The Kaituna runs over the world’s highest commercially rafted waterfall: a seven-meter drop mid-river, warm water by rafting standards and crews who treat the river as whanau. The boat goes fully under at Tutea Falls; that is the photo.
Experience thrilling white water rafting on the Kaituna River in Rotorua, NZ. Perfect for first-timers and adventurers, featuring waterfalls and stunning scenery.
Most Popular★ 5.0“So amazing!! The guides are soo experienced and make the whole thing very fun. The river is so beautiful. You have to do this while you’re in Rotorua!”
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1,952 reviewsFrom $83.78by Rotorua Rafting
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Experience exhilarating whitewater rafting on New Zealand’s Kaituna River, including the world’s highest rafted waterfall, with expert guides and cultural insights.
★ 4.9“The experience was mind blowing, Ben our Gide was brilliant and took the time to explain everything. Nothing to improve.”
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840 reviewsFrom $49by Kaitiaki Adventures
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Experience Rotorua's thrill with Kaituna River white-water rafting. Navigate 14 rapids, including the world’s highest waterfall, guided by expert locals.
★ 5.0“Great time. Perfect explanation to fun ratio. The guides hype you up, make it funny and interesting. Safety was important but so was having fun with the water and your boat mates. “Sweet as” is now my new saying, lol”
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759 reviewsFrom $83.78by Kaitiaki Adventures Aotearoa
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Experience New Zealand’s highest commercially rafted waterfall on this thrilling Kaituna River adventure from Rotorua, perfect for beginners and adventure seekers alike.
★ 5.0“This was so much fun. My 30 yr old son was doing it for the first time. He had such a great time. Out off the couch & doing things he'd never done before.”
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388 reviewsFrom $84.77by River Rats Raft Kayak
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Experience New Zealand’s highest rafting waterfall on the Kaituna River, with expert guides, stunning scenery, and thrilling rapids. Safe fun for all.
★ 4.9“Great rafting experience. Excellent river, knowledgeable and fun guides. Would definitely recommend to anyone interested in some excitement. We went on mid winter (July) and was certainly worthwhile”
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324 reviews2 hoursFrom $80by Kaituna Cascades Rafting
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Experience New Zealand’s top-rated Kaituna River whitewater rafting near Rotorua. Safe, fun, and suitable for beginners with stunning scenery.
★ 4.9“Lukas our guide was so fun! He made the experience so much better”
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295 reviewsFrom $59by Rotorua Rafting
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Experience the thrill of rafting in New Zealand's Kaituna River, including the highest commercial waterfall, with expert guides and stunning scenery.
★ 4.9“This was our favorite activity of our trip to New Zealand! The rafting itself was a thrill and our guides were hilarious. We all feel closer for having survived the waterfalls together.”
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36 reviewsFrom $81by River Rats Raft & Kayak
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Experience the thrill of sledging on New Zealand’s Kaituna River with expert guides, scenic views, Maori culture, and safe, hands-on adventure for all levels.
★ 4.8“The sledging was immense! Ben and Caruzo were great fun as guides, couldn’t have asked for better. Would definitely do this again!!”
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36 reviews2.5 hoursFrom $86by Kaitiaki Adventures
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Experience 14 km of thrilling grade 3-4 whitewater on the Rangitaiki River with expert guides. Perfect for active adventurers seeking stunning scenery and teamwork.
★ 4.7“Communication could be improved”
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16 reviewsFrom $117by River Rats Raft & Kayak
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Experience the thrill of Kaituna River rafting and a guided hike up Mount Tarawera, blending adventure, Māori culture, and stunning scenery in Rotorua.
★ 4.5“We had Ben as a guide, the whole experience was fantastic”
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11 reviews9 hoursFrom $200by Kaitiaki Adventures
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Experience New Zealand’s stunning scenery on a gentle Grade 2 rafting trip down the Rangitaiki River, perfect for families and relaxed explorers.
★ 4.8“We had lots of fun and Pete was a great guide!”
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6 reviewsFrom $117by River Rats Raft & Kayak
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