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The Top 9 Waterfalls in Otago

However you get there, waterfalls are breathtaking places, and you have 9

beautiful waterfalls to choose from in Otago. So you can better figure out which one to visit on your next trip outdoors, see photos and tips of each waterfall below — and easily plan your next adventure!

Last updated: October 20, 2025

McLean Falls

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Beautiful waterfall over three steps

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Purakaunui Falls

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Accessible via the signposted path. It's worth it.

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Native Bush Forest Path

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The path leads through native bush along numerous waterfalls

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Horseshoe Falls

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The Horseshoe Waterfall is the top of the two consecutive waterfalls. Both are great to look at.

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Matai Waterfall

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Located in a beautiful forest.

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View of Rob Roy Glacier

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Even if there is quite a lot of traffic on the quite narrow track, the hikers are well distributed, so you can enjoy the view in peace.

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Helipad at the Waterfall

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Steep trail but rewarded with a gorgeous waterfall and valley views at the end. Ascent approx. 50min, down approx. 20min.

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Wye Creek Waterfall

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watch the water stream

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Rabbit Pass - North Side

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Poled route (experts only). A challenge to climb, but absolute death on a stick to go down. NEVER AGAIN for me!

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