Maruia Falls takes you by surprise with its
simple fall on another quiet runway. The 10
meter long waterfall occurs on the river Mauria
that originates in the Spenser Mountains. This
river to the south follows a course of 80 km
until it decides to make a return home and turns
quickly on its heels to reduce past Murchison
and join the river Buller in full throttle.
This course creates a winding nature of spectacular
features including Mauria Falls, which are a
haven for tourists and passersby as well.
Tourist attractions in Maruia Falls
Mauria Falls with its peaceful location, 10
m fall, Southern Alps and the backdrop is the
main attraction of the region. In addition to
exploring this fall on the river Maruia created
by an earthquake in 1829 and years of erosion,
there are other areas of interest on the Maruia
River.
Lewis Pass
Located in the upper part of Maruia River, Lewis
Pass is the most northerly of the three major
mountain passes that take the Southern Alps.
Mauria sources and spas
Also located in the upper part, the hot springs
attract tourists for its therapeutic waters
and natural spa.
Activities in the tourist attractions
in Maruia Falls
For many bold people jumping through its 10
meter fall is an exciting feature and looks
like a sight of newspapers floating in the pool
below. For the less adventurous people whose
sensitivity outweighs the need for thrills,
Maruia Falls is perfect for a relaxing day trip
away from the concerns of urban lifestyle. It
also serves as a gateway to other tourist attractions
on the Maruia River.
Getting to Maruia Falls
Maruia Falls is located on the highway, 22 km
south of Murchison and is easily accessible
from Picton and Marlborough Sounds
