Kaituna Cascades - Original White Water Rafting Experience in New Zealand

Experience the original white water rafting adventure on the Kaituna River in New Zealand with Kaituna Cascades. Explore breathtaking waterfalls and thrilling rapids with expert guides for a memorable, safe, and fun-filled trip. Book now!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 18 Okere Falls Road - Experience the most unique and stunning whitewater rafting adventure in New Zealand!
    The renowned Kaituna River is a rafter’s paradise – enjoy a thrilling 50-minute journey through 11 incredible rapids and 3 exhilarating waterfalls, including the world’s highest commercially rafted waterfall at 7 meters. This all takes place…
What's Included
  • Local, professional & highly trained guides
  • Custom built rafts
  • Wetsuits, helmets, lifejackets, paddles
  • Fleece tops, wetsuit booties, and splash jackets
What's Not Included
  • Digital photos (Available to purchase)
  • Glasses Strap $5
  • Rent a Towel $5
  • Go Pro Harness Hire $5
  • Other Souvenirs (T-shirt etc)
Additional Information

Kaituna Cascades pioneered the exploration and initiation of rafting tours on the Kaituna River, and the business remains locally held and run by a pair of current raft guides, ensuring you’re in capable hands!! There’s no other location worldwide where you can raft on a stunning river that plunges into a vertically walled gorge full of raftable…

Location
18 Okere Falls Road
Okere Falls Road
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Sharonw_nz
Apr 17, 2026
What a way to experience Okere Falls - Such an awesome experience. Right from the start the guides make you feel welcome, confident & add another level to the experience. A must do for anyone that loves the water & a bit of an adrenaline rush. Special thanks to our guide Bal who was an absolute gem.
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266valdemarc
Apr 17, 2026
Unforgettable! - ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! Just do it! Thanks to Dan The Man for getting us down!
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Lanamccarthy
Apr 7, 2026
AWESOME!!!!! - Guys…. This experience is AWESOME. Our instructor was Dan and we felt very safe and confident despite being nervous and it was so much fun!!! Well worth the price
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Ken
Apr 6, 2026
What a great experience. - This was an amazing experience! My guide, Pablo, was fantastic. I highly recommend both him and the company for a wonderful experience.
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Lorinag2026
Apr 5, 2026
It was a great family event - We had a fabulous time. A well run outfit. Our guides were great and everyone had a great time.
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Journey68091713895
Mar 31, 2026
A thrilling time! - A spontaneous decision but one we are so glad we made! All the staff were friendly with good banter which put everyone at ease. Our guide Cole was great - he communicated clearly and made us feel safe throughout! Thank you for making our first rafting experience a memorable one!
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265gustavm
Mar 31, 2026
Best first time rafting ever! Incredible team at Kaituna Cascades! - Honestly such an amazing experience! Wow I've been on a high all day! Such friendly and hype staff. Went on the raft with Cole! Amazing dude and he really just gave us the best experience! Just a WOW experience + the fact you go down the highest commercialised waterfall in the world! Definitely recommend! An unforgettable experience!
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Vittorioa909
Mar 30, 2026
Fantastic!!! - Extraordinary experience! Esperienza unica e indimenticabile! Une experience extraordinaire ! Waterfalls are so exciting! Thanks to Pablo, our guide ! Vincenzo, Yanis, Camille
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Noahhx3142sh
Mar 27, 2026
Great - Best thing ever Huge shoutout to the best tour guide Jared!!!
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Annie_bee97
Mar 27, 2026
One of the best things to do in NZ - Had the best time! Cole our guide was great and made the whole experience feel really fun, adventurous and still safe. It’s definitely one of the best things we did during our whole two month New Zealand road trip.
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From $79
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).