Huka Falls

Huka Falls

Huka Falls is located within Wairakei Tourist Park and is one of New Zealand's most popular natural attractions. The Waikato River, the country’s longest river, flows northward from Lake Taupo. At a width of 100 meters, just before reaching Huka Falls, the river plunges down a 12-meter rock shelf near Taupō along a highway in the region, unleashing a massive flow of 230 tons of water per second—creating the powerful and voluminous Huka Falls.

Due to the constriction and fault line, the river generates tremendous force that results in a jet-like, downward surge. The local Māori named this waterfall "Huka," which means "foam." The rushing waters resemble the intense burst of water from a fire hose through a nozzle. What was once a tranquil river roars loudly as it hurtles down into the 11-meter-deep turbulent pool of Huka Falls. The water erupts at nearly 220,000 liters per second. From atop the falls, one can't help but marvel at the raw power of nature.

Huka Falls

Must-visit reason: One of New Zealand’s most popular natural attractions

Continent: Oceania

Country/Region: New Zealand

Province/State: Waikato Region