a great walk rewarded by the amazing natural underground caves and rock formations, a great way to spend an afternoon get some exercise and fresh air and visit one of Whangarei's many hidden secrets

Yes caves and glow worms in NZ for free. We only went in the middle cave. It was beautiful at the entrance, looking like fairies should live there. As we went further in we got to clamber around, under and over rocks to get to...More

The trail leading to he abbey caves is really nice. There are three caves. We did them all, but not all to the end as it got really narrow. There are a few glowing worms you can see. These caves include a lot of climbing...More

The caves are amazing... and the rock formations outside and above the middle cave are well work a look and walk around - kids loved this area. The third cave has two exits one through quite deep water - ( i swam). An the other...More

The caves are amazing. Just remember old shoes as they will get wet and muddy. It is possible to go through some of the caves. There are glow worms so remember to turn of your head lamb and enjoy.

Good alternative for Waitomo Caves if you on a budget, adventurous and fit enough. This is a complex of three undeveloped caves located few km from Whangarei. The entrance is free of charge. Parking options are limited to the side of the road. But there...More

Not a tough caving experience but just hard enough that it isn't as rushed and packed as Waitomo for example. Perfect on a weekday when it was just us. Wear a good pair of boots to get into the tougher places in the cave that...More

These caves are not 'marshelled/controlled' in any way - so you are on your own!' - no lights and all the other tourist paraphernalia! A rare chance to be a 'real' 'explorer' . That means you are entirely responsible for your actions!. That said, that...More

Lots of fun. Make sure you have a good light and sturdy footwear, or just take it off. You will get wet, maybe even waist deep. Also keep an eye out for the eels, very cool but can be scary when you're waist deep in...More

This is an unusual opportunity to go into caves on your own. Can be a bit risky if you slip on the rocks at the entrance but once you are past the entrance it's much easier going. Must have some sort of light (head light...More