点评:Facing a last minute tour cancellation by another tour operator, we sought out an alternate Waitomo Glowworm Caves tour. Expedigo Tours and Transfers were prompt in replying to our message and answering all of our questions about what the tour covered, the costs, and availability. We were met the next morning by Matt who did an excellent job as our guide throughout the day providing info on the area and making a couple of special stops along the way - no spoilers here!
Our Waitomo Glowworm Caves tour took place at Spellbound - a charming private farm with acres of rolling green hills and photographic farm animals in addition to some of the most exceptional glowworm caves.
Ross took over as our cave guide and his knowledge of the glowworm caves, their formation, the topography of the region, and the importance of the caves existence was impressive.
The tour first includes a walk above ground to see how the underground caves impact the land above, then you explore an active glowworm cave on foot to see glowworms up close.
Next you board a boat for a long ride through the caverns - first time through you can take all the photos and videos you want (Ross helped everyone set up their cameras/phones to the best settings!) and the second time through (yes, you get TWO rides!) all devices are put away and you are left to nothing but your eyes and ears to experience the true magic of the experience - the glow of the lights, the sound of rushing water, the soft drops of water that periodically surprise you, and the slight breeze that pushes you through the caves. A truly magical experience!
After a quick tea break, you will learn about local animals that lived in the area and then set off to explore another cave system.
Spellbound gives you multiple ways to experience the glowworms, the caves, and the area and the small group size is perfect so you are never crowded or rushed. Expedigo did not disappoint in booking us on a tour that we will never forget!
翻译:由于另一家旅行社在最后一刻取消了行程,我们另寻了怀托摩萤火虫洞之旅。Expedigo Tours and Transfers 迅速回复了我们的信息,解答了我们关于行程内容、费用和空位的所有问题。第二天早上,Matt 接见了我们,他全天都担任我们的导游,服务非常出色,为我们介绍了该地区的信息,并在途中安排了几次特别的停留——这里就不剧透了!
我们的怀托摩萤火虫洞之旅在 Spellbound 进行——这是一个迷人的私人农场,拥有连绵起伏的绿色山丘、适合摄影的农场动物以及一些最独特的萤火虫洞。
Ross 担任我们的洞穴导游,他对萤火虫洞的了解、它们的形成、该地区的地形以及洞穴存在的重要性令人印象深刻。
行程首先包括地面步行,了解地下洞穴对地面的影响,然后徒步探索一个活跃的萤火虫洞,近距离观察萤火虫。
接下来,您将登上一艘船,在洞穴中穿梭——第一次穿越时,您可以尽情拍摄照片和视频(Ross 会帮助每个人将相机/手机调到最佳设置!);第二次穿越时(是的,您将可以乘坐两次!),所有电子设备都将收起,您只需用眼睛和耳朵去感受这趟旅程的真正魔力——灯光的闪烁、湍急的水流声、不时给您带来惊喜的轻柔水滴,以及轻柔的微风吹拂着您穿过洞穴。这真是一次神奇的体验!
短暂的茶歇后,您将了解生活在该地区的当地动物,然后出发探索另一个洞穴系统。
Spellbound 为您提供多种体验萤火虫、洞穴和周边环境的方式,小规模的团队规模非常合适,因此您不会感到拥挤或匆忙。Expedigo 没有让我们失望,为我们预订了一次永生难忘的旅行!