Experience the thrill of rafting over the highest commercially rafted waterfall in the world or take the river on at eye level as you are in charge of your own sledging vessel.

Tour Duration

11 hours

Tour Summary

Take on the challenge of a thrilling rafting adventure on a private day trip from Auckland with Rotorua’s White Water Rafting Specialists. Enjoy a unique mix of adrenaline & Māori culture to offer experiences full of kiwi adventure you’ll never forget. Experience the thrill of rafting over the highest commercially rafted waterfall in the world. Raft the Kaituna River, snake through bush clad canyons and plunge down the 7m waterfalls into the white-knuckle foam below, all in one morning of adrenalin-packed fun.

Tour Highlights

• Discover the magical land of geothermal activities on this stunning tour from Auckland!
• Embrace a thrilling whitewater rafting adventure infused with Māori culture.
• Raft down the highest commercially rafted waterfall in the world – the 7 metre Tutea falls.
• Adrenaline packed whitewater rafting through over 14 rapids.
• Discover a culturally infused, uniquel New Zealand experience.
• Enjoy the opportunity to swim and leap into the water along the way.
• Spark your adrenaline as you make your way along the fast-paced rapids.
• Take part in an adventure designed for everyone, perfect for beginners.
• Benefit from the support and guidance of experienced instructors.

Journey Inclusions

• Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland.
• Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland.
• Complimentary refreshments and water onboard.
• Complimentary high-speed internet onboard the minibus.
• A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the journey.
• Luxurious temperature-controlled private transportation in a minibus.
• Exclusive immersive activities and interaction with local communities.
• Built-in leisure time, to explore destinations as you wish.

Tour Inclusions

• Admission to 3 hours white water rafting at Kaituna River.
• Admission to café style lunch after the experience
• Complimentary epic pictures captured during your journey!
• All the necessary safety equipment and river clothing provided.

Tour Requirements

• Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, Sun protection, jacket/warm layer, and any essential personal items.
• You must wear comfortable shoes that can be secured, such as trainers/sneakers.
• No previous experience is required on any of our White-water adventures as a full and comprehensive safety briefing will be conducted prior to each excursion.
• All equipment and river clothing is supplied including: wet suit, fleece top, spray jacket, booties, PFD (life jacket) and helmet.
• Guides will give all the training required and will assist you throughout the trip.
• Each participant must complete land-based safety training before starting the activities.
• Each participant requested to complete a disclosure document and provide information relation to health, physicality, impairments, and water preparedness.
• Participants must be 13 years old or over (proof of age may be required).
• Good and moderate fitness level required – must have the ability to hike and walk for at least 1-hour.
• Tour is not recommended for pregnant women, participants with back problems, heart problems or other serious medical conditions.
• Guides at Kaitiaki holds the right to refuse rafting at any time before or during each activity if they consider to be unsuited for the tour (e.g. physically incapable or too small).