Animal Encounter Matamata

Experience three of New Zealand’s most iconic attractions in one unforgettable day.
Begin your journey at the world-famous Hobbiton Movie Set, where you’ll stroll past charming hobbit holes, the Green Dragon Inn, and the Party Tree as your guide shares behind-the-scenes stories from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies.
Continue to the mystical Waitomo Glowworm Caves, gliding by boat through an underground wonderland illuminated by thousands of twinkling glowworms — a true natural marvel.
Finally, visit the Otorohanga Kiwi House, dedicated to the conservation of New Zealand’s native birds and reptiles. Here, you’ll have the rare opportunity to see the iconic kiwi up close and learn about the country’s unique wildlife.
With comfortable transport, small-group guiding, and entry to all attractions included, this tour perfectly blends fantasy, nature, and culture — an essential New Zealand experience.