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The Best Rafting in New Zealand!
The Kaituna is a white water enthusiast’s dream come true. 14 awesome drops, including two waterfalls and some other great rapids in a stunning jungle setting.
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Join the original Kaituna rafting company for an unbeatable grade 5 white water experience on one of New Zealand’s most exciting and beautiful rivers!
Experience the thrills and spills of the mighty Kaituna River as we take on the world-famous 7-metre Tutea Falls, the highest commercially rafted waterfall.
Together with your expert guide, your team will enjoy a 50-minute action-packed adventure down 14 epic rapids in a tight and twisting warm water jungle canyon.
This is a white water enthusiast’s dream and is a must-do for adrenaline junkies and first-time rafters alike!
No prior experience is necessary as you will be given full and comprehensive training.
All you need is a reasonable level of fitness, a sense of fun and adventure, swimwear, and a towel.
Come join us and our awesome crew for your Kaituna river rafting adventure.
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Daily at 9 am, 11:45 am, and 2.30 pm. (We also offer a 4:30 pm tour in the summer months – self-drive only!)
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A 50-minute action-packed ride down 14 epic rapids and the world’s highest rafted waterfall. Allow 2 hours in total.
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- Grade 5 rafting trip: 13+ years.
- Grade 3 option available for 10- 12-year-olds. Please note that they will join the journey after the waterfalls – Call us to book or let us know in the comments.
- NOT SUITABLE FOR PREGNANT WOMEN.
- The recommended maximum weight is 140kgs – must be fit and healthy.
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18 Okere Falls Road, Okere Falls 3074, Rotorua, New Zealand. Our base is located on the banks of the Kaituna River and there are no long bus rides or waiting around in wetsuits! Arrive early and take a stroll down the beautiful Okere Falls Scenic Reserve walking track. With multiple viewing platforms of the river and its many waterfalls, it’s the perfect pre-rafting activity!
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All year! – Warm water in the summer and cooler in the winter (more gear provided).
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Swimwear, shorts, towel and a sense of adventure! We are GoPro friendly. Feel free to bring yours along. Please bring a chest harness.
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- The best guides on the river, custom built rafts, wetsuits, helmets, life jackets, paddles, warm fleece tops, wetsuit booties, and splash jackets.
- Price includes free shuttle to and from Rotorua – Bookings essential.
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No minimum.
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SULPHUR SPA & WHITEWATER RAFTING
FROM NZ$120Enjoy a 50-minute ride down 14 epic rapids on the Kaituna River and the world’s highest rafted waterfall before relaxing in the naturally heated geothermal waters at Polynesian Spa.
- WATERFALL RAFTING
- GEOTHERMAL HOT POOLS
- GRADE 5 RAFTING
- 4 HOURS
- AGES 13+