Aranui Limestone Cave Waitomo Caves Waikato New Zealand
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The Aranui Limestone Cave is one of the most fascinating caves to explore while visiting the Waitomo Caves in Waikato on the North Island of New Zealand.

Inside the Aranui Limestone Cave at the Waitomo Caves in Waikato, New Zealand, visitors can explore the stalactites and stalagmites adorning the interior of the cave. Stalactites resemble that of icicles which hang off the ceilings and are formed from mineral deposits.

There are many limestone formations throughout the Aranui Cave and to enter this unique world one must pass through the natural entrance but not before passing by the cave wetas near the opening. This cave is a dry one and the local people of Waitomo consider this cave to be one of magic filled with Maori myths and legends.

The Aranui Limestone Cave is one of many to explore at the Waitomo Caves in Waikato, New Zealand with each one having its own unique layout. Inside the Aranui Cave people will see amazing limestone and coral formations, stalactites and stalagmites with the Cathedral being 20 meters high.

The Waitomo Caves are an extremely popular tourist attraction when visiting Waikato on the North Island of New Zealand.

Aranui Limestone Cave at Waitomo Caves, Waikato, North Island, New Zealand.