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“Amazing experience! Check-in smooth. Nervous first time rafter here, and WOW what a ride. Guides were great and gave good instruction. There wasn’t a time that I felt unsafe. Great way to celebrate my birthday.”
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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“The tour guides were absolutely amazing and full of confidence which made the experience extremely fun! We went over 3 waterfalls and loads of rapids! The pictures taken were epic & everyone was just great. Don't miss out on this experience.”
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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“What can I say. Amazing! My partner was annoyed I had booked these kinds of tours. Certainly wiped her mind of that thinking! She can’t swim but they looked after her fine and safety briefing was good. She loved it. She Almost came out of…”
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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“So much fun! Our guide Pablo was so funny and really adapted to what everyone was comfortable with! Going more extreme if you want but also happy to go gentler for those wanting a more scenic trip! So good vibes all round”
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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“Had a buzz today. A very slick and well oiled machine. Josh our raft captain was excellent positive and skillful. Well worth the money. We loved it.”
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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“Guides were great and we had a blast sledging on the river! Would highly recommend!”
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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“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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