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Kaituna Cascades - The Original Grade 5 Kaituna White Water Rafting Company

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1975
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Join the Original Kaituna Rafting Company for an unbeatable Grade 5 white-water experience on one of New Zealand's most exciting and beautiful rivers!

Join the Original Kaituna Rafting Company for an unbeatable Grade 5 white-water experience on one of New Zealand's most exciting and beautiful rivers!

Highlights

  • Tackle the Mighty Kaituna River and attempt the world famous 7 metre Tutea Falls!
  • Enjoy a 50 minute action packed ride down 14 epic rapids.
  • Stunning scenery through a tight and twisting warm water jungle canyon.
  • Experienced and safety assured guide.

Experience the thrills and spills of the Mighty Kaituna River as we take on the world famous 7 meter Tutea Falls, the highest commercially rafted waterfall.

Together with your expert guide, your team will enjoy a 50 minute action packed ride down 14 epic rapids in a tight and twisting warm water jungle canyon.

This is a white water enthusiasts dream and is a must do for adrenaline junkies and 1st timers rafters alike!

No prior experience is necessary as you will be given full and comprehensive training but basic swimming skills is recommended

All you need is a reasonable level of fitness, a sense of fun and adventure, swimwear and a towel.

Adult $135.00 (13 years +)
Group Deal PP $115.00 (Group Deal Per Person with 6 or more aged 13+)
Child $80.00 (Ages 10 -12 - Joins post waterfalls)

What's included

  • The best guides on the river, custom built rafts, helmets, lifejackets, paddles, wetsuits, fleece tops, wetsuit booties and splash jackets.

Duration

  • Allow approximately 2 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • Must meet us @ 18 Okere Falls Road, Okere Falls, Rotorua.
  • Big red & yellow building located right beside the Kaituna river

Restrictions

  • Minimum age: 13
  • Please Note: All you need to participate is a reasonable level of fitness.

    Maximum weight limit is 120kgs

    • Must be comfortable in the water
    • Must befit and healthy
    • Not suitable for people with heart problems
    • Not suitable for pregnant women
    • Being able to swim is mandatory



Bad Weather Refunds

  • If your experience is cancelled by the operator (because of the bad weather, safety concerns, unscheduled maintenance etc) you will be entitled to a full refund.

Notes

  • Check-in: You MUST arrive at the Kaituna Cascades Rafting base 15 minutes before your booking time to CHECK IN.


    IMPORTANT: This exciting rafting activity is rated Grade 5 so it is strictly limited to anyone up to 120 kgs. If you are over the weight limit you will not be able to participate. This activity is not suitable for those who are older and not agile, neither is it suitable for those not comfortable in the water.Being able to swim is mandatory.



    Daily Departure Times: 9:00am, 11:45am, 2:30pm and 4:30pm (summer only).


    We also rent towels for $5

    GoPro Chest harness rental $5

    And you can buy Glasser straps to keep for $5

    Digital Photos of your tour $50


    Please Note:

    Your safety is our No.1 priority at Kaituna Cascades. If for any reason we feel safety is compromised we reserve the right to cancel any trip or person.

    Any river trip carries a degree of risk - participants must be aware that while safety is paramount Kaituna Cascades cannot 100% guarantee your safety.

    Cancellations within 24 hours and "no shows" are non-refundable. A 30% cancellation/administration fee applies to any booking cancelled prior.


Available Bookings from 12 Feb to 25 Feb 2026

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Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

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Mitch Easterford from United Kingdom wrote on 10 February 2026

Awesome

Pablo & his team gave us an exhilarating & exciting experience. Well organised, good instruction beforehand & so much fun! The waterfalls were awesome, I would highly recommend this experience.

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From Kaituna Cascades - The Original Grade 5 Kaituna White Water Rafting Company

Hell yeah - Pablo's awesome to be rafting with :)

Michyla Martyn from New Zealand wrote on 09 February 2026

Absolutely amazing

Had an absolutely amazing run with Pablo. Would have happily carried to boat back to the start and gone again. Just such an awesome guide, and fun filled experience. Only "downside" is it ended way too soon, was having that much of a good time.

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From Kaituna Cascades - The Original Grade 5 Kaituna White Water Rafting Company

Haha - yeah its pretty addictive ! See you again then :)

RAWINIA from New Zealand wrote on 08 February 2026

Simarekap

Great experienced and friendly guides - absolutely awesome. The native scenery was awesome and the rafting an awesome buzz

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From Kaituna Cascades - The Original Grade 5 Kaituna White Water Rafting Company

Hell yeah ! Stoked you loved it :)

Zoe Essig from Switzerland wrote on 07 February 2026

Rafting

Had a awesome time.

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Legend

tanishqd from India wrote on 05 February 2026

Thrill Ride on Water!

Kaituna Cascades isn’t just about rafting, it’s about the whole vibe. From the moment you arrive, you’re greeted with smiles, good energy, and a sense of adventure that’s impossible to resist. The team is super welcoming, and the atmosphere is relaxed yet buzzing with excitement. It’s the kind of place where strangers become friends, and everyone leaves with a story to tell.

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Possibly the best review this year ! That's awesome :) Cheers for the epic words and stoked you loved it! See you again and cheers for rafting with us !

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