Kaituna River Rafting: Thrilling Water Adventure

Experience the thrill of white water rafting on the Kaituna River in Rotorua. Navigate through cascading waterfalls, swim in rapids, and soak in the rainforest views. Perfect for all skill levels.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Rotorua Rafting - Discover the premier rafting adventure in New Zealand with this thrilling 2-hour white water rafting trip from Rotorua.
    Begin with a comprehensive safety briefing, covering all procedures and offering helpful tips, before boarding the raft for an exhilarating experience.
    Drift through a deep canyon on the Kaituna River,…
What's Included
  • All equipment provided: wetsuit, helmet, booties, buoyancy aid, paddle
  • GST included
  • Professional rafting guide
  • Free Sauna
  • Hotel pickup & drop-off available on request for the 9am, 12pm and 3pm tour
What's Not Included
  • Swimwear and towel
  • Food & drinks
Additional Information

Experience an exhilarating hour of white water rafting on the Kaituna River with this tour departing from Rotorua. Begin your adventure where the untamed waters converge with lush subtropical rainforests and ancient canyons. Navigate through breathtaking waterfalls, including the magnificent Tutea Falls, and enjoy the chance to swim through some of the…

Location
761 State Highway 33
State Highway 33
Please drive into the Rotorua Rafting carpark and park. You are supposed to arrive 15 minutes before your departure time. i.e. 8:45am for a 9am departure
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Richardw3416
Feb 4, 2026
The best way to to get down stream - This has to be the best thing I have done, so much so we came back the next day and did it again. For the money it’s worth every penny, even the second time the adrenaline rush was still as intense. The river is a fantastic beautiful place to be and the thrill of going over the rapids and a 7m waterfall is incredible. The guys are great, really enthusiastic, fun and professional. The best way to spend a couple of hours whilst in the area. Will definitely be back on our next trip to nz!
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Chad_b
Feb 3, 2026
Find others on cruise... - Find others on cruise ship that may want to do this trip since the uber/shuttle costs more than the adventure
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Discover183889
Feb 3, 2026
Exhilarating experience - An absolute blast! At nearly71 I highly recommend this exhilarating experience. Our guide Nate was wonderful and the views on the river are stunning. Do it!
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Christian_m
Feb 3, 2026
This was a great and safe... - This was a great and safe experience. The crew did an amazing job to make it fun and very easy to do.
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608kelliel
Feb 2, 2026
Wild time - Such great fun and the friendliest, funny, easy going staff. Had a wild time! Nate was terrific. Felt like I could have done the rafting all over again immediately after because it was so much fun. Water temp was divine. Thank you!
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693vikil
Feb 2, 2026
Amazing experience - This trip was absolutely amazing. The pick up was on time ,the white water rafting was unbelievable, exhilarating, huge fun, scary, just amazing. The staff were all great. The photographs were great and they didn’t rip your eyes out. Highly recommend this trip.
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Garyl288
Feb 2, 2026
Don't miss this Whitewater Rafting Experience. It is daring but not overly dangerous, even for us 60 somethings! - Extremely fun excursion. We went through nearly 10 fabulous whitewater rapids. Our guide Jack was incredible. I highly recommend it!
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Craig_a
Feb 2, 2026
Fun for all - It was great, even my 63 year old mother-in-law has fun and she's scared of everything. All 4 of us has an amazing time and the crew were awesome!
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Explorer726531
Jan 31, 2026
Amazing whitewater trip - Amazing!!! Luvroe was an excellent guide!!! Great ride, beautiful scenery, definitely a must do!!! Highly recommend
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Paradise28597991512
Jan 31, 2026
White water excitement - Great experience from puck up at the cruise port through the river. Guide was so much fun and the river was exciting. Very much recommended.
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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).