Kaituna River White Water Rafting from Rotorua
Kaituna River features grade 5 rapids plus the awesome 7 meter (23 feet) Tutea Falls, the worlds highest commercially rafted waterfall. Take the ultimate thrill ride on this Kaituna River white water rafting tour.
Options
Apr 22nd 2025 to Oct 24th 2025
Various Hotels & Motels: Complimentary transfers from central Rotorua commercial accommodation
Pickup included
What's included in Kaituna River White Water Rafting from Rotorua
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
River Rats Raft & Kayak
The trip runs through a stunning bush clad gorge and features 14 rapids, including the worlds highest commercially rafted waterfall. Your day will begin with a pickup from your hotel. From here you will be taken to the airport base where you will obtain your equipment and participate in a safety briefing as well as quick training. After this you'll proceed to Kaituna River.
You can't get more thrills and action than on a grade 5 rapid. Fast and furious, you'll ride through foamy water over the seven meter drop waterfall! Most of the trip runs through a very narrow gorge with sheer rock walls clad in ferns and other native plants providing a truly stunning backdrop to this exciting tour. Although this trip provides full on action the pool drop nature of the river means it is not technically difficult so the trip is suitable for adventurous beginners. In fact around 70% of customers have never rafted before. Around 15 - 20 minutes of training is provided prior to the trip teaching all the required paddle commands and safety information. Situated in the Okere Falls Scenic Reserve the river is pool drop, meaning that every rapid is followed by calm water making it very forgiving for a grade 5 river. You'll be provided with: • Safety Helmets • Lifejackets • Wetsuits • Polar Fleece Tops (weather dependent) • Spray jackets (weather dependent) • Wetsuit Booties
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- All necessary equipment
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
- Minimum age is 13 years
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- There is a recommended minimum weight of 40 kilograms (88 pounds) for this tour
- Please bring swimwear, a towel and a sense of adventure!
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Transfers available from central Rotorua commercial accommodation
Meeting / End Points
- Hangar 14s, Rotorua Airport. Take the driveway on the left as you enter the airport and follow it till you see our signs. Free parking is available out the front of our base.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• The approximate traveling time from Rotorua to the park is 20 minutes • Please bring swimwear and a towel • Complimentary pick up is available from anywhere in central Rotorua approximately half an hour before the trip if required. If you do not require transport please meet at Hangar 14s, Rotorua Airport, 837 Te Ngae Road, Rotorua 3074 approximately 15min prior to your booking time. • Please ensure you contact the operator the day before your trip (NZ free phone 0800 333 900 or +64 7 3456543) to confirm meeting details and check that everything is fine with minimum numbers, water levels, etc. Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
