Why choose this Rotorua tour ?
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.
Make the most of your Rotorua adventure
What makes Kaituna River White Water Rafting from Rotorua a unique experience ?
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
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- 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
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
Kaituna River White Water Rafting from Rotorua Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- All necessary equipment
Not Included
- Food and drinks
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by River Rats Raft Kayak.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Pacific/Auckland.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 362 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 9 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• 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.
