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Huka Falls
High-volume cataract where the Waikato River narrows to a 15 m channel, with a car park and footbridge just north of Taupō.
8 km · about 15 min drive
Waikato Region, New Zealand · Oceania
Acacia Bay is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Taupo, 49km from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland.
Acacia Bay is a town located in Waikato Region, New Zealand. With a population of 1,870, it is an important destination in Oceania.
On a road trip, Acacia Bay sits in New Zealand, where you drive on the left. It's in the Pacific/Auckland time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Acacia Bay to your route.
Acacia Bay is a suburb of Taupō, on the western edge of Tapuaeharuru Bay Lake Taupō in New Zealand. There are four main beach areas. It is located approximately 3 km (1.9 mi) west of Taupō CBD.
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Acacia Bay is located in Waikato Region, New Zealand, Oceania. The coordinates are -38.7029 latitude, 176.0308 longitude.
Acacia Bay has a population of approximately 1,870 people, making it a town in New Zealand.
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waterfall
High-volume cataract where the Waikato River narrows to a 15 m channel, with a car park and footbridge just north of Taupō.
8 km · about 15 min drive
natural wonder
Surreal geothermal area with the vivid green Devil's Bath, the Champagne Pool, and the Lady Knox Geyser.
49 km · about 55 min drive
national park
New Zealand's greatest one-day hike through volcanic terrain with emerald lakes, steam vents, and the 'Mount Doom' of Lord of the Rings.
58 km · about 65 min drive
scenic viewpoint
The highest point of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing with views of the steaming Red Crater and the vivid Emerald Lakes below.
58 km · about 65 min drive
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