Is Waitomo Glowworm Caves happening right now?
As of Jun 19, 2026, 7:54 PM, peak season now, through ~December 31. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Thousands of bioluminescent glowworms illuminate limestone cave ceilings - New Zealand's underground starry sky.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Waitomo Glowworm Cave (Main Cave) |
| Ruakuri Cave |
| + 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
This is the short version
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