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Aratiatia Rapids

Aratiatia, Taupo

What to expect

Witness the Aratiatia Rapids as dam gates release the Waikato River, transforming a quiet gorge into powerful rapids at set times.

Opening hours

Opening hours aren’t listed here: check Google Maps before you go.

Good to know

  • Picked by our research (Aratiatia Rapids (info site) and DOC)
  • Indoors: fine on a rainy day

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