The 7 Best Rafting Trips in Rotorua

1.Rotorua Rafting: Kaituna River White Water Rafting & Free Sauna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,952 reviews · from $83Our pick

Kaituna River rafting to Tutea Falls plus a free sauna from Rotorua. Grade 5 rapids, gear included, about 2.5 hours.

“Me and my partner (who can't swim) decided to to take the plunge (pun intended) and it was something we will never forget! We couldn't wipe the smiles of our faces. The guides were fun, experienced and true rafting professionals. We never once felt uneasy and were felt safe in their hands. A MUST DO!”

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2.Rafting Rotorua: Kaituna River White Water Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,274 reviews · 2h 30m · from $83

Thrilling Kaituna River rafting near Rotorua with 14 rapids and world-famous Tutea Falls, plus Māori culture and convenient door-to-door transport.

“This was the most fun rafting I’ve ever had!! My guides were so awesome (Nixie and Ben) and it was such a good time and very thrilling. Felt very safe during the entire ride. Highly recommend this experience if near Rotorua!”

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3.Rafting Rotorua Kaituna White Water Rafting | Kaitiaki Adventures

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 759 reviews · from $83

Kaituna white-water rafting from Rotorua with pickup, wetsuits, 14 rapids and Tutea Falls, plus pro photos from Kaitiaki Adventures.

“A thrill a minute. The guides make something that could be very dangerous almost completely safe. The big waterfall is white knuckle and the highlight of the experience. There are a few different companies but I would recommend Kaitiaki.”

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4.Rotorua Rafting: Kaituna River Rafting Experience-Free Sauna

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 401 reviews · 2 hours · from $74Best value

Raft the Kaituna River with easy guidance, 14 rapids, 3 waterfalls, then warm up in a free wood-fired sauna. Rotorua, NZ.

“loved it!! was super fun and felt really safe, our guide jack was especially funny and welcoming :) thanks guys!”

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5.Kaituna River and Tutea Falls Whitewater Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 324 reviews · 2 hours · from $80

Grade 5 rafting on the Kaituna River near Rotorua, with 14 rapids and a 7-meter drop at Tutea Falls.

“Superb, exilerating experience! Crew were great, confident and made us feel looked after. 10/10, do it I dare you!”

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6.Rotorua Sledging: Kaituna White Water River Board Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 36 reviews · 2h 30m · from $86

Control your own board on Kaituna white water. Door-to-door pickup, Maori stories, safety gear, and a pro photo stop, Rotorua.

“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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7.Kaituna Rafting & Mt. Tarawera Guided Hike Combo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 11 reviews · 9 hours · from $200

Rotorua combo tour with Kaituna rafting at Tūtea Falls and a Mt Tarawera crater hike by 4x4, plus Maori storytelling and photo ops.

“10/10 - fun, action and adrenaline packed adventure! The guides were awesome, made everyone feel safe and comfortable. They definitely went above and beyond to make the experience unforgettable. Both hiking and rafting experiences are all worth it! The highlight of my trip. Thanks to my guides Jesse and Caruzo. Ps. You’ll be fine even if you can’t swim.”

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