Kaituna Cascades - White Water Rafting Rotorua

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1. Laina Yu ★★★★★

   This rafting experience was so amazing, truly a must-do if you’re in the area! They provide all the equipment needed including wetsuits, fleeces to stay warm, boots, helmets, and life jackets. Felt totally appropriate even for those with no prior whitewater rafting experience. Everything was explained clearly and the excursion felt very safe and controlled. Our guide Flynn was amazing!! He was a huge help, made the trip so much fun with his humor, and he got us down the waterfalls with all of us in the raft each time! Huge shoutout to Flynn!!!

   almost 2 months ago
2. Jacklyn Lofranco ★★★★★

   My friends and I had an absolute blast white water rafting experience. From the moment we got on the raft, it was non-stop fun, laughter, and pure adrenaline. We couldn’t stop smiling the entire time! A huge shoutout to our guide, Jasper, who made the whole experience unforgettable. He kept the energy high, made sure we felt safe, and turned every moment into something exciting. We had so much fun that we’re already talking about when we can do it again. If you’re thinking about trying white water rafting—DO IT. This was hands down one of the best adventures we’ve had! We’ll definitely be back for round two!

   almost 2 months ago
3. Michael Harlow ★★★★★

   ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Unforgettable, World-Class Experience Kaituna Cascades is hands-down one of the most incredible adventure experiences we had in New Zealand. The guides were not only professional and highly skilled, but you could tell they genuinely love what they do. That passion carries through the entire experience and instantly makes you feel confident and comfortable. Everyone on the team went out of their way to accommodate us, answer questions, and make sure we felt safe while still having an absolute blast. And the Class V waterfall… unbelievable. Dropping over it is a pure adrenaline rush and something I’ll never forget. If you’re anywhere near the area, this is an absolute must-do. World-class guides, incredible energy, and an experience you’ll be talking about long after you leave New Zealand. Highly recommend.

   almost 3 months ago

1. Mike Huba ★★★★★

   ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely amazing – I would definitely book with this company again! I’ve done several rafting tours before, including some in Austria, but none have ever felt as good as this one. The difference here is 100% the tour guides. From the very beginning, we did a dry training session on land where they explained everything clearly — how to sit, paddle, react, and stay safe. I always felt completely confident and well-prepared. The guides managed to combine absolute professionalism with so much fun, humor, and positive energy. The canyon scenery is breathtaking, the 7-meter waterfall is unforgettable, and the whole tour felt safe, exciting, and incredibly well organized. You can tell these guides truly love what they do — and that makes all the difference. At the end, you can even buy photos that perfectly capture this spectacular adventure — a great way to remember an experience that truly deserves more than 5 stars!

   almost 4 months ago
2. Jade Jasmine Nye ★★★★★

   Great afternoon rafting with Kaituna Rafting! Very knowledgeable guides, humorous and great value for money! The rafting is not rushed and very fun! Smiles and giggles all round! Will be sure to be back again! Highly recommend going! Thank you :)

   almost 2 years ago
3. Wouter Schouten ★★★★★

   Awesome experience! We went in winter but its still amazing! Awesome staff. (Shout out to our guides Rob and Pete!) Really worth it! Find the raft!

   almost 2 years ago

1. mohd shahrukh ★★★★★

   I had the pleasure of going on a Rangitaiki River Rafting with Pete recently, and I had an absolute blast! Pete was a great guide, and he made sure that everyone had a safe and enjoyable experience. He was knowledgeable about the river, and he was able to point out all of the interesting features along the way. He was also very patient with us, even when we were making mistakes. The rafting itself was amazing. The whitewater was challenging, but it was also a lot of fun. We went through some rapids that were definitely heart-pounding, but Pete kept us safe and guided us through them smoothly. We also saw some beautiful scenery along the way, including waterfalls. Overall, I had a wonderful time on Kaituna Cascades Rafting. I would highly recommend it to anyone who is looking for a fun and exciting way to experience the whitewater.

   almost 2 years ago
2. Jesin Tan ★★★★★

   We did the grade-5 trip on Kaituna River. The whole trip was really fun, adventurous, and memorable. Our guide Ben was the best, he is very informative and engaging. Will definitely recommend this activity to our friends and family. Thank you for making our holiday worthwhile.

   almost 3 years ago

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