Grade 5 White Water Rafting on the Kaituna River

Highlights

• Grade 5 rafting on the Kaituna River
• 14 epic rapids & 2 waterfalls
• Take on the world's highest commercially rafted waterfall
• Suitable for all rafting abilities

Description

For the adventure of a lifetime, take on the Kaituna River in Rotorua for a thrilling grade 5 white water rafting experience with Kaituna Cascades. The original Kaituna rafting company,  Kaituna Cascades is the closest rafting base to the river, just a 25 minute drive from central Rotorua. Perfect for both thrill seekers and first time rafters, this rafting tour has you exploring the warm waters of the Kaituna River with experienced and entertaining guides, including 14 exhilarating rapids and the mighty 7 metre Tutea Falls along the way.

The Kaituna River is renowned for its beautiful scenery, abundance of native wildlife and as an epic playground for white water rafting and kayaking. The 7 metre Tutea Falls is in fact the highest commercially rafted waterfall in the world! 

For your Grade 5 white water rafting experience near Rotorua, you are in safe hands with the professional rafting guides at Kaituna Cascades. From start to finish, the team provide comprehensive and fun training so you can tackle rapids and waterfalls on the Kaituna River like a boss! Each raft is custom made for taking on waterfalls, and you will soon be working seamlessly with your group to paddle, turn and navigate the Okere, Kaituna and 7m Tutea Falls. Rafting the Kaituna River with Kaituna Cascades is the ultimate adventure activity while making the most of the beautiful warm Rotorua climate in New Zealand’s North Island.

Trip Includes

• 50 minute Grade 5 rafting tour
• 14 rapids & 2 waterfalls
• Professional & entertaining guides
• Custom built rafts
• Safety equipment - wetsuit, booties, helmet, life jackets, paddles, warm fleece tops & splash jackets

Duration

• Allow 2 hours

Departures

• 9:00am, 11:45am & 2:30pm
• Pick up from central Rotorua or meet at 18 Okere Falls Road, Okere Falls, Rotorua
• Operates daily all year

Other Information

• We recommend self driving to the Kaituna Cascades river base, but a complimentary shuttle is also available from Rotorua
• Please bring your swimwear & a towel
• GoPros are permitted on the river provided you are wearing a chest harness
• Minimum age 13yrs+
• Maximum weight 120kg
• Participants must have a reasonable level of fitness
• This tour is not suitable for pregnant women
• No minimum numbers required
• Photos available for purchase after your trip

Normal Retail Price

• Adult (13yrs+): NZD$115.00