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11 Best Kaituna River Rafting

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.

1.Rotorua Rafting: Kaituna River White Water Rafting

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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3.Rotorua Rafting Kaituna White Water Rafting | Kaitiaki Adventures

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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4.Kaituna River White Water Rafting from Rotorua

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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6.Rotorua: Kaituna River Rafting Experience

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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7.Kaituna River Rafting Grade 5

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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9.Rangitaiki Rafting Grade 3-4

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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10.Rotorua: Kaituna Rafting & Mt. Tarawera Guided Hike Combo

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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