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Kaituna Whitewater Sledging

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Take the river on at eye level, 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, 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 nature!


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 18 Dec to 31 Dec 2024

All prices are shown in NZD ($)

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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

4.9

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Timi Puia from New Zealand wrote on 08 January 2021

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Great experience, a must do!!

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From Kaituna Whitewater Sledging

Kia Ora Timi, Thank you for your review and recommendation! Will have to come back and try our rafting next time! Nga Mihi, Kaitiaki Whanau.

kellim from United States wrote on 27 March 2023

Never hear of this before, but was great

I had never heard of sledging before. But when I looked up rafting, sledging came up as well. We opted to go sledging instead of rafting, as we have rafted before. It was a lot of fun, but also a lot of work. We The guides were great, and kept everyone safe.

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From Kaituna Whitewater Sledging

Kia Ora Kellim. Thank you for your review. We are glad you felt safe with out guides and you had fun. Nga Mihi

Ashley from New Zealand wrote on 27 January 2023

Great experience!

Guides were incredible and the overall experience was great fun 10/10 would recommend

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From Kaituna Whitewater Sledging

Kia ora, Thank you for the awesome review! It was a blast having you out adventuring with us! Nga mihi nui,

danim4 from New Zealand wrote on 23 January 2023

Sledging FUN

Our guides Ben and Caruso, the smaller group size, awesome water temperature made for a fantastic white water experience! An added bonus; awesome photographer Amy, dinner recommendations from the crew, jokes on the water, karakia honouring and respecting the space. Thanks 😊

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From Kaituna Whitewater Sledging

Kia ora, Thank you for joining us! We’re stoked you had a positive and entertaining experience and cant wait to have you again in the near future! Nga mihi nui,

Sam from United Kingdom wrote on 17 January 2023

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Had a great time doing the kaituna sledging. Thanks to our excellent guides Drax and Caruso who made it a great experience. Recommended

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From Kaituna Whitewater Sledging

Kia ora, It was a pleasure hosting you and we’re glad you enjoyed your time with us here at Kaitiaki! Thank you for coming! Nga mihi nui,

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