Kaituna River Rafting Base

Participants are picked up from central hotels and the i-SITE/Information center 30 minutes before their scheduled time. They travel to the rafting base located near the last remaining kahikatea forest, where they meet local and Māori guides who provide a detailed safety briefing. Rafting equipment including wetsuits, helmets, booties, and life jackets is issued. After transport to the Kaituna River, the journey covers over twelve rapids and drops, including Tutea Falls (7 m/22 ft), through a volcanic gorge surrounded by native forest. Guides explain the river’s stories and its cultural importance. Upon returning to base, participants change into dry clothing, may view and purchase professional photos from the trip, and receive transfers back to their original pick-up point. The experience includes education on kaitiakitanga, tikanga, and the river’s significance to the local iwi.

150 min