Waterfall

Tarawera Falls

RGPC+M5 Mount Tarawera, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Tarawera Falls
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About This Waterfall

Topo maps indicate a drop of 65 meters. The river drops over (and through) a wall of fractured volcanic rock. Some water makes a sheer 65 meter plunge, while the greater part of the flow emerges partway down the cliff face.

Waterfall Details

Waterfall Form

Plunge

Total Height

213ft

Tallest Drop

213ft

Feeder Stream:Tarawera River
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Getting There

Address

RGPC+M5 Mount Tarawera, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

GPS Coordinates

-38.163300, 176.520500

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Quick Facts

TypeWaterfall
FormPlunge
StatusConfirmed

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Tips

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Best photos during golden hour or after rain.

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A hike may be required to reach the falls.

Safety Info

Stay on marked trails. Rocks near waterfalls are extremely slippery.

Never swim at the top of a waterfall. Strong currents can be deceptive.

Respect the environment. Pack out everything you bring in.