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Epic Tandem Kayak Tours

Epic Tandem Kayak Tours

Tandem kayaking is a niche/specialty activity compared to traditional rafting trips in the area. There is nowhere else in the world that you can tandem kayak a river like this! Our ‘Epic Tandem Kayak Tour’ is the most hands-on, head-first approach to conquering the mighty Kaituna River.

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NZ$ 299.00

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Highlights

  • Take on Tutea Falls the world highest commercially kayaked waterfall!

  • Relax in the stunning deep native bush lined gorge.

  • Get the full attention of you entertaining guide in this one on one experience.

  • Smash through 14 exciting rapids and three amazing waterfalls.

  • Try this bucket list experience

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Experience the thrill of whitewater kayaking with NZWA's tandem kayak trips on the spectacular Kaituna River in Rotorua. 

Perfect for beginners and friends seeking adventure, our tours offer a safe, one-on-one experience led by expert instructors. No prior kayaking experience is necessary! 

Navigate through 14 exhilarating rapids and the world's highest commercially kayaked waterfall, surrounded by lush subtropical forest and stunning river gorges. 

Each tour includes one instructor per client and an additional kayaker for added safety, accommodating up to four participants per trip. Perfect for couples or groups of friends wanting to take on the river together! (Max weight 95 kg)  

Discover why our tandem kayak tours on the Kaituna River are renowned as the ultimate adventure for newcomers to whitewater kayaking.

Includes

Experienced and entertaining guides.

Meeting spot right next to the river

All kayaking gear & safety equipment

Meeting Point

Look for the purple flags and the Marquee. Pull in the small gate opposite Trout Pool Rd.

Additional Information

Please bring a towel, togs(swimwear), water and a sense of adventure.

Please call if you would like photo or video packages.

Cancellation policy

Full refund if cancelled up to 48 hours before activity starts.

Good weather is required for this experience. If we need to cancel due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.

There is a minimum number of travellers for this experience. If the minimum isn't met and we need to cancel, we will offer a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Health and Safety

All participants are required to read and sign a "Risk Disclosure" form at arrival, prior to taking part in any "Adventure Activity" by NZ law.

Please view this form now before booking. No action is required now other than to read it to make sure you are happy to sign at arrival.

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– Please allow 24 hours for your professional photos to be uploaded to you. – We will only provide custom videos with footage from our own cameras. – NZWA will take no responsibility for the loss of a customer's camera, please bring your own camera at your own risk. -Our Epic Tandem Kayak Tour requires two participants for the trip to go ahead, we will try to reschedule you or refund you. -Contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No-shows will be charged the full price.

From

NZ$ 299.00

Per Person

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780 State Highway 33, Okere Falls, New Zealand, 3074

Epic Tandem Kayak Tours

There is nowhere else in the world that you can tandem kayak a river like this!

Duration

1 Hour on the River.

Tandem kayak tours are 1:1 ratio, (one instructor per one client) and include an additional kayaker alongside the tour for extra safety. We can accommodate four clients per trip – perfect for couples or groups of friends wanting to take on...Show More
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