Trip Planner:   South Pacific  /  New Zealand  /  North Island  /  Waikato Region  /  Taupo District  /  Taupo  /  Huka Falls Walkway

Huka Falls Walkway, Taupo

4.7
#1 of 1,805 in Outdoors in New Zealand
Must see · Waterfall · Hiking Trail
Hike or bike the trails around Huka Falls Walkway, draining the country's largest lake by surface area and appealing to both amateur photographers and adventure seekers. Just upstream from the mighty falls, the Waikato River enters a rugged canyon and narrows abruptly from 100 m (328 ft) down to just 15 m (49 ft) across. The sudden constriction of the river's flow creates massive pressure that helps make Waikato's dramatic 10 m (33 ft) splash into a freshwater pool all the more spectacular. Walk a footbridge to admire the force of the falls, which the native tribes called "Hukanui," the Great Body of Spray. To get even closer to the roaring waters, try jet boating on the river. Plan to visit Huka Falls Walkway during your Taupo vacation using our convenient Taupo road trip planning site.
Improve this listing »
Create an itinerary including Huka Falls Walkway
© OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap contributors

Tours to Huka Falls Walkway

FROM $79 BOOK WITH VIATOR Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride from Taupo
5.0
Duration: 30 minutes
Tours from $79 »
FROM $176 BOOK WITH VIATOR Taupo Adventure Combo: Jet Boat Ride and Whitewater Rafting
4.9
Duration: 7 hours
Tours from $176 »

Huka Falls Walkway reviews

Rate this attraction
TripAdvisor traveler rating
TripAdvisor traveler rating 4.5
6,273 reviews
Google
4.7
TripAdvisor
  • By kiwitravellerNZ1
    Very good walkways for young families and elderly alike. Very good vantage points along the walk. Different tracks available depending on how much time you have.  more »
  • By cgV5279ZC
    Quite a sight to see in the natural world. Thoroughly enjoyed by both of us being so different from our own country. Definitely the type of thing to see if you like nature being so powerful. People...  more »
  • By 412SUSAN
    Good parking. Good photo areas.Good to have cafe handy. Easy walkways to see the water. Sign posts to all bike and walk ways to take.  more »
See more on TripAdvisor »
Google
  • By Chris Allen
    NOTE: This point is the START of a walkway up to Huka Falls - there is a car park right up by the falls, if you prefer. However, I'd full recommend the walk. It's easy going, with some fantastic views across the river. Also takes you passed the hot pools.
  • By Sam Ukulele
    Beautiful trail suitable for all ages Along the riverside, nice and greenly path, while most part covered by trees The entire journey will take approximately 2 hours round trip Toilets facilities (with small fee) available next to the Falls Highly recommended
  • By adrien bigot
    Delightful and easy walk, even with a toddler on my back, approx 1h including photo stops, stunning views of the river, to arrive to the much impressive huka Falls. A must do
  • By Anastasiia Zaitceva
    The river is beautiful with magical colour. Huka falls .....expected more. Not really falls, just very fast stream. Worths to walk 1,5 hours along the river.
  • By Jacob Dong
    Cool place, lots of tourists though
See more on Google »

Plan your trip to Taupo

  • Get a personalized trip
    A complete day by day itinerary
    based on your preferences
  • Customize it
    Refine your trip. We'll find the
    best routes and schedules
  • Book it
    Choose from the best hotels
    and activities. Up to 50% off
  • Manage it
    Everything in one place.
    Everyone on the same page.

Popular things to do in Taupo

See all ›
©
Adrenaline / Extreme Tour
Adrenaline & Extreme Tours
4.9
Duration: 3 hours
©
Boat Tour
Boat Tours & Water Sports
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
Maori Rock Carvings ©
Landmark
Maori Rock Carvings
4.2
Duration: 2 hours
Huka Prawn Park ©
Theme Park
Huka Prawn Park
3.4
Duration: 2 hours

Side trips from Taupo

Tongariro Alpine Crossing ©
Hiking Trail
Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Tongariro National Park
4.7
Duration: 8 hours
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland ©
Hot Spring
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Rotorua
4.5
Duration: 2 hours
©
Zipline
Zipline
Rotorua
4.7
Duration: 3 hours
Horsemtrails ©
Hiking Trail
Horsemtrails
Tongariro National Park
5.0
Duration: 8 hours

