The Glowworm Caves are the most famous of the Waitomo caves, having been a tourist attraction for over 130 years. Wonder through the cave and marvel at its tallest chamber, the Cathedral, before embarking on a boat ride through the glow worm grotto. On the boat ride you’ll sit in silence (glow worms don’t like noise) and be able to take in the magical creatures lighting up the cave above. Te Puia is home to the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Insitute and the world famous Pohutu geyser. Along with access to the world famous Pohutu geyser, visitors have an opportunity to see Māori ultural performances, live kiwi, boiling mud pools, native bush and the National Schools of Wood Carving and Weaving. These are the threads that form the fabric of Te Puia, fitting its role as kaitiaki (guardian) of Māori culture for future generations. The Church of the Good Shepherd’s main appeal lies in its location. It sits close to Lake Tekapo and its associated mountains, so you can sometimes get good photos. And that’s the reason people seem to visit.