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The Top 20 Gorges in Oceania

Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 20

to choose from in Oceania. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in Oceania.

Last updated: October 19, 2025

Hokitika Gorge

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Eventful bridge, beautiful view, worth it.

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Akaka Falls

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After a short hike you reach this 135m high waterfall of the Kolekole Streams.

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Milford Sound / Piopiotahi

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Milford Sound / Piopiotahi is a fiord in the south west of New Zealand's South Island, within Fiordland National Park, Piopiotahi (Milford Sound) Marine Reserve, and the Te Wahipounamu World …

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Lower Rakaia Gorge Lookout

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Nice labor and food place to rest. The view downriver is not to different from the other spots you pass by while walking here, but upriver you get a new perspective. Impressive after heavy rainfalls in the mountains.

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Waihee Ridge Trail

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As is so often the case, the motto is the early bird has the fewest clouds.

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Rakaia Gorge Bridge

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The steel suspension of the bridge is hidden underneath - if you walk the path along the gorge a bit upwards you will get a good view of the bridge.

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Waipi’o Valley Lookout

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You can drive until here with any car, enjoying the view of the shoreline and beach. Valley access is restricted to 4x4 only. It’s a narrow and steep road. Parking in the valley is limited.

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Clay Cliffs of Omarama

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The cliffs were formed from layers of silt and gravel that were deposited by glaciers about 4 million years ago. These layers were compressed, then raised by geological activity. Later …

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Jack's Blowhole

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Walk to a 55 m deep blowhole with exploding waves. Effect can only be seen when sea is rough.

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Kawarau Gorge Suspension Bridge & Bungy

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Chic bridge in a breathtaking setting. The Kawarau River is an absolute wild beauty in turquoise 💙 Here you can also do what is probably the most popular bungee in …

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The Top 20 Gorges in Oceania

Hokitika Gorge

Akaka Falls

Milford Sound / Piopiotahi

Lower Rakaia Gorge Lookout

Waihee Ridge Trail

Rakaia Gorge Bridge

Waipi’o Valley Lookout

Clay Cliffs of Omarama

Jack's Blowhole

Kawarau Gorge Suspension Bridge & Bungy

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