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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.
All prices are shown inNZD ($)
- Adult$70.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$115.00 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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jts970 from Australia wrote on 20 February 2026
Great experience
I had an amazing experience with Jasper as our group guide, with very clear explanations and instructions from beginning to end, encouraged us to make the most the most of it whilst being very clear about safety. He made it a lot of fun. My only disappointment was that the raft didn't tip over hehe. It was exhilarating in a slightly scary way but we always knew we were in safe hands. He was a very good communicator. Thanks Jasper.
From Kaituna Cascades - The Original Grade 5 Kaituna White Water Rafting Company
Awesome :) Pretty cool experience aye
jigishap1 from New Zealand wrote on 20 February 2026
It was so fun!!
Our guide 'Pablo' was amazing, it was so beautiful and a really fun experience!!
Andrew Thompsn from Australia wrote on 20 February 2026
Great ride :)
The guys were great, fun and experienced. Our guide Flynn gave us heaps of opportunities to have extra bits of fun on the trip :)
Jody Cooke from New Zealand wrote on 17 February 2026
LOUIE WAS AWESOME!! GIVE THE MAN SOME BEERS!!!
What an amazing family adventure. The kiddos were nervous at the start but soon settled into the jokes and the banter and the truly magical location. The gorge looked so ancient and untouched in parts you could easily have been in a movie scene. We felt totally safe - always knew what was expected of us and instructions were clear. Would 100% recommend Kaituna Rafting to everyone!! Thank you all for a wonderful experience.
From Kaituna Cascades - The Original Grade 5 Kaituna White Water Rafting Company
Legend of a review thanks ! Stoked you loved it
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HOWWEN YANG from China wrote on 21 February 2026
Excellent experience
Highly recommend! The experience was absolutely exciting but I felt incredibly safe. Our coach Jared is an exceptional guide. He was not only professional and humourous but also patient with everyone in the raft, making sure we all felt comfortable before and after the big drops.