Rotorua White Water Rafting | Kaitiaki Adventures + Transport
Overview
Rafting enthusiasts and first-timers will find the Kaituna River an exhilarating choice, featuring the world’s highest commercially rafted waterfall. Prepare for an adventure through 14 rapids, including cascades ranging from 3 to 22 feet (1 to 7 meters).
- 🚣♂️ A full safety briefing is provided by river guides before the adventure begins.
- 🌳 Quality clothing and equipment are supplied for your comfort and safety.
- ⏳ This thrilling white-water experience lasts approximately 2 hours.
- 🌊 Navigate through steep, bush-clad canyons and New Zealand native forest.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Raft the Highest Commercially Rafted Waterfall! 7 Meter Tutea Falls. 3hr Round Trip. Kaituna River in Rotorua
Pickup included
- FREE Hotel/Motel transfers
- Professional Adventure Photographer
- Changing Rooms with free storage to lock away belongs
- Private transportation
- Kiwi Guides with Māori Cultural storytelling
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase on-site)
- Food and drinks
Meeting point
Return details
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).
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.