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Spend one adrenaline-crammed hour of white water rafting down the Kaituna River on this tour from Rotorua. Start at a spot where wild waters meet subtropical rainforests and canyons engraved in the earth. Raft over beautiful cascading waterfalls, including the stunning Tutea Falls, and even take the opportunity to do some swimming through some of the rapids. This tour is good for novice and expert rafters.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Age limit: Minimum 10 yrs. 10-12 yr olds, will partake in the half river experience. They will walk with the photographer to the half way point and join the raft below Tutea Falls.
Grade 5 action
1 hour is spent on the river, allow 2 hours for the trip.
During the summer months, the river can reach temperatures of 25degrees.
Transfers from Rotorua, must be prebooked 24 hrs prior at a cost of $15pp by calling 0800 772 384.
By accepting this Risk Disclosure, you at this moment acknowledge that in participating on a trip run by Rotorua Rafting, there are inherent dangers and risks and that while Rotorua Rafting will use a high degree of skill in ensuring the safety and welfare of participants, it will not be responsible for loss, injury or damage sustained by a participant or their dependents in circumstances where the exercise of reasonable care could not have avoided such an event. While the staff and management of Rotorua Rafting will take all practicable steps to identify and minimise potential dangers, I acknowledge that I must follow the guide's instructions and use the safety equipment when instructed. If I am responsible for a person under 18, I must ensure that the underage person follows the Guides' instructions at all times. I release and indemnify Rotorua Rafting and its staff from any responsibility or consequences resulting from my failure to follow Rotorua Rafting instructions or the failure of any underage person accompanying me to follow the Guides' instructions. Rotorua Rafting reserves the right to withdraw any person who, in their opinion, is likely to endanger themselves or others. This exclusion includes the overuse of alcohol and/or recreational drugs. I also recognise that Rotorua Rafting reserves the right to cancel, modify, or curtail any trip if my safety or that of any other person becomes a concern. I am aware that Rafting is an Adventure Activity with a degree of risk inherent to the grade of the river being rafted, and participation in a “Rotorua Rafting Tour" may have extreme dangers and risks, some of which include: River Hazards - Rivers are dynamic environments with hidden risks in their natural state and have many obstacles and severe hazards that may not have been identified before, examined and identified Raft Flipping - which may frequently occur in certain rivers Weather - weather conditions may be extreme and change rapidly without warning. Vehicle - additional risks are posed by road travel. Conduct of the Guide - the behaviour of the Guide and the Guiding Staff and the conduct of other rafters. I willingly accept all the risks of rafting, including the risks described above and the possibility of personal injury, death, property damage or loss resulting from any reason. I acknowledge that the enjoyment and excitement of rafting are derived partly from rafting on grade 5 rivers. The inherent risks of rafting contribute to such joy and excitement. I accept that Rotorua Rafting is not responsible for any loss or damage to my property, disruption to travel plans, or mental injury. This exclusion is subject to any rights or remedies a customer has under Health and Safety at Work (Adventure Activities) Regulations 2017 or any other New Zealand law. By accepting this Risk Disclosure, I confirm that I am of the Age of Majority and that I have read and understood this Agreement and agree that this Agreement will be binding upon my heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators and successors. If under 18 years, the parent or legal guardian must accept this Risk Disclosure.
Age Limit: 13+ yrs old to do the full river experience.
Weight limit of 130kg
Weight limit of 130kg
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off $15pp
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Equipment is provided for use: wetsuit, booties, helmet, buoyancy aids, and additional cold weather apparel
Swimwear and Towel
Operated by Rotorua Rafting
1,665 reviews
Beth O,
Mar 11, 2025
This was awesome!! I was so scared I’d fall out but our guy Lovero was awesome!!! He kept us in the boat! Safe and it was a blast!! Thank you !
Tara J,
Mar 9, 2025
Was great fun, the guides were funny and great at explaining what to do! Would do it again. If you’re thinking about it book it in!
INAKI S,
Mar 7, 2025
This was really incredible! I TOTALLY recommend this. I can only say wonderful things about the experience and the team. It was our first time and the staff was exceptional. We were nervous and the real was super profesional. We had SO MUCH FUN! Thank you very much to the team for this. We will hopefully reaper one day! Gracias!
Jennifer C,
Mar 7, 2025
I was a bit afraid to do it but I'm so glad I did! Total blast. Thought I might be too old (60) but I'm in pretty good shape so I figured it would be fine if I fell out - which I didn't. But they give you a PFD and booties and it was run by really knowledgeable people so it was safe and fun.
Katarzyna K,
Mar 1, 2025
I came full of fears that this trip was too advanced for me but the whole team leading created an amazing atmosphere that modified me even more to take on the challenge! There were great twists and turns, lots of laughter, the team knew exactly what they were doing and how, AMAZING EXPERIENCE!!!
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