Black Water Rafting, The Black Abyss at Waitomo Caves - Waitomo, New Zealand

If you seek an adventure tour that plays with your senses and provides an unforgettable thrill ? then this tour is for you!

Designed for people with a moderate level of fitness, the five hour invigorating journey includes a snack and a minimum of two hours exhilarating underground adventure.

Abseil (Rappel) into the awesome limestone tomb to experience the adrenaline rush as you clamber and slide through squeezes, zip into the black water filled abyss and scramble up waterfalls in your pursuit of daylight.

Groups are kept small to guarantee a personal, interactive and fun experience and your professional guides will happily share their knowledge on all aspects concerning cave formations and cave life.

Inside the cave naturally occurring decorations such as stalactites and stalagmites will amaze while the resident glowworms promise to provide a spectacular visual exhibition as you traverse through the subterraneous playground.

Customer Safety is the main priority! Prior to descent you will be sufficiently trained in abseiling (rappelling) techniques and all equipment will be supplied including tubes, wetsuits, boots, helmets, abseiling devices and safety equipment. To join this tour you must bring your own swimwear, a towel, be 16 years of age or over, weigh at least 45 kilograms and have an average fitness level.

Enjoy a complimentary hot shower and a cafe snack at Black Water HQ before visiting the internationally acclaimed Waitomo Cave Museum using the free ticket provided with your Black Abyss tour.