Conquer 14 rapids and experience the thrill of rafting down the world’s highest commercially rafted waterfall. Join us on a 2-hour white-water adventure on the Kaituna River in New Zealand’s native forest.
Conquer 14 rapids and experience the thrill of rafting down the world’s highest commercially rafted waterfall. Join us on a 2-hour white-water adventure on the Kaituna River in New Zealand’s native forest.
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1135 Te Ngae Road - Enjoy the thrill of Kaituna River Whitewater Rafting in Rotorua, with easy pick-up from central hotels, including the i-SITE/Information center, 30 minutes before your chosen time.
Travel to our rafting base nestled among the last majestic kahikatea stand, where you’ll meet our skilled local and Māori guides for a comprehensive…
- 1135 Te Ngae Road - Enjoy the thrill of Kaituna River Whitewater Rafting in Rotorua, with easy pick-up from central hotels, including the i-SITE/Information center, 30 minutes before your chosen time.
Travel to our rafting base nestled among the last majestic kahikatea stand, where you’ll meet our skilled local and Māori guides for a comprehensive safety briefing. Suit up with wetsuits, helmets, booties, and life vests.
Once transported to the Kaituna River, embark on an exhilarating adventure along a vibrant stretch of whitewater featuring over a dozen rapids and drops, including the famous Tutea Falls (7 m/22 ft). Navigate a steep volcanic gorge draped in native forest as your guides share the river’s stories and cultural importance.
Back at the base, change into dry clothes, unwind, and view professional photos taken during your adventure (available for purchase) before returning to your starting point.
Discover kaitiakitanga (guardianship), tikanga (protocols), and the river’s cultural significance to the iwi (local tribe).

- Guidance by a professional Kiwi guide.
- Experience 100% Pure NZ Kaituna Rafting on a 2-hour round trip.
- Complimentary hotel or motel transfer included.
- Capture your adventure with a professional photographer.
- Guidance by a professional Kiwi guide.
- Experience 100% Pure NZ Kaituna Rafting on a 2-hour round trip.
- Complimentary hotel or motel transfer included.
- Capture your adventure with a professional photographer.
- Food and drinks
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Kaituna River Whitewater Rafting in Rotorua is renowned for its exciting big-water experience and profound connection to the local culture. Experience the thrill of dropping down the world-famous Tutea Falls (7 m/22 ft) and navigating a vibrant gorge, all while local and Māori guides share the whakapapa (genealogy and stories of the area), tikanga…
Kaituna River Whitewater Rafting in Rotorua is renowned for its exciting big-water experience and profound connection to the local culture. Experience the thrill of dropping down the world-famous Tutea Falls (7 m/22 ft) and navigating a vibrant gorge, all while local and Māori guides share the whakapapa (genealogy and stories of the area), tikanga (customs and protocols), and the river’s cultural importance. We prioritize keeping groups as small as possible, provide top-quality cold-weather gear, and offer convenient central hotel pick-up. Professional photos are available. Book now for an adventure filled with adrenaline, stunning scenery, and unique stories you won’t find anywhere else.
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.