Arapuni suspension bridge – top places to visit in the Waikato

Thrilling, slightly nerve racking as the suspension bridge is 54 metres above the river the suspension (swing) bridge. You can walk or cycle across the bridge. The Arapuni suspension bridge is a visitor attraction for those after a quirky New Zealand holiday adventure.

The sheer beauty of the Arapuni bridge is begging you to cross the bridge. Dust your walking for wimps attitude into the rubbish and stride forwards.

Arapuni suspension bridge information signage, Waikato North Island New Zealand

Arapuni suspension (swing) bridge

• Stunning views of the Arapuni hydroelectric dam
• River gorge with lush vegetation covering the steep gorge faces
• Make sure to capture a selfie of you on the brave adventure, crossing the Arapuni suspension bridge
• 52 metres above the river and 152 metres in length (which can seem a very long way as you cycle or walk across)

Waikato river trail, Arapuni swing bridge, Waikato, New Zealand

The bridge is part of the Waikato River Trail, attractions, things to do and places to visit – Best Bits. Take time to explore the visually stunning scenic Waikato River Trail. Nearby is Arapuni village with plenty of space to park (and lock) your bike for a bite to eat in the Rhubarb Cafe.

For visitors with a focus on sustainable holiday destinations unmissable is Maungatautari Sanctuary Mountain attractions, things to do – Best Bits.

Waikato river trail, Arapuni WWII dam story, signage, Waikato, New Zealand

The Arapuni Suspension Bridge was built in the mid-1920’s and is now a heritage site. The original aim to provide access for workers from the village of Arapuni to the power station construction site in the bush-lined gorge.

Arapuni Hydroelectric Power Station and Arapuni suspension bridge, cycle and walk bridge Waikato NZ

For holiday ideas in the Waikato scroll through

• Mangapohue natural bridge
• Top 11 favourite short walks Waikato
• Putaruru Blue Springs & Te Waihou walkway
• Waikato quirky cool collections, oddities, museums places to go – Best Bits

Mangapohue boardwalk thru native bush, New Zealand

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