New Zealand Speleological Society is a national organisation for recreational cavers in New Zealand.

It was formed in 1949 by Henry Lambert and had approximately 300 members in 2010.^[1]

Mission

Their stated mission is:^[2]

• To be the national speleological body
• To conserve caves and karst
• To represent the interests of its members

By:

• The collection and appropriate dissemination of information on caves, karst and caving
• Advocating conservation and awareness to cave owners and managers
• Negotiating access to caves for members
• The promotion of safe cave use
• Operating a national cave search and rescue system
• Encouraging cave users to join NZSS
• Monitoring the effects of cave use

Through:

• Education and training
• Development and assessment of techniques and equipment
• Liaison with other groups and agencies
• Exploration and study of caves

The society also maintains the library at the Waitomo Caves Museum.^[3]