Hidden gems in Taupo

Aratiatia Rapids ©
Landmark
Aratiatia Rapids
4.6
Duration: 2 hours
©
Kayaking / Canoeing
Kayaking & Canoeing
4.8
Duration: 4 hours
©
Fishing Charter / Tour
Fishing Charters & Tours
4.9
Duration: 2 hours
Lake Taupo ©
Water Body
Lake Taupo
4.7
Duration: 2 hours

Kid-friendly things to do in Taupo

Huka Honey Hive ©
Gift & Specialty Shop
Huka Honey Hive
4.1
Duration: 30 minutes
Kinloch Beach ©
Beach
Kinloch Beach
4.6
Duration: 2 hours
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort ©
Water Park
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
3.8
Duration: 2h 30 min
Buy tickets from $17 »
Lilliput Farm Fun And Animal Park ©
Zoo
Lilliput Farm Fun And Animal Park
3.9
Duration: 2 hours

Outdoors in Taupo

See all ›
Taupo Rod & Tackle ©
Outdoor Activity
Taupo Rod & Tackle
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
White Striker Charters
Outdoor Activity
White Striker Charters
4.2
Duration: 2 hours
M V Waimarie
Outdoor Activity
M V Waimarie
4.0
Duration: 4 hours
Mount Tauhara
Outdoor Activity
Mount Tauhara
4.1
Duration: 2 hours

Nearby attractions in Taupo

Hukafalls Jet ©
Water Sport
Hukafalls Jet
4.7
Duration: 30 minutes
Taupo Tandem Skydiving ©
Adrenaline / Extreme Tour
Taupo Tandem Skydiving
4.9
Duration: 2h 30 min
Rapids Jet ©
Boat Tour
Rapids Jet
4.8
Duration: 1h 30 min
Skydive Taupo ©
Adrenaline / Extreme Tour
Skydive Taupo
4.9
Duration: 4 hours

Featured attractions

Taupo Wake Park ©
Waterskiing / Jetskiiing
Taupo Wake Park
5.0
Duration: 2h 30 min
Lava Glass ©
Garden
Lava Glass
3.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
Taupo Market ©
Farmers Market
Taupo Market
4.4
Duration: 1h 30 min
Huka Falls Walkway
Waterfall
Huka Falls Walkway
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min

Don't Miss a Thing. See & Do More.

Trips to Huka Falls Walkway by other users

14 days in New Zealand BY A USER FROM UNITED KINGDOM Auckland · Taupo · Rotorua 60 days in New Zealand BY A USER FROM SWITZERLAND Paihia · Auckland · Waitomo Caves 17 days in New Zealand BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES Queenstown · Te Anau · Wellington 28 days in New Zealand & Hamilton BY A USER FROM NEW ZEALAND Auckland · Hamilton · Rotorua 26 days in New Zealand BY A USER FROM NEW ZEALAND Gisborne · Wellington · Masterton 60 days in Australia & New Zealand BY A USER FROM PAKISTAN Port Douglas · Jabiru (Kakadu National Park) · Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park 6 days in Napier BY A USER FROM NEW ZEALAND Wrybill Birding Tours, NZ - Day Tours · Marine Parade · Pania of the Reef Statue 7 days in Napier BY A USER FROM NEW ZEALAND Waiapu Anglican Cathedral, Napier, New Zealand · Daily Telegraph Building · Bluff Hill Lookout 3 days in Rotorua BY A USER FROM NEW ZEALAND Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland · Huka Falls Walkway · Spa Thermal Park and Riverbank Recreational and Scenic Reserve 57 days in Australia & New Zealand BY A USER FROM AUSTRALIA Sydney · Lord Howe Island · Fraser Island 57 days in Australia & New Zealand BY A USER FROM AUSTRALIA Fraser Island · Port Douglas · Cairns 57 days in New Zealand & Australia BY A USER FROM AUSTRALIA Te Anau · Dunedin · Christchurch