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Top Things to do in New Zealand
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- 1. Kamana Lakehouse
- 2. Fable Auckland, MGallery
- 3. Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
- 4. Sudima Christchurch City
- 5. Rydges Wellington Airport
- 6. Aoraki Court Aoraki/Mt Cook Village
- 7. Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
- 8. Auto Lodge Motor Inn
- 9. Rainforest Retreat
- 10. Sojourn Apartment Hotel
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Things to do in New Zealand, New Zealand: The Best Waterfalls
New Zealand (/njuːˈziːlənd/ ( listen); Māori: Aotearoa [aɔˈtɛaɾɔa]) is an island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. The country geographically comprises two main landmasses—the North Island (Te Ika-a-Māui), and the South Island (Te Waipounamu)—and around 600 smaller islands. New Zealand is situated some 1,500 kilometres (900 mi) east of Australia across the Tasman Sea and roughly 1,000 kilometres (600 mi) south of the Pacific island areas of New Caledonia, Fiji, and Tonga. Because of its remoteness, it was one of the last lands to be settled by humans. During its long period of isolation, New Zealand developed a distinct biodiversity of animal, fungal and plant life. The country's varied topography and its sharp mountain peaks, such as the Southern Alps, owe much to the tectonic uplift of land and volcanic eruptions. New Zealand's capital city is Wellington, while its most populous city is Auckland.
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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. Wainui Falls Track
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 178 reviews
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Reviewed By ChristchurchStewarts - Christchurch, New Zealand
A lovely walk in , with a lot of shade on a sunny day, through predominantly native bush to a beautiful waterful. Great for a family pursuit as not difficult.
3. Shine Falls
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 116 reviews
Reviewed By sallytd14 - Nelson, New Zealand
The Shine Falls are about 1.5 hour drive from Napier on the road to Gisborne. We were taking our time so you could get there a bit quicker than it took us. You park at a DOC carpark and have an hours walk ahead of you. You would need a reasonable fitness level but in saying that we bumped into several families who were walking with very young (2 year olds!!) that made the entire trip themselves - albeit that they took a bit longer than the one hour. The falls are spectacular and well worth the walk. The walk starts out through a working farm and then meanders into native bush. It is quite hard going in a few places but not what I'd call "challenging". Certainly a must do if you've never been there. The falls are about 60 meters high!!!!!! Fantastico!!!!
4. Dawson Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 115 reviews
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Reviewed By john_mills_nz - Wellington, New Zealand
Very cool trees. Feels like the setting of a fantasy movie/novel. It’s well worth going down the steep steps to the base of the waterfall.
5. 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
6. Whangarei Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,250 reviews
Reviewed By suzeontheroad - Raglan, New Zealand
A short walk is rewarded with a lovely waterfall which can be further enjoyed by continuing to walk over a bridge and around a bit.
7. Rainbow Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 863 reviews
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Reviewed By MurrayP550 - Porirua, New Zealand
Fantastic run or walk from the Stone Store to Rainbow falls through Totara and Kauri Forest beside the river.
8. Kaiate Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 215 reviews
Reviewed By WendyandAlbieN - Auckland, New Zealand
The walk up and down to see the falls, although steep, was amazing. The sight and sound of the water falling is memorable. There are many native birds to look out for, along with the not-so-native colorful roosters and hens. Some of the paths and steps can be a little challenging - wear good firm footwear, and be of reasonable fitness. The view of the Mount form up there is worth it
9. Fairy Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By Jewell1995 - Southampton, United Kingdom
Basically, do this walk! The car park is extremely close to the beginning of the walk, which was very convenient. The walk itself is maybe 45-50 minutes one way trip, but you will want to stay at the base of the falls, as it is beautiful. The stairs are a little slippery, but it had just rained when we had gone. If you want to do a relatively simple walk to a beautiful waterfall, do this!
10. 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
