Kaituna River White Water Rafting from Rotorua

Kaituna River features grade 5 rapids plus the awesome 7 meter (21 feet) Tutea Falls, the worlds highest commercially rafted waterfall. Take the ultimate thrill ride on this Kaituna River white water rafting tour.

A short 15-minutes from Rotorua is 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

Schedule details

Departure Point:

Tour departs from Rotorua hotels
OR
Murupara

Departure Time:

• 9:00am, 12:30pm, 3:30pm - Summer October 24 - April 5
• 10:00am, 2:00pm - Winter April 14 - October 23

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

Return Details:

Returns to original departure point

Pricing information

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Tour options:

Additional information

Inclusions:

• Professional guide
• Hotel pickup and drop off
• All necessary equipment
• GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions:

• Food and drinks

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• 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!
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers
• 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

Local Operator Information:

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