had any prior experience in caving and abseiling and this was awesome first experience. saftey and guidance was excellent, Special thanks to Russ and Telli, our guides. I travelled with my friend and we got a wonderful 7 member team from different parts of world and it was ADVENTUROUS,... More

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Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

must do adventure act... really enjoyed.. I recommend 7 hour epic .. Go in groups to enjoy it maximum ...

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2013

Amazing. This turned out to be our best excursion while traveling New Zealand and Australia. It's an experience that can not be duplicated. Other from our group took a different Worm Tour...a 4 hour, it didn't come close to comparing.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013 via mobile

I did the 7 hrs Lost World Epic and it really is EPIC!! You drive to their hut, where they have all their gear, showers and restrooms put in your swimwear and then you'll get your boots, harness and the wetsuit of course. After a short security briefing you walk to the platform and get ready to start abseiling a... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2013

The 7hour Epic Tour was a physical challenge with the most amazing sites! Brad is a great guide! One starts with a 100m abseil! The Glow Worms, climbing, hiking and swimming in the interior caves for miles is an adventure in itself! One is seeing hidden water falls, rock formations made by years or centuries of water and lime or... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2013

Alan and "T", or Teri, our guides, were absolutely fantastic! While the beauty of the cave and surroundings were surreal and absolutely stunning, and the adventure itself fun and exhausting in a good way, Alan and T's enthusiasm, friendliness and confidence certainly capped off our experience. They are extremely professional in all aspects of what it takes to be guides... More

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