Where is this?

Highlights

• Grade 2 white water rafting in Rotorua
• Scenic rafting trip on the Rangitaiki River
• 1.5 hours paddling past waterfalls & native forest
• Suitable for the whole family (ages 5yrs+)

Description

If you’re looking to enjoy some glorious scenery – combined with an awesome grade 2 whitewater rafting experience – then the team at Rangitaiki River has everything covered for you. This laid back adventure will immerse you in all of nature’s glory – including spectacular cascading waterfalls, magical forest scenery and cliff faces painted green with native flora. This rafting experience is filled with gentle rolling rapids, which lends itself to a relaxed journey for the whole family – even the very young or old family members!

Start your journey at the base of Aniwhenua Falls; the sight of this awe inspiring waterfall will leave you breathless and the sheer rock wall is an example of nature’s mastery at its best. If you’re feeling like you need a bit of a jump start for your adrenal glands, there are opportunities for you to jump off at various locations along the cliff face. If that seems too intense for you, then make your way down the waterfall on foot – the decision is all yours to make. This only begins your journey, and what follows will leave you breathless with wonder! From the sensational native flora and fauna that you will be immersed in throughout the experience, to the several other magical waterfalls you will encounter as you float your way along the marvellous Rangitaiki River – for the entire journey, beauty and adventure waits around every corner.

The rapids you'll encounter are only gentle rolling rapids, with only minor rocks to avoid. This makes the Rangitaiki River rapids great for the family, and perfect if you’re just looking to relax and take in nature as it was intended. Included in the one and a half hour journey is an opportunity to shower under a glorious waterfall and – if you’re feeling game – you can also try your hand at guiding the raft through the river. You’ll never forget this wonderful experience and neither will your rafting companions.

Trip Includes

• Optional return transfers from Rotorua accommodation
• Safety briefing and rafting training
• 1 hour 45 mins rafting
• All equipment provided including wetsuit, booties & life jacket
• Food, drink & hot shower

Duration

• Allow 6 hrs (including travel time from Rotorua)

Departures

• 11.30am
• Meet us at our base at 963 State Highway 38, Murupara (45mins from Rotorua)
• Complimentary transfers available from your central Rotorua accommodation
• Operates all year

Other Information

• No rafting experience required
• Please bring swimsuit & a towel
• Suitable for everyone 5 years & over
• Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
• Recommended minimum weight limit 20kg, maximum 125kg
• Rotorua hotel transfers from 10.30am
• River Rats are very proud to be celebrating 40 years in business
• We ensure that all raft guides are trained to the highest standard. All River Rats rafting expeditions are led by an N.Z.Q.A (New Zealand Qualifications Authority) qualified Senior Guide

Normal Retail Prices

• Adult: NZD$199.00
• Child (5-15yrs): NZD$140.00