Aratiatia Rapids
Taupō, New Zealand
The dam gates open on a fixed daily schedule and send water rushing down the dry riverbed, which becomes a full whitewater run in minutes. Two lookouts are close to the car park. Check the release times on the signs and arrive about fifteen minutes early.
- Nearest town
- Taupō, New Zealand
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- -38.6084, 176.1219
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and November. Hot in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is Aratiatia Rapids?
Aratiatia Rapids is in Taupō, New Zealand, at GPS -38.6084, 176.1219.
Which road trips pass Aratiatia Rapids?
Aratiatia Rapids is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Rotorua, Taupō and Tongariro: a volcanic plateau road trip.
What is there to see near Aratiatia Rapids?
Places worth a stop nearby: Craters of the Moon (3 km), Huka Falls (5 km), Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park (14 km) and Mine Bay Māori Rock Carvings (25 km).
When is the best time to visit Aratiatia Rapids?
The most pleasant months are usually May–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)