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Rotorua Sledging | Kaituna Whitewater Sledging Kaitiaki Adventures

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Take the river on at eye level, Rotorua's Kaituna white water sledging through rapids and play holes! You are in charge of your own vessel- propelled by the flippers on your feet!

Take the river on at eye level, Rotorua's Kaituna white water sledging through rapids and play holes! You are in charge of your own vessel- propelled by the flippers on your feet!

Highlights

  • Sledge the River at Eye Level
  • Propel yourself by the flippers on your feet!
  • Beautiful untouched NZ Native Forest
  • Learn the history and cultural significance of the Okere Awa (River)

Join New Zealand’s original white water sledging specialists for an adventure that will have you propelling yourself down the Kaituna River!

Enjoy the thrill of the rapids and the beauty of the native forest around you as you navigate your own sledge using the flippers on your feet.

No experience is necessary as our fun guides will be there to show you the ropes and help with encouragement along the way. However you MUST be able to swim confidently.

Awesome fun and a unique way to experience Rotorua's best white water experience!


Sledge the Kaituna!

  • Pickup/arrive at Sledging Base
  • Get into Sledging gear
  • Comprehensive Land-Based training
  • Head to River
  • Let's go Sledging!
  • Back to Base to check out the awesome pics of your Journey
  • Head Home!
Per Person $144.00

What's included

  • Whitewater Sledging Experience

Duration

  • Allow approximately 3 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • Meet at: 1135 Te Ngae Road
  • Tikitere
  • Rotorua or call us after booking to arrange free transport from central Rotorua.

Restrictions

  • Minimum age: 13
  • You must be able to swim confidently (you will be swimming).

    Not recommended for pregnant women

Available Bookings from 20 Jan to 2 Feb 2026

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  • Per Person$111.00

  • Per Person$111.00

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  • Per Person$144.00

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  • Per Person$144.00

  • Per Person$144.00

  • Per Person$144.00

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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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nickp12 from Australia wrote on 06 January 2026

Best Activity in Town!

Absolutely amazing experience with incredible guides, made you feel so comfortable on the water! Will be back again… and again…

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Daniel Robinson from New Zealand wrote on 28 December 2025

Amazing ext

Fourth time I’ve done something with this amazing bunch! Experience was amazing good burst of exercise! Guides are amazing and know there stuff and definitely make you feel safe

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Sarah Phillipps from New Zealand wrote on 23 January 2025

Exhilarating experience

We did this with our two children (age 13 and 15) and it was an awesome, adrenalin filled experience. We felt safe with the guides and liked that it was a small group. Very thrilling and would highly recommend.

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emmaw21 from New Zealand wrote on 29 April 2024

Amazing experience

Highly recommend. Amazing guides. Very helpful and some cases life saving. A must do experience.

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From Rotorua Sledging | Kaituna Whitewater Sledging Kaitiaki Adventures

Kia Ora Emma! We are glad to hear you had such a great time sledging with our crew! Hope you enjoyed the rest of your break :) Nga Mihi, Kaitiaki Adventures

cfw from New Zealand wrote on 16 March 2024

Absolute blast!

We had an absolute blast! So much fun. We wanted to go again straight away. The guides were fabulous. We are definitely going back. And booking back to back sessions.

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From Rotorua Sledging | Kaituna Whitewater Sledging Kaitiaki Adventures

Kia Ora! Thank you so much! We can't wait to see you all again! Ma te wa, Kaitiaki Whānau

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