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Lost World Half Day Adventure

Abseil 100m into the surreal Lost World. Descend slowly, suspended in the massive void. Mist-filtered light gives unreal qualities to the strange plants and formations.
Then embark on an underworld trek and climb back through the majestic dry passages of the Mangapu cave system.

 

Overview

The abseil (rappel) descent takes around 20 minutes of the total 4 hours required.
Abseil slowly alongside your instructor who although on a separate rope provides information, reassurance ...and a backup safety tether.

Imagine free-hanging in this massive void…bouncing a bit & turning because of the sheer length of the rope. Look around into upper levels of the cave and giant spagatites (look like giant green hands growing out of the walls). Weird plants struggle to cling to the sheer walls and all the while the roar of the Mangapu river echoes up from caverns far below.

It feels like you’re descending into the bowels of some gigantic prehistoric beast…a sensory feast.
One guide looks after up to 4 people - who all make their unforgettable descent together down through the surreal mists and eventually landing in the base of this massive cavern.
Minimum age for this trip is 10 years old. All children must be accompanied an adult aged 18 years or older who is known to the child.
$575.00 NZD
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360 Degree View Lost World

Highlights

Arguably, the most spectacular abseil for initiates in the world.

Spectacular

Great For First Time Abseilers

Great For First Time Abseilers

Arguably, the most spectacular abseil for initiates in the world – nothing in NZ comes close. The pre-historic oligocene setting is spectacular; unbelievable; mind-blowing.

You’re suspended like a very small thing on a very long string but with the confidence and reassurance of your guide alongside the whole time providing additional and immediate backup.

The on-rope descent takes about 20 minutes. With the underground river roaring up from far below, It’s like descending into the bowels of some prehistoric beast.

In The Caverns

Things To See

Things To See

The above ground location is a beautiful landscape of farmland with native forest planted by us over many years to help look after the climate and also the caves underneath.

Once down in the cave, catch your breath, because this is actually just the beginning - there’s a lot more to do and see aa you explore the massive vaults - See excellent glowworms and gigantic flowstone formations.

Gradually climb back to the surface through massive craggy caverns ledges and ladders including the legendary 30m “stairway to heaven”.

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Stacks of Free Insta-worthy Photos FREE!

Stacks of Free Insta-worthy Photos FREE!

Although not pro photographers, our guides are pretty handy with a camera – which is good because caves can be tricky places to photograph.

As personal phones and cameras & Go-pros are not permitted for safety, we make sure to take plenty of snaps of you on your adventure.

Unlike some other companies, photos are provided Free of Charge ie you won't be asked for annoying additional photo charges in addition to the advertised trip price.

A Journey Together

Highly Qualified & Experienced Guides

Highly Qualified & Experienced Guides

Guides inform, assist and ensure safety throughout – they are among the best qualified in New Zealand.

Equally important, in our view, is that our guides are here for you - because they love sharing in your quest for fun, thrill and adventure.

Don't let their down-to-earth, fun loving nature fool you though, they take your safety very seriously.

 

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Waitomo, NZ

Central North Island Location

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  • What Do I Need to Bring
    Loose fitting, comfortable adventure clothing (not Jeans) and long thick socks suitable for bush walking. We provide all other equipment including helmets, lights, any vertical gear, overalls and PVC boots. We have changing facilities available so you can arrive in your street clothes and get changed onsite.
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