Kaiate Falls
Te Rerekawau
A set of multi-tier waterfalls and natural swimming holes in the forest, with a loop trail of about 30 to 40 minutes, and a favorite summer swimming spot for locals.
Te Rerekawau (Kaiate Falls) lies in the countryside of Welcome Bay, about 15 kilometers southeast of Tauranga. It is a series of multi-tier waterfalls hidden in native forest, with the tallest drop reaching about 20 meters and a clear natural pool below, where locals often swim in summer. The trail starts from the car park and follows the stream and steps downhill, passing the upper and lower falls in turn. The loop takes about 30 to 40 minutes and has many steps. Admission is free. Note that there have been swimming advisories due to agricultural pollution affecting water quality, so check the on-site notices before going into the water. The trail is slippery after rain.
Opening hours
Daytime
Nearby sights
- Pāpāmoa Hills Regional Park
- Papamoa Beach
- Tauranga Waterfront & The Strand
- The Elms Mission House
- Te Puke Kiwifruit Country (Kiwi360)
- Pilot Bay
- Moturiki (Leisure) Island & Blowhole
- Mount Main Beach