New Zealand · Film Location Tours

12-Hour LOTR Trollshaws & Waitomo Glowworm Tour

12 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Auckland. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the Trollshaw Forest filming area from The Hobbit
02 Explore the Mangaotaki Valley near Piopio
03 Enjoy a guided experience at Hairy Feet Farm
04 See thousands of glowworms inside Waitomo Cave
05 Take a boat ride through the glowworm cave
06 Travel from Auckland with transport included

Step into Middle-earth on a full-day journey from Auckland that combines famous filming landscapes with one of New Zealand’s most iconic natural attractions. Visit the Mangaotaki Valley area featured in The Hobbit as Trollshaw Forest and Staddle Farm, then continue to Waitomo to experience the glowworm caves by boat.

This guided 12-hour tour blends movie magic, rural scenery, and underground wonder in one memorable day. With transport, entrance fees, and a guided experience included, it’s a great choice for travellers who want to explore both a celebrated film location and the beauty of Waitomo in a single trip.

Step into Middle-earth on a full-day journey from Auckland that combines famous filming landscapes with one of New Zealand’s most iconic natural attractions.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Auckland, Waitomo Caves

Languages English, Korean

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

You will visit the 'Trollshaw forest' in the 'Hobbit Trilogy' . You will join a small group tour at the Hairy Feet Farm.

It was on the film of Hobbit, and the LOTR drama called 'the power of the Ring"

Although the area is better known for the Waitomo Caves and glow worms, the Mangaotaki Valley near Piopio also featured in The Hobbit where it became the location for Staddle Farm and Trollshaw Forest.You will see the beautiful glowworms at the cave in Waitomo. There are thousands of glowworms inside of the cave with the boat ride.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in Auckland. 2 cities · 12 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
All Fees and Taxes
Private transportation
Entrance Fees
English Tour Guide

What's Not Included

Lunch
Personal Expenses

Know before you go

Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
Not recommended for people with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for people with heart conditions
*Please be aware that each attraction requires a 3-hour, 30-minute journey. That makes the whole tour 12Hours of Experience

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