Kaituna White-Water Rafting Adventure: Conquer 14 Rapids and World’s Highest Rafted Waterfall

Conquer 14 rapids and experience the thrill of rafting down the world’s highest commercially rafted waterfall. Join us on a 2-hour white-water adventure on the Kaituna River in New Zealand’s native forest.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 780 State Highway 33 - After pickup from any hotel in central Rotorua at your selected departure time, set off for a wild ride on the Kaituna River. Hop into your transport vehicle to the picturesque rafting base in the Kahikitea Forest, where river guides provide a full safety briefing. Once you’ve slipped into special clothing to keep you warm,…
What's Included
  • Guidance by a professional Kiwi guide.
  • Experience 100% Pure NZ Kaituna Rafting on a 2-hour round trip.
  • Complimentary hotel or motel transfer included.
  • Capture your adventure with a professional photographer.
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Additional Information

Navigate 14 rapids with cascades varying from 3 to 22 feet (1 to 7 meters), including the highest commercially rafted waterfall in the world. Traverse through deep, forested canyons and New Zealand’s indigenous woodland, perfectly suited for both seasoned rafters and beginners. Expert river guides deliver a comprehensive safety orientation along with…

Location
1135 Te Ngae Road
Te Ngae Road
Please arrive at our raft base for check in
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Curiosity54475224898
Oct 28, 2024
A must do !! - Loved it from the training class, the good ol kiwi dad jokes to the actual experience. Clear and easy to remember instructions, safety briefing, the music, the beautiful whenua and the vibes all 5stars.
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Andy
Oct 26, 2024
Amazing!! - Great experience with wonderful staff. Everyone was super friendly and welcoming. We would highly recommend the rafting!
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Ericahui9864
Oct 11, 2024
FUN FUN FUN - Hope to do this again very soon... - One of the must-do in NZ. My husband and I got the VIP treatment. We did both sledging and rafting in the same day. We are so blessed that we were the only ones in each of the adventures so we received more attention than we ever expected. All the guides from Kaituna are super friendly and fun. Our Captain Jack is also a very caring person. He always makes sure we are safe and feel comfortable. He is very experienced and gave us the best time in the river. Thanks Jack (with a big smile)!!!
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Judo1
Oct 6, 2024
Ask for Captain Jack !! - Such a great time. The Katiaki crew really are fun. It was my son’s first rafting experience and he was really nervous. “Captain Jack” made the whole experience fun and exciting. Cannot recommend these guys, rain hail or shine !!!!
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Y415izmichellen
Oct 2, 2024
Loved it, would recommend to anyone who loves adventure! - An amazing experience for our first ever rafting adventure. You are taught everything you need to be safe and there are plenty of people to help at all times. Guides are very experienced and love their jobs. Photos were also great and only $40 for an entire collection of photos from your trip.
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Mabelblossom
Sep 14, 2024
Great experience - huge thanks to the best guide Nick for making it! - Had such a great time rafting, the scenery was beautiful and the drops were really fun! Special shout out to Nick who made our experience the best it could be - super friendly tour guide that had us all wearing huge smiles the entire time. Would definitely rate!
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Helenp605
Sep 11, 2024
Four go rafting……. Best hangover cure?!! - What a fabulous experience this was! The team were amazing 🤩 Additional tricks and jumps added to the rafting and waterfalls.thanks Malcom, Blue & the team. H
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Simon
Sep 7, 2024
Amazing - Unbelievable experience, I’ve been all around NZ and I think this has to my favourite activity I’ve done! Started off with a really warm welcome from Jess, really helps start off your experience when someone is so full of good energy. Jack & Nick were incredible guides, really made you feel safe at all times but also having the maximum amount of fun. Big shout out to Tiakiawa (Chucky) for driving us and taking some amazing pictures. If you’re in Rotorua on your travels this for me is an absolute must and not to be missed.
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387katherynep
Sep 2, 2024
Cannot recommend enough! - The whole experience was amazing! The guides were super friendly, and safety was well explained. Definitely one of the best experiences I’ve had and would highly recommend it.
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Tiag622
Aug 29, 2024
We love Malcom and Rob - My partner and I were so impressed with whole experience. It was worth every penny! The different activities at each rapid were the highlight.
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From $81
up to 15 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).