10 Best Places to Visit in New Zealand
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Comprised of two main islands, North Island and South Island, New Zealand is an incredible destination to discover. Packed with unforgettable landscapes, breathtaking scenery, and an unparalleled combination of lakes, mountains, and lush greenery, the island nation has to be seen to be truly understood. While touring New Zealand, be sure to give equal time to its lively cities and its more stunning natural landmarks. Here’s a look at the best places to visit in New Zealand.
Tarawera waterfalls, Kawerau New Zealand
This is Toanga, respect our land if you do wish to visit here.
To get to this waterfall you have to drive to Kawerau, a smaller town in the Bay Of Plenty region of the North Island of New Zealand. South - East of Tauranga.
The road to get to the waterfall is private forestry road which require permits which you can purchase from iSite in Kawerau from there they will direct you to the right road :)
There is an optional 2 hour walk or to see the falls it is a round trip of 40mins.
Enjoy and please remember to only leave footprints.
Tarawera Waterfall and Tarawera Outlet Tracks - Bay of Plenty, New Zealand North Island - May 2020
We had wanted to do this waterfall when we first got to the Bay of Plenty, but it was all shut down during the COVID Lockdown. As soon as we dropped to level 2, we got our access permit and headed up. The hike kept you entertained the whole way up. Shimering crystal clear water, boulders and caves, underground waterfalls, rapids, rope swings. It was one of our favourites.
From the DOC Website:
Follow the track that leaves the carpark heading upstream along the Tarawera River. You will reach a bridge crossing over Tarawera River and the track continues upstream until you arrive at the falls viewing area where you can fully appreciate their splendour. Signs at the viewpoint explain the cultural and natural significance of the area.
Back-track to return to the carpark or continue along the tramping track to Tarawera Outlet (approximately another 2 hours one way).
Note: There is structural damage on the Tarawera Falls Track. The track has been re-routed to allow access to and from the falls however caution is required.
Facilities: A toilet is located at the carpark. There is a viewing area with a seat at the falls.
Access permits
Permits to the Tarawera Falls and Tarawera Outlet cost $10 per vehicle from 1 August 2018.
Permits will be issued from:
Monday to Friday, 8.30 am to 5 pm
Maori Investments Limited
Address: Waterhouse Street Extension, Kawerau
Email: info@maoriinvestments.co.nz
Website: Māori Investments Limited (external site)
Weekends and public holidays
Order online in advance: Māori Investments Limited (external site)
Or from:
Kawerau i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
Plunket Street, Kawerau 3127
Phone: +64 7 323 6300
Email: infocentre@kaweraudc.govt.nz
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TARAWERA FALLS - New Zealand
We recently went to see this amazing waterfall, it was NZD10 per vehicle and permits are purchased through the Isite Kawerau located on Plunket street.
We highly recommend this and look forward to seeing you go on your own adventures!
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The Tarawera Falls are spectacular with the water surging straight out of fissures high in a cliff face. The bluff was formed by a massive lava flow! Continuing on up the bluff to the top of the falls you find where the Tarawera River disappears underground, astonishing that such a big river does that. There’s numerous waterfalls and cascades as you walk further upstream and the blues of the water is remarkable. A couple of hours further on, I reached the Tarawera Outlet, Tarawera Lake and enjoyed a picnic lunch of lettuce wraps at the DOC camp.
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The road to the Camp is currently closed so there’s foot or boat access only. It’s a lovely camp site which I plan to return to for an overnight camp.
The track is very well benched and you access it via Kawerau. Permits from the Kawerau iSite are required as you enter through private forest land. Don’t rely on Google Maps as there’s closed roads, iSite will advise which roads are open.
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Moving Time: 3:17:53 (hiking / tramping)
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