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Rotorua & Taupo Explore New Zealand, Australia & Fiji!
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Take the river on at eye level, Rotorua's Kaituna white water sledging through rapids and play holes! You are in charge of your own vessel- propelled by the flippers on your feet!
Take the river on at eye level, Rotorua's Kaituna white water sledging through rapids and play holes! You are in charge of your own vessel- propelled by the flippers on your feet!
Highlights
- Sledge the River at Eye Level
- Propel yourself by the flippers on your feet!
- Beautiful untouched NZ Native Forest
- Learn the history and cultural significance of the Okere Awa (River)
Join New Zealand’s original white water sledging specialists for an adventure that will have you propelling yourself down the Kaituna River!
Enjoy the thrill of the rapids and the beauty of the native forest around you as you navigate your own sledge using the flippers on your feet.
No experience is necessary as our fun guides will be there to show you the ropes and help with encouragement along the way. However you MUST be able to swim confidently.
Awesome fun and a unique way to experience Rotorua's best white water experience!
Sledge the Kaituna!
- Pickup/arrive at Sledging Base
- Get into Sledging gear
- Comprehensive Land-Based training
- Head to River
- Let's go Sledging!
- Back to Base to check out the awesome pics of your Journey
- Head Home!
Available Bookings from 1 Apr to 14 Apr 2026
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- Per Person$78.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$78.00
- Per Person$73.00
- Per Person$73.00
- Per Person$78.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$78.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$78.00
- Per Person$78.00
- Per Person$73.00
- Per Person$73.00
Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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From Rotorua Sledging | Kaituna Whitewater Sledging Kaitiaki Adventures
Kia Ora Royce! Thanks so much for taking the time to post a review! It was a pleasure to host you :) Nga Mihi, Kaitiaki Adventures
Thomas Casey from New Zealand wrote on 11 January 2024
Kaituna River Sledging
Great trip, with engaging and experienced guides.
Chante Whitehouse from New Zealand wrote on 21 March 2026
Rafting
What a fantastic trip. Absolutely stunning environment, fun and great guides. Thrill level was high but as a family we loved every minute. Thanks
Alexandre Durr from New Zealand wrote on 16 March 2026
Sledging fun and lovely professionals
Was really fun and new kind of experience but a bit short. The pro with us were really lovely and fun. I recommend
Trish from New Zealand wrote on 21 February 2026
Scary but lots of fun
We really enjoyed it, the guides were amazing!!!’
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Royce MacRae from New Zealand wrote on 11 March 2024
Whitewater Sledging
Great atmosphere, great staff very knowledgeable in all aspects of the river and surroundings.