Rafting Rotorua Kaituna White Water Rafting | Kaitiaki Adventures
Overview
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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‘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)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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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).
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Reviews
705 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun as!!!!!
Lesroy L,
Apr 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great time. Perfect explanation to fun ratio. The guides hype you up, make it funny and interesting. Safety was important but so was having fun with the water and your boat mates. “Sweet as” is now my new saying, lol
We had such a phenomenal...
Allie R,
Apr 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had such a phenomenal experience. Jack, our guide, made the trip that much better. Would recommend!
Extremely experienced...
Elizabeth T,
Jan 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Extremely experienced staff make this an enjoyable & relatively safe experience & a lot of fun would recommend
A thrill a minute. The...
Mathew G,
Dec 23, 2024
- Viator
5.00A thrill a minute. The guides make something that could be very dangerous almost completely safe. The big waterfall is white knuckle and the highlight of the experience. There are a few different companies but I would recommend Kaitiaki.
Well organized, exciting,...
Zoe B,
Dec 19, 2024
- Viator
5.00Well organized, exciting, very good guides. Beautiful scenery we would not have seen under other circumstances.
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