Rafting Rotorua Kaituna White Water Rafting | Kaitiaki Adventures

Name: Rafting Rotorua Kaituna White Water Rafting | Kaitiaki Adventures
Price: 135 NZD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.95 (754 reviews)

Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

2 hours

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Kaituna River Whitewater Rafting in Rotorua stands out for its blend of big-water fun and deep connection to place. Drop the world-famous Tutea Falls (7 m/22 ft) and surf a lively gorge while local & Māori guides share whakapapa (genealogy and stories of place), tikanga (customs and protocols) and the river’s cultural significance. We keep groups small as possible, supply premium cold-weather gear, and include central hotel pick-up. Pro photos available, book here for adrenaline, scenery and authentic stories you won’t find elsewhere.

Additional Info

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Experience Kaituna River Whitewater Rafting in Rotorua with convenient pick-up from central hotels including the i-SITE/Information center 30 mins before your selected time. Travel to our rafting base set among the last towering kahikatea stand, meet our professional local & Māori guides for a thorough safety briefing, and gear up with wetsuits, helmets, booties and life vests. After being transported to the Kaituna River, hit the water for an exciting journey on a lively stretch of whitewater with more than a dozen rapids and drops, including iconic Tutea Falls (7 m/22 ft). Navigate a steep volcanic gorge cloaked in native forest as your guides share the river’s stories, cultural significance. Back at base, change into dry clothes, relax, and preview professional photos captured during your run (available to purchase) before return transfers to your starting point. Learn about kaitiakitanga (guardianship), tikanga (protocols), and the awa’s (river's) cultural significance to iwi (local tribe).

What‘s Included

Professional Kiwi Guide

100% Pure NZ Kaituna Rafting! (2hr round trip)

Free Hotel/Motel Transfer

Professional Adventure Photographer

Food and drinks

Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

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Reviews

4.95

754 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

728

Surprise Rafting
Happiness07566077384,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Awesome experience. It was a surprise experience for the teens. They didn't know what we were going to do until we got there. They absolutely loved it, and so did us adults
Fun filled day
Curiosity46738677468,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great people...great experience...safe and fun...Thank you guyzz...wish to do it again ..highly recommended..Thanks
Feel very privileged
Flyer66298114663,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What an amazing privilege to be able to white water raft in our beautiful country. Staff were great and professional. Thank you!
Incredible experience
jolener2026,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Absolutely amazing experience. Our guide Kyle was really good, funny, and knowledgeable not only on the job but the local tikanga. Loved to see the love and respect for iwi and Māori culture thru the whole experience. Made me really proud to be a part of this country too. We would definitely be coming back. Highly recommend to everyone 10/10
Amazing !
Sightseer48450509246,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a great experience. We jumped in without ever having been rafting before, and without knowing that we were going to go down the biggest rafting waterfall. Thanks to Kyle, who was a great and very patient guide, which was no easy task with a group made up almost exclusively of French people. I would recommend it without hesitation.
Great afternoon
carriegX9579BW,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Well done! Well organized and fun! Felt well prepared and had a good time in an amazing setting. Although we had rafter before, the waterfalls were a fun new experience.
Lot of fun
Eli K,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wonderful guide who assisted me when I needed help ( I’m 75) Ride was fun and memorable. Highly recommend for all ages…..
Amazing experience!!
81connier,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had the best time!!! So much fun and the guides were brilliant. We felt safe yet deffo felt the thrill! Would recommend!!
Great excursion with local guides
Roimata P,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great experience with cheerful and friendly local guides. The river and nature are beautiful. Thanks to Kyle our guide who loves his country and culture. Ngā mihi nui
Great experience.
rewaa2026,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We went as a last minute decision & what an experience it was. Thoroughly enjoyed it guides were knowledgable in the history of the awa & local surroundings. Our guides were helpful & thorough throughout the trip on health & safety as well. Will defs go back again.