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Rafting New Zealand - Tongariro Whitewater

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Join Rafting New Zealand for the ultimate kiwi whitewater experience - take on over 50 exhilarating rapids on the pristine Grade 3 Tongariro River. A fantastic adventure not to be missed!

Join Rafting New Zealand for the ultimate kiwi whitewater experience - take on over 50 exhilarating rapids on the pristine Grade 3 Tongariro River. A fantastic adventure not to be missed!

Highlights

  • Exhilarating experience over 14 kms including more than 60 rapids
  • Stunning scenery along the Tongariro River
  • Ultimate Kiwi adventure for thrill seekers
  • Epic 2 hours of grade 3 rafting with an experienced guide

Tongariro White Water Adventure ex Turangi

(Transport from Taupo Available)

Join Rafting New Zealand for the ultimate kiwi whitewater experience, taking on over 60 exhilarating rapids on the pristine Grade 3 Tongariro River.You'll raft 14km through spectacular scenery, stopping ¾'s of the way to explore the hidden Puketarata Waterfall, (Optional & weather permitting).You'll enjoy on river hot chocolate and snacks whilst floating through the Rangipo pooland when you arrive back to our base we have hot showers waiting. Enjoy our legendary 'Hot Dog' (Vegetarian Option available)with a cold NZ beverage whilst viewing your trip photo's.This is Aotearoa's best half day rafting trip.So book now to secure your seat!

Trips departing Turangi:

8.30am, 1pm and 2.30pm in Summer and 12pm in Winter.

Transport pick up from Taupo by arrangement 1pm for the 2pm trip (conditions apply)

Duration: Allow 4 hours with up to 2.5 hours on the river.

Included:

  • An epic 2 hour plus of Grade 3 rafting on the famous Tongariro river with a professional, experienced, and fun kiwi river guide.
  • All rafting equipment including safety gear and up to date, top quality river apparel.
  • On river hot chocolate and snacks.
  • Transport from accommodation if required. (Conditions apply)
  • Spacious changing facilities, clean toilets and hot solar powered showers.
  • A delicious river dog. Frankfurter, fresh roll, balsamic onions and a choice of sauces.
  • A selection of beverages available including: A cold NZ Beer, or soda. A Hot Malt Wine or a Tea of your choice.


When completing your booking form please supply a contact phone number, along with a contact email address. If you have an international phone number or aren't non-contactable you must ring us (using the phone number supplied on your booking confirmation email) to confirm final trip details, 24 hours prior to trip time.

Photos of your adventure are available for purchase at the end of the day!

Meeting Location 41 Ngawaka Place, Turangi

Adult $179.00
Child $149.00 (10-17 years)

What's included

  • 2-2.5 hours rafting
  • All rafting and safety equipment
  • Hot showers and heated change room
  • River Dog (hot dog), snacks, hot drink, soda, beer (vegetarian option available)
  • Experienced and professional guide
  • Transport from Taupo available (conditions apply)

Duration

  • Allow approximately 4 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • Raft Base Location: 41 Ngawaka Place, Turangi.
  • Pick up Location: Peter Pans Travel 29 Tongariro Street, Taupo.

Restrictions

  • Minimum age: 10
  • Children aged 10 - 12 years old must be under the supervision of an adult, 1:1 ratio.

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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kevin.l from France wrote on 07 December 2019

Embarquez sur une rivière isolée de tout !

Des guides adorables, une ambiance agréable, des paysages à couper le souffle et une activité sportive abordable pour tous. Les rapides sont simples à prendre, le challenge n’est pas très éreintant mais la balade de 14km vaut le détour. Bière et Hot-Dog à l’arrivée pour décompresser. C’était top !

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HAYOUN from France wrote on 04 October 2017

Excellent

L'équipe est vraiment super sympa! La descente est a la fois sportive et relaxante car l'endroit est magnifique! Même s'il fait un peu froid (ce qui était mon cas) n'hésitez pas a y aller car on vous fournit l'équipement nécessaire! Le petit plus reste le chocolat chaud après avoir sauté dans l'eau et le hot dog qui nous attend a notre arrivée! Foncez ?

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aurelia ventra from France wrote on 22 December 2016

Super

Nous avons passé un excellent moment pour notre première fois en rafting! c'est super pour une première fois, par contre si vous cherchez vraiment des fortes sensations, je pense qu'il y a mieux. Nous n'avons pas vraiment eu peur :) mais le tour était génial... que ce soit le staff, l'organisation, les boissons... Un exemple à suivre !

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Soizic from France wrote on 22 December 2016

Une belle découverte!

Ayant offert cette session de rafting à mon conjoint pour son anniversaire, c'était une première fois pour nous 2! Le personnel nous a très bien accueilli, ce sont des jeunes très souriants, serviable et dynamique Étant français et ne comprenant pas tout en anglais il n'hésitent pas à vous expliquez une seconde fois Notre guide durant le rafting était un Maori, il nous a compter les légende Maori tout au long du rafting Ils sont très professionnels et les consigne de sécurité sont très facile à comprendre et a mettre en place Tres belle expérience Nous en referons avec grand plaisir!

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Quentin Lematte from France wrote on 23 November 2016

Rafting Nouvelle-Zélande

C'était très bien et peu cher Le guide était géniale. Merci Blare qui a rendu l'expérience simple et amusante.

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