Waitomo and Marokopa Coast

Waitomo is known for caves and glowworms. About 26 km west, Mangapohue Natural Bridge is a short walk. The roads run to coastal settlements like Marokopa and Awakino.

The stops

1. Start

   Ōtorohanga

2. Nature

   Waitomo Caves

   Glowworm caves

3. Landmark

   Mangapohue Natural Bridge

   Short walk

4. Beach

   Marokopa

   Remote coast

5. Finish

   Awakino

Where to stay

• Night 1

  Waitomo

  Waitomo Top 10

When to go

Year round

On the road

Some roads are narrow or unsealed.