Ruapehu District Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)

The Taranaki Falls is located in the Tongariro National Park. It is formed by the melting of glaciers on the volcano. The glacial meltwater from the upper reaches meets the cliffs, forming a huge stream of water that falls down. If you want to see the scenery of a waterfall, you need to walk about 3.5 kilometers in a single trip. This trail itself is also one of the popular trails in the national park. The round trip can be divided into different lines, one on the volcanic lava. One shuttles through the jungle and the experience varies. Wait until you reach the waterfall, not only to enjoy the glacier creeks and spectacular waterfalls, but also to change into the swimsuit to feel the temperature of the glacial meltwater on the volcano.