Kaituna Cascades was the original company to explore and start rafting the Kaituna River, a long standing goal achieved and one we are very proud of. 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 in the world. 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... More...

Sunset Kayak Glow Worm Cave Tour

Kayaking - Rotorua - Starting from $199.00 per person

Explore Rotorua's Lakes as the sun sets at twilight hour on an amazing scenic kayak tour as you are guided to an incredible cavern home to a galaxy formation of glow-worms. One of Rotorua's premium experiences that you will never forget. More...

Kayak the Waikato River Taupo

Kayaking - Taupo - Starting from $80.00 per person

Waikato River Float

Cruise lazily down the Waikato River, New Zealand’s longest river, on this gentle kayak tour. The tour starts near the control bridge in town and meanders down the slow moving crytal clear waters of the Waikato River. Kayak past stunning cliff faces, lush native forests, islands, river wildlife and swimming holes. You will kayak under Taupo Bungy’s platform where hopefully someone will be hurling themselves down into the water. Cheer them on! Towards the end of... More...

Scenic Lake McLaren Kayak Tour

Kayaking - Tauranga - Starting from $105.00 per person

Paddle out to the middle of the wonderfully calm Lake McLaren in a kayak, where serenity takes a new name. More...

River Valley Rafting - Grade 5 White Water Rafting on the Rangitikei River

White Water Rafting - Taihape - Starting from $189.00 per person

Our grade 5, white water rafting trip is often recognised as one of the best half day trips in the world!
With 10 major rapids on this 11 km run, plus numerous smaller rapids, there is plenty to get excited about. More...

Half-Day Kayak to the Maori Carvings from Taupo

Kayaking - North Island - Starting from $99.00 per person

Glide your kayak over Lake Taupo's crystal clear waters as you paddle to the awe-inspiring Maori Rock Carvings on this 4-hour guided tour.
Soak in the view across the Lake to 3 live volcano's while you hear the history of the carvings, various Maori legends and facts of the local area from your guide before enjoying rock jumps and a swim in Australasia's largest freshwater Lake. A must-do while in Taupo! More...

Sound of Thunder - Raft and Jet Boat the Rapids Combo

Jet Boating - Turangi - Starting from $349.00 per person

Not only will you get to experience the awesome rocking and rolling of over 50 Grade 3 Rapids thru the mighty Tongariro River gorge with New Zelaand’s best Rafting Company, Rafting New Zealand. But, on the other end of the lake, experience the thrill of Rapids Jet as they traverse the Waikato River as it weaves thru another amazing volcanic creation and catch air on the famous Aratiatia Rapids.

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Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride from Taupo

Jet Boating - Taupo - Starting from $135.00 per person

Hold on tight on an exciting 30-minute jet-boat ride on the Waikato River! Spinning and speeding your way to Huka Falls, New Zealand’s most spectacular falls, see the country’s beauty rapidly unfold as you zip past rugged cliffs and native bush. More...

Guided Mokoia Island and Jet Boat Tour from Rotorua

Airboat Tour - Rotorua - Starting from $99.00 per person

During this 1-hour guided excursion by jet boat, enjoy the thrill of the speed and spins of your expert driver and listen to stories of love and other events that have shaped Rotorua, all while on the lookout for native and rare bird species. Located in the middle of Lake Rotorua, the Mokoia Island is a wildlife sanctuary and is home to approximately 25 Kiwi and 5 endangered, 20 protected and over 50 common bird species. The birds flourish in this predator-free environment, filling the canopy... More...

Island Escape Tour - 3 hour kayak tour including return boat ride to Otehei Bay

Kayaking - Paihia - Starting from $140.00 per person

This is the perfect day out in the Bay of Islands. With the ultimate mix of adventure, relaxation and time to explore the Bay. Start your day with a scenic ferry ride with Explore and head out through the Islands to Otehei Bay on Urupukapuka Island. Kayak the crystal clear water of the islands on a guided tour, walk to some breath taking views, swim in one of the warm bays and explore Otehei Bay. And when you are done relax on a bean bag at the front of the cafe with some delicious food and a... More...