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Wet n Wild Rafting - Grade 3-4 Rangitaiki River

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Join Wet n Wild Rafting for an incredible 2 hour white water expedition over 14kms of invigorating grade 3-4 rapids on the lower Rangitaiki River.

Join Wet n Wild Rafting for an incredible 2 hour white water expedition over 14kms of invigorating grade 3-4 rapids on the lower Rangitaiki River.

Highlights

  • Suitable for rafters of all confidence levels including those who have never rafted before
  • 14 km of exciting grade three and grade four rapids, it is liquid fun from top to bottom
  • Pass through spectacular native bush and planted forest into an environment of pristine beauty and peace

This River is an adventurous and challenging rafting adventure suitable for all confidence levels; we will raft you through spectacular native bush and planted forest.

This river is New Zealand's environment at is best, a truly magnificent wilderness experience with only a short drive from Rotorua.

Adult $140.00
Child $120.00

What's included

  • Qualified & experienced guides, light refreshments after the trip and all the equipment required for safe and exciting rafting expedition including: Self Bailing raft, paddles, helmet, lifejacket, wetsuit, booties and in colder conditions a fleece top and spray jacket.

Location

  • 58A Fryer Rd, Hamurana.

Restrictions

  • Minimum age: 8

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • Transport: Please contact the operator for transport options.

    Meeting point: 879 State Highway 38, Murupara or 58A Fryer Rd, Hamurana (by arrangement).

    Duration: 1.5 to 2 hours total time on the water. 5 to 5.5 hours for the whole experience with transport and briefings.

    About Wet n Wild:

    Wet n Wild has been safely operating rafting trips in New Zealand for 30 years. All guides are highly experienced and licensed for the rivers they operate, we pride ourselves on being firmly focused on customer safety and service.

  • Child price applied to ages up to 12 years old

    If you cancel within 48 hours of the commencement of the trip, the full price is charged.

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

4.9

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Andrew Wastie from Australia wrote on 18 January 2020

Excellent

Had a great time. Pete engaged with the kids beautifully. He knew his stuff and ensured we were safe and had fun. A top notch experience. Highly recommended.

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From Wet n Wild Rafting - Grade 3-4 Rangitaiki River

Thats awesome to hear, we love to know that our customers enjoy the experience. Thanks for taking the time to complete this!

Darren Gilchrist from New Zealand wrote on 15 January 2020

Great family experience

We had a great morning on the river. The whole family loved it (including three teenagers 14-18) and want to do it again. Highly recommended.

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From Wet n Wild Rafting - Grade 3-4 Rangitaiki River

Thanks Darren, glad you enjoyed it! Hope you can make it to the next level rafting trip?! The Wairoa ;-)

Joanna Pearce from New Zealand wrote on 01 January 2020

Great rafting experience

This was my first time rafting, and I had the best time! Guide made sure we were all safe at all times yet tried to make the experience as fun as he could! I would definitely recommend this to others!

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From Wet n Wild Rafting - Grade 3-4 Rangitaiki River

great to hear Joanne! many thanks for sharing your great review!

marianaj from New Zealand wrote on 01 February 2019

Fantastic Family Fun

Brilliant! Absolute must-do.

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Rachelle Smith from New Zealand wrote on 15 January 2019

Fantastic Family Adventure!

Awesome family bonding trip. Pete made this trip extra special with his humour and knowledge of the river. We are looking forward to our next trip down the Wairoa river when Cameron is old enough.

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From Wet n Wild Rafting - Grade 3-4 Rangitaiki River

Awesome! It was lovely to take you guys down this river See you soon on the Wairoa :-)

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