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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.
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- Adult$100.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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Authenticated Reviews
Real highlights, tips, and the helpful advice straight from Bookme customers who’ve actually done this experience, summarised with AI support
- emergencyGuides are fun, professional, and ensure safety (45 people said this).
- emergencyThe experience is thrilling and full of adrenaline, especially going over the big waterfall (38 people said this).
- emergencyThe scenery along the Kaituna River is beautiful and adds to the experience (29 people said this).
- emergencyThe team is friendly and creates a welcoming atmosphere, making everyone feel at ease (34 people said this).
- emergencyThe option to swim during the trip is a highlight for many (23 people said this).
- emergencyGreat value for money, especially when paying for the whole raft rather than per person (15 people said this).
- star_shineDon't forget to buy the photos to capture the memories!
If you're nervous, just communicate with your guide—they're great at reassuring you!
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Sarah Baker from United Kingdom wrote on 24 December 2025
Amazing Trip and Fantastic Guide
Having heard about this rafting trip and the fact that it goes down a very high waterfall, we decided to have a go during our recent trip to NZ. Initially I was very nervous about the fact that it is advertised as Grade Five, however the lady who greeted us (Eden) was very reassuring, explaining that it is only the waterfall that is classed as Grade Five and the rest of the trip Grade 3. Our guide, Dan, was so funny and great at explaining what to do. I also think he realised I was nervous and was so kind, without being obvious about it. I am so pleased that we chose to do this trip as it was great fun, all the staff where super friendly and highly professional and the photographs that we purchased were amazing. It was such a brilliant end to our holiday in NZ. Thank you all so much.
Queeny Quiming from Australia wrote on 23 December 2025
Rush in December
I hadn’t done any extreme activities in a while, so I was excited but also incredibly anxious — I barely slept the night before! I’m so glad I went through with it. Kaituna Cascades is well equipped and run by highly experienced guides, which really shows why they consistently earn a 5-star rating. A huge shout-out and heartfelt thanks to our guide, Jasper. He didn’t just make me feel safe — he made the whole experience genuinely fun and enjoyable. His confidence, humour, and encouragement made all the difference. This is definitely an experience I’ll remember forever.
From Kaituna Cascades - The Original Grade 5 Kaituna White Water Rafting Company
Cheers team, Jasper is sure a legend hope to see you out here again!!!
ajandgazza from Australia wrote on 23 December 2025
Bloody Brilliant
A must do experience.
From Kaituna Cascades - The Original Grade 5 Kaituna White Water Rafting Company
Brilliant indeed :)
Louise from New Zealand wrote on 21 December 2025
Awesome experience
A fantastic day out with these guys, and they definitely put all their effort in to make the day as eventful and fun. Highly recommend!!
From Kaituna Cascades - The Original Grade 5 Kaituna White Water Rafting Company
Legends !
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Rebecca Froggatt from New Zealand wrote on 24 December 2025
10/10 experience
So much fun, all staff friendly and funny, great atmosphere and vibes, very safe, 10/10 recommend, so worth it.