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“I was nervous about doing this adventure since I hadn’t rafted in a very long time and never class 5. They add a few extra fun things, like swimming down one of the rapids, and sitting on tge raft in the front over another The…”
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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“We had the most fun ever! The guide was nice, and the rafting was excellent”
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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“As a professional Adventuring-Loud-Mouth-Braggart with 2-titanium pins in my shoulder and 3 in my knee I'm always getting SLAMMED by guides who just don't believe my OUTLANDISH stories of my awesome stuntman life. This trip was no different. Flipped, drowned, pounded, wobbled, wacked, slipped....I got…”
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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“Good overall experience. However, short thrill ride and too much focus on the staged photos which are then offered for purchase. Our guide was too military drill like which also took away the fun factor. Safe and overall good operation.”
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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“Very fun, very safe, and great support and fun vibes from the guides. Malcom was the best!”
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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“Absolute BLAST! I was hesitant about going because I’m 58 and overweight and I worried I’d ruin things for everyone else in the raft. But the guide JOSH was sooo awesome! He was reassuring and kind and FUN even when I did everything wrong lol.…”
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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“Really good afternoon, all the guys were really friendly and fun. Informative about the local area and the river but most importantly made sure everyone had fun.”
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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“The guides Jason, Brony and (one other guy, sorry didn’t quite catch the name) were friendly and experienced. River was quite low so we did get stuck on rocks a few time but the guides did well to get us out. Still an enjoyable experience…”
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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“Waren zwei mega coole Ausflüge! Sowohl Mt Tarawera als auch das Rafting! Mega sehenswert und macht sehr viel Spaß! Nur wenn man es als Kombi gebucht hat, muss man sich trotzdem um beide Abholpunkte selbst kümmern. Wäre schön, wenn die Guides morgens wissen, wann und…”
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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“great great great ! Thanks Justin”
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6 reviewsFrom $117by River Rats Raft & Kayak
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