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The World’s 100 Best Waterfalls

Marokopa Falls

Waitomo, New Zealand

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST WATERFALLS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 47 2026

No. 1 in Oceania

Marokopa Falls

A 35 metre waterfall drops over a cliff into forest, wide and full after rain, with rainbows in the mist. Reached by a winding road from Waitomo Caves, then a 5 to 10 minute walk through bush.

Highlights

  • 35 metre drop
  • Rainbows and spray
  • Viewpoint before the footbridge

Good to know

  • Free entry
  • 10 minute walk, slippery when wet
  • Viewing platform damaged, entry closed

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