Huka Falls Taupo New Zealand and downstream Aratiatia Dam release

It’s caused by the Waikato River, normally 100m wide, being forced to narrow to just 15m wide as it passes through a hard volcanic canyon. This increases the flow pressure immensely, causing the water to burst out with great force as the gorge ends.
You can take a jet boat trip or river cruise up to the crystal-blue pool at the base of the falls until you can feel the spray on your face.
Pack a picnic and spend half a day exploring the walking and biking trails in the area on foot or by mountain bike, from five minutes to two hours in length.
Huka Falls is five minutes’ drive by car or bus from Taupo town centre, along a beautiful forest-clad road that passes the world-famous luxury resort, Huka Lodge. If you’re feeling energetic, you can walk back to town after your visit along the Huka Falls to Spa Thermal Park track.
Aratiatia Rapids is one of the most popular natural attractions in New Zealand’s North Island - a must see on your visit to Taupo. Watch thousands of litres of water rush from the dam gates to transform the peaceful gully into raging rapids.
Aratiatia Dam and Aratiatia Rapids are located on the Waikato River, downstream of Lake Taupo, about 16km from Taupo town centre. The dam opens three times a day in winter and four times a day in summer. The whole family will love watching the water gush from the dam and fill the rapids below.
Swimming is not permitted at the Aratiatia Rapids. It is extremely dangerous, sadly death and injuries have occurred in the past. The dam can potentially open at anytime.
Before every opening of the dam warning sirens can be heard. Listen out for these warnings and ensure only viewing from a safe viewing point.

[@OSMOneStepMore]

Wow!! How absolutely stunning!!! These are amazing views towards the waterfall. I especially enjoy it because I love these kinds of landscapes. A nice walk, especially crossing the bridge over the turbulent river. What an amazing upload.🏆👏

[@shotbychristo]

Thank you very much! I'm glad you enjoyed it. 😊

[@TheBirdandWilderShow]

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[@shotbychristo]

Thanks 😆

[@kannikapatiew9191]

Nice waterfalls. Wonderful captured. Thanks for sharing experience❤

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I'm glad you enjoyed it

[@arcodrone10]

Impressive this waterfall 👌 a magnificent spot for a video 👍👏🤩 thank you for sharing 👍115

[@shotbychristo]

Yes, it is. It's just sad that we can't fly a drone there.

[@ScotlandFarAndNear]

Wow! Great waterfall! 😍😍 Amazing shots and lovely editing!

[@shotbychristo]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@Krzysztofer]

Amazing shots!:) Huka Falls and Aratiatia Dam are incredible places

[@shotbychristo]

It really is!

[@ArikCool]

I had to comment again, the camera quality, soft timely edited video and calm natures background noise is flawlessly captured. Not sure why you don't have like million of sub?

[@FlyingWithLiyora]

Amazing shots and wonderful view of the waterfall. The colour of the water looks so nice and blue 😊 great sharing my friend!

[@shotbychristo]

Thanks again. That water was tempting, but swimming is impossible.

[@happinessloveyoursmile]

Super amazing and fantastic.. Wonderful waterfall and river flowing.. So amazing atmosphere.. Just outstanding performance.. Happy new year🎉 💦💦💦🌿✨🌸🎂

[@shotbychristo]

Many thanks and happy new year to you too.

[@libmananchannel]

Hello “Shot by Christo”! Thank you for showing us such a wonderful video! I feel so happy! I look forward to your next work! Have a nice day!

[@shotbychristo]

Greetings from New Zealand. Thank you so much for visiting my channel.

[@shotbychristo]

Thank you so much for visiting my channel and giving feedback 😊

[@FromAboveStudio]

Nice video in such a beautiful scenery. Well done!

[@shotbychristo]

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Thank you for sharing this beautiful video.

[@shotbychristo]

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[@baykus57]

Like 🎉🎉🔔🔔

[@shotbychristo]

Thank you 😊

[@Florian-Art]

That waterfall is something else and the water color - mesmerizing.

[@shotbychristo]

Thanks 😊

[@shotbychristo]

It is an amazing place. Water was tempting on that warm day. 😀

[@shotbychristo]

It is an amazing place. Water was tempting on that warm day. 😀

[@1HarryH]

Nice flight, great waterfall. Thank you for sharing my dear friend 👏

[@shotbychristo]

Thanks for visiting my channel 😀

[@petr-podrouzek]

Amazing 🙂

[@shotbychristo]

Thanks 😄 the place is beautiful.

[@ArikCool]

Great Videos As Usual!! 🔥🔥

[@shotbychristo]

I'm glad you like them! Thank you so much for visiting my channel.

[@hdi4eva-castlesbydrone531]

Wonderful views of these amazing waterfalls and very nice video, Christo.🤘👌 Cool shot of the dam release.👍

[@shotbychristo]

It is an amazing place. Water was tempting on that warm day. 😀

[@discover-montenegro]

What a falls, stunning, so much flow, the dam release was cool too see too in action, well done ❤❤❤

[@shotbychristo]

Thank you so much. I'm glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@TakisTravel]

Wonderful video. 👍 Friendly greetings.

[@shotbychristo]

Many thanks 😊

[@gordonharper2961]

Huka falls looks amazing

[@shotbychristo]

The water is beautiful

[@EQCTV312]

Beautiful ❤

[@shotbychristo]

Thank you! 😊

[@StoppedForaWhile]

Simply stunning!!!!

[@shotbychristo]

Thank you so much!

[@jessecook845]

can't wait for the next upload!

[@shotbychristo]

Thanks 😊

[@konradarmata]

Beautiful place, amazing views 🙂👍

[@shotbychristo]

It really is!

[@drone-trip]

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[@shotbychristo]

It is an amazing place. Water was tempting on that warm day. 😀

[@anghelpaul84]

Great video 👏👍

[@shotbychristo]

Thank you 👍

[@MaggieMuuu]

amazing

[@shotbychristo]

I'm glad you think so!

[@robodrone5662]

Stunning place 👍

[@shotbychristo]

It really is!

[@moutardedrone]

The power of water. So beautiful!

[@shotbychristo]

It really is.

[@hildashaw302]

not sure if I like it or love it 😍

[@shotbychristo]

Thanks 😊

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De bien belles images ✌️

[@shotbychristo]

Thank you 😊

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not bad 👏

[@shotbychristo]

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This is awesome beauty... 👍🤗😁✌️🏞️🎼

[@shotbychristo]

It really is!

[@shotbychristo]

Thank you 😊

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🤩 🤩

[@shotbychristo]

Thanks 😊

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subscribed for more!😌

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[@shotbychristo]

Thank you so much!

[@shotbychristo]

Thank you very much! I'm glad you enjoyed it. 😊

[@shotbychristo]

I'll sub 2 😊

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[@piratidisogni6907]

Awesome video 👍👏

[@shotbychristo]

Thank you 👍

[@shotbychristo]

It is an amazing place. Water was tempting on that warm day. 😀