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Rotorua Rafting: Kaituna River Grade 5 Rafting Experience - Free Sauna

Experience the best rafting section in New Zealand on this exciting 2-hour white water rafting excursion from Rotorua. After getting a full safety briefing, including safety procedures and some tips, hop on the raft and get ready for some adrenaline-filled fun. Float down a deep canyon on the Kaituna River, which is lined with beautiful New Zealand native flora. Admire the subtropical scenery while flowing down the river, which starts off with some easy white water. Then continue on where the river builds in difficulty. Eventually, float right under a couple of majestic waterfalls. Experience warm water and amazing rapids with three waterfalls, including the highest commercially rafted waterfall in the world - the 23-foot (7-metre) Tutea Falls. Then head down the river for more action-packed rafting. After the tour, enjoy a hot shower and check out your faces on the big screen as you enjoy seeing your professional photos. FREE sauna included.

From: NZ$135.00

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2 Hours

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Highlights

Feel the thrill of whitewater rafting over 3 waterfalls and 14 rapids
Enjoy the opportunity to swim and leap into the water along the way
Take part in an adventure designed for everyone — perfect for beginners
Benefit from the support and guidance of experienced instructors
Relax and unwind in our free wood-fired sauna

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Experience the best rafting section in New Zealand on this exciting 2-hour white water rafting excursion from Rotorua. After getting a full safety briefing, including safety procedures and some tips, hop on the raft and get ready for some adrenaline-flowing fun. Float down a deep canyon on the Kaituna River, which is lined with beautiful New Zealand native flora. Admire the subtropical scenery while flowing down the river, which starts off with some easy white water. Then continue on where the river builds in difficulty. Eventually, float right under a couple of majestic waterfalls. Experience warm water, and amazing rapids with three wat...

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Includes

All equipment

Booties

Wetsuits

Local expert guide

Professional photos

FREE sauna

Hot shower

Meeting Point

Meet us at our rafting base in Ōkere Falls. Plenty of on-site parking!

761 State Highway 33, Okere Falls 3074.

Additional Information

- Read our Risk Disclosure statement here: https://www.rotorua-rafting.co.nz/risk-disclosure
- The starting point for this tour is approximately a 20-minute drive from Rotorua city
- Check in is 15 minutes before trip time.
- Tour will operate in rain or shine.
- Tour will only be cancelled if extreme weather conditions are present
- Lockers will be available for your equipment
- 130kg weight limit
- Minimum age of 10yo

Cancellation policy

Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before activity starts.

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.

Risk Disclosure

Health and Safety

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NZ$135.00

Per Person

2 Hours

Live Availability with Instant Confirmation

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

Kaituna River - Grade 5 white water rafting

Rotorua Rafting are the specialists in tackling the Kaituna River (Okere River), offering unmatched white-water experiences right here in Okere Falls, Rotorua, North Island, New Zealand.Home of Tutea Falls: We’re proud to take you to the world’s highest commercially rafted waterfall—a heart-thumping 7-meter drop! Located just 10 meters from the start of the Kaituna River, we can tailor trips...Show More

Rotorua Rafting are the specialists in tackling the Kaituna River (Okere River), offering unmatched white-water experiences right here in Okere Falls, Rotorua, North Island, New Zealand.Home of Tutea Falls: We’re proud to take you to the world’s highest commercially rafted waterfall—a heart-thumping 7-meter drop! Located just 10 meters from the start of the Kaituna River, we can tailor trips to fit your group, from intimate sessions for 2 to large groups of up to 300 people.What Makes Our Trips Special:Year-Round Adventure: We raft the Kaituna River every day of the year!Trip Times:Summer (Sept-Apr): 9am, 10:30am, 12pm, 1:30pm, and 3pm. (Drive to base for 10:30am and 1:30pm trips; no shuttles available for these.)Winter (May-Aug): 10am, 12pm, and 2pm.Duration: Plan for a total of 2 hours, including an hour on the river.FREE sauna included. What to Bring: Just your swimwear, towel, big smiles, and excitement. We provide wetsuits, booties, helmets, buoyancy aids—and a fantastic time.Additional Details:Grade 5 Rapids: Expect serious adventure and adrenaline-pumping rapids!Shuttle Services: Available from Central Rotorua for 9am, 12pm, and 3pm departures ($15 per person).Age and Fitness Requirements: Full river trip for ages 13+; a Grade 3 half-river option for ages 10-12. Minimum age is 10. All participants must have a reasonable fitness level. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate pregnant individuals or those with certain medical conditions—please contact us if you’re unsure.Safety Information: Rafting on the Kaituna River is an exhilarating adventure with inherent risks, including natural river hazards, potential raft flips, and rapidly changing weather. Rotorua Rafting operates in compliance with Work Safe Adventure Activity Regulations 2024 and prioritizes your safety. Our expert guides are here to ensure an unforgettable, safe experience, but please note that this is a real river with real risks. Rafts may flip, and, on rare occasions, participants may sustain injuries, often from paddles or not following instructions to tuck chins at waterfalls. All participants will be required to sign a risk disclosure form upon check-in, which you can review in advance here. We appreciate your cooperation in following all guide instructions for a safe, thrilling journey.

Duration: 2 Hours

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