Rotorua Rafting - Kaituna River White Water Rafting

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From NZD 125

5.0
1,579 reviews

Overview

Available languages

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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.

Additional Info

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: 10 years for half river trip, 13 years and over for full river trip (must fit safety equipment)

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.

Weight limit of 130kg

Weight limit of 130kg

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

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

Options

Year Round Season

Operated by Rotorua Rafting

Reviews

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  • An exhilarating experience in a breathtaking setting

    David M,

    Jan 15, 2025

    5.0

    An exhilarating and exciting experience that was as described. Between the adrenaline pounding falls, was an incredibly beautiful river gorge. The guides made everyone feel safe and comfortable.

  • Awesome ride

    christine A,

    Jan 14, 2025

    5.0

    Our daughter took this ride and said it was amazing. Plus the reviews were wonderful but we were a little nervous the guide to agreed just hold on tight and enjoy the ride. There’s a great little hamburger place next to the facility after the ride yumm. We took an Uber from town as there is not a pick up For the excursion. Would highly recommend it

  • Great action outdoor experience

    Tobias H,

    Jan 13, 2025

    5.0

    Great experience, my 2 sons and me had lot‘s of fun. 90 minutes adrenalin, great team, competent and funny

  • Excellent customer...

    Jason H,

    Jan 12, 2025

    5.0

    Excellent customer service, very welcoming and great at calming nerves. Good facilities and great safety protocols

  • A must do activity!

    Jack H,

    Jan 10, 2025

    5.0

    Excellent experience! - Brilliant team and would recommend this to anyone. If I ever come back to NZ, I'll be looking to book this again.

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