Want to experience the best white water rafting in Rotorua? Join this extreme white water rafting tour on the Kaituna River where you will encounter challenging grade 5 white water rapids and three spectacular waterfalls.

Participants are in for a heart-stopping white water rafting tour in Rotorua that includes the world-renowned 7-metre Tutea Falls, the highest commercially rafted waterfall in the world! Paddling past native bush-clad canyons with touches of Maori culture, this is one of the best white water rafting experiences in the world and all training is provided so first-timers and experienced rafting enthusiasts are welcome. After your Rotorua white water rafting tour, return hotel transfers will get you back to the hotel, safe and sound after an adrenaline-fuelled experience you'll never forget.

The Kaituna River white water rafting experience is available 7 days a week at 8.30 am, 10.30 am, 12.30 pm and 2.30 pm and lasts approximately 3 hours. Give it a try today and book online here.

Info

Inclusions

3-hour round trip encompasses a truly unique Kiwi whitewater activity
14 awesome rapids, over three waterfalls
Professional Kiwi Guide
All River Gear Provided (Includes wetsuits/Jackets/Booties/Safety Equipment etc.)
Free Hotel/Motel Transfer (Rotorua Central)
Professional Adventure Photographer
Free photo package when you booked until the 30th of April 2026

Exclusions

Meals
Beverages

Duration

This experience operates daily
Please allow three hours for this experience

Departure Location

8:30am, 10:30am, 12:30pm & 2:30pm (additional 4:30pm departure in summer)
Departs from your central Rotorua accommodation or self drive to 1135 Te Ngae Road, Tikitere, Rotorua
Operates daily all year

What To Bring

Swimwear
Towel
Warm clothes

Additional Information

Minimum age of 13 years
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Suitable for all active people, no previous rafting experience required
Please bring a swimsuit & towel
Rotorua hotel transfers will depart approximately 30 minutes before the trip time
Photos will be available to view and purchase on completion of your trip
The experience is not affected by the weather, unless there is extensive rainfall, in which case the river will be closed
Itinerary:
Starting location: Kaitiaki Adventures - Check-in - Safety Training - Gear Up - Travel to Ōkere Falls - Rafting Adventure
Arrive back at: Kaitiaki Adventures - Gear Down - View Photos

Terms And Conditions

Rafting is Not Suitable for:
Children under 13 years
Pregnant women
Heart conditions
Back Problems
Each participant will be required to sign that they have read and understand the risks involved with this activity.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation of an activity within 48hrs of the activity will incur a 20% cancellation fee.
Cancellation within 24hrs of activity will incur 100% cancellation fee.
“No Shows” will be charged at 100%.

Location

1135 Te Ngae Rd, Tikitere, NTH 3074

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