Location: Waikato Region
Top Things to do in Waikato Region
10 Waterfalls in Waikato Region That You Shouldn't Miss
Waikato (/ˈwaɪkɑːtɔː/ or /ˈwaɪkætoʊ/) is a local government region of the upper North Island of New Zealand. It covers the Waikato, Hauraki, Coromandel Peninsula, the northern King Country, much of the Taupo District, and parts of Rotorua District. It is governed by the Waikato Regional Council.
Restaurants in Waikato Region
1. Wairere Falls
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 204 reviews
Reviewed By peter_coulson - Tauranga, New Zealand
I gift there at 09.30 on a Friday morning and the car park was already filling up. The track is quite challenging due to the boulders and tree roots. There’s lots of places to take photos, and the view of the waterfall itself is spectacular. It took me 40 mins to walk there, and 45 to get back. Well worth the visit.
2. Huka Falls tracks
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,294 reviews
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Reviewed By SteveBaldwin-NZ - Hamilton, New Zealand
Really amazing sights and walk, very relaxing walking along the tracks, great facilities and car park too which makes the visit easy. Never get tired of visiting here
3. Marakopa Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 513 reviews
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Reviewed By PippinStubbs - Waitomo Caves, New Zealand
Absolutely beautiful! fun track downhill to the waterfall and viewing platform in the winter months or after heavy rainfall you definitely can get hit by the mist, even in summer with a small breeze you can feel the waterfall coming down. If you are driving here make sure you have petrol as there isn't any place to fuel up and no reception. I also highly recommend visiting the Mangapohue Natural Bridge as its about 40 mins from Waitomo but well worth the trip
4. Bridal Veil Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 707 reviews
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Reviewed By chick-pea-222 - Rotorua, New Zealand
Cool waterfall, which is easily viewable from several view points. The falls are really impressive from the first look out as the waterfall first emerges and is only a 10-min walk from the car park. It’s worth going down to the bottom if you can manage the steps (261 total).
5. Owharoa Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By joyous-traveler2015 - Sandy, United States
On our way to Tauranga, we saw a sign stating that there was a waterfall. Watch for the green sign on the side of the road to see this beautiful waterfall. It’s a quick easy walk down a well worn path. Park along the side of the road.
6. Waipunga Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By nicholaswillmott - Chicago, United States
Driving from Taupo to Napier, we saw a sign for a scenic outlook and I needed a break, so we pulled in, drove up the gravel road around a corner and found this gem. Totally unexpected, these are gorgeous falls. The only downside is that no one seems to maintain the area and there was a lot of trash.
7. Waitanguru Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By 44pietern - Hinwil, Switzerland
only a short walk from the road, you will find yourself in a mistycal and magical forrest with an amazing view of the fall. Birds are all arround you, and they follow you! We liked it a lot, especially, as it got very warm with the sun, we were in the shady forrest to stay cool under the trees and still there was enough light to see the fall
8. Huka Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 292 reviews
Reviewed By primohikino - Honolulu, United States
Huka Falls is located close to Lake Taupo, New Zealand. Its about a 3 and a half hour drive from Auckland, heading south. The drive there itself is something else!! Beautiful scenic route, with mountain, farm and forest views. You will enjoy it. Keep in mind, New Zealand drives on the left side of the road!! Entrance to the falls is free, Nice hiking routes and also route for off road bicycles. The falls itself is stunning and the amazing breathtaking views around the area. Public restrooms available. Must see!! You can actually enjoy Lake Taupo as well in this area, so yeah, well worth the trip.
9. Pauanui Waterfall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By 175HeatherB175 - Auckland Central, New Zealand
2km from the Waterways roundabout in Pauanui on the Hikuai Road. Easy 10min walk each way. Swimming hole is deep and rocks can be slippery, so for those confident in water. Can jump from the rocks. Pretty spot!
10. Omaru Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By FiMuir - Hamilton, New Zealand
Truly in the middle of nowhere these falls were worth the walk through the bush. Even a wobbly little swing bridge! Loved that I was the only one there and looked like no one else had been in quite some time.
