Knowledgeable guides give an informative commentary. Afterwards, include a visit to the awe-inspiring Aranui Cave, which boasts spectacular speleothems or cave decorations. Waitomo Big Red Drive your own 4x4 wheel bike for a gripping two hour experience and a chance to view some of New Zealand's spectacular farmland. Venture through rugged bush, over green pastures and amongst New Zealand's interesting farm animals. All guides are ATV certified and provide a variety of scenic tracks to cater to the needs and enjoyment of all.
Bikes are extremely safe and easy to operate and no experience is necessary.
Woodlyn Park Woodlyn Park, portraying a 'real Kiwi farming atmosphere', is situated 700 metres from Waitomo village. Discover and learn about various tools used in the farming trade during the late 1800s and early 1900s, enjoy the aspects of audience participation and meet a variety of talented farm animals including pigs, cows, sheep, dogs, roosters and the famous New Zealand Kiwi bear. The show is approximately one hour in duration and is extremely informative and very hilarious. Opening soon is an adjacent bar and restaurant, which will offer delicious meals and refreshments and alcoholic beverages, including popular New Zealand beer varieties. The complex portrays a characteristic 'pioneer days' setting, with old newspaper articles, photographs and antiques including an old style telephone, sewing machine, steel capper for shoes and many more, occupying the room.