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Fautaua Waterfall

French Polynesia
Ranked #2 of 15 attractions in Tahiti
5.0 of 5 stars 8 Reviews
Type: Waterfalls
Description: This waterfall is considered one of the tallest in the world with more than 980 feet of water cascading over volcanic cliffs into a pool below.
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Christchurch,New Zealand
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Known on local maps as les troix cascades. Pleasant walk through rainforest, only 5 minutes to one, around 20 to the other two (at a 4 year olds pace). Tall falls, absolutely gorgeous. Mozzies and sandflies are voracious - make sure you cover every inch with repellent as we thought we had and still came away with around 10 bites... More

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London, United Kingdom
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Reviews in 52 cities Reviews in 52 cities
44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

A very easy excursion through some nice rainforest to see the waterfalls. I would highly recommend hiring a car for a few days to get to some of these wonderful sites off the beaten track. More

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Wellington, New Zealand
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

There are three falls - one (the biggest I think) is a 5 minute walk from the car park and the other two about 10-15 minutes but all are worth seing - obviously they may not be as impressive in the dry season but as they are only a 5 minute drive from the main road it's a wothwhile detour... More

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Tempe, Arizona
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 November 2011
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It's a short hike to the waterfalls on a good path. Very beautiful scenery. The falls are fantastic, can't get the whole thing in one shot! Watch out for mosquitoes - there are alot. More

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Adelaide, Australia
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65 reviews 65 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
127 helpful votes 127 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 September 2011
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This place is amazing. Even if you don't or can't actually take the 30 minute walk to the waterfall, there is a beautiful easy walk through the bamboo and moss encompassed rainforest. Rocky streams and nature at its most impressive. If a tour bus arrives and you have time, wait for them to finish then explore yourself. More

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christchurch
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2011
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what a beautiful spot, well worth the trip to see. A short walk to the falls thru lovely native forest and bamboo grove. More

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Leeds, United Kingdom
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56 reviews 56 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2011
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We had a guided tour of the island and one of the stops was the Fautaua waterfall. Tucked away inland it is a fantastic site and great to see. Well worth a visit! More

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SAINT VRAIN
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 August 2011
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