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📍 Tauriko, Bay of Plenty
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Poripori Water Holes near Lower Kaimai is a free natural swimming spot in lush bush. A shallow beach area suits younger children; deeper sections and cliff jumping cater to confident swimmers. Rock formations and a waterfall add to the setting.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Reviewers highlight the natural rock setting and the range of depth options as making this work well for families with children of different ages and swimming abilities. The shallow beach area is specifically praised for giving younger children their own safe zone. The free entry and proximity to Tauranga make it a popular warm-weather destination.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Pearsoda
10 months ago
“A popular swimming hole which can get quite busy on a nice day. It requires wading through the river, knee high initially, however, you must pay attention to the signs, as this river is a controlled flow and Sunday's it is in full flood to allow white water rafters to play in the rapids. DO NOT SWIM THERE if it has been raining or on a day of the release.”
Brittany Tipene
9 months ago
“Beautiful spot. Great area for good swimmers. And a shallow beach area Great for the little kiddies. Fresh cold water but great once youre in”
Debz Zz
2 months ago
“Beautiful place, has toilets 🚻”
📊 Commonly mentioned in Google reviews
Based on Google review tagsSwimming
34 reviews
Waterfalls
5 reviews
Slippery rocks
3 reviews
Dam opening
3 reviews
Cliff jumping
2 reviews
Overview
Poripori Water Holes is a free natural swimming spot in lush bush near Lower Kaimai, close to Tauranga. A shallow beach area suits younger children, while deeper sections and cliff jumping points cater to older swimmers. The rock and bush surroundings include a waterfall accessible on rocky terrain. River flow is controlled - signs on site give the schedule. The spot draws crowds on warm days.
