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Whitewater Rafting on Rangitaiki - Grade 3-4

Rotorua

RRK007

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Overview

Highlights

Exhillirating rafting adventure
Lunch provided
Spectacular scenery and waterfalls

Combine spectacular scenery and great rapids for an awesome whitewater rafting adventure. From the buzz of 'Geoff's Joy', a torrent of Whitewater, to stunning native and plantation forest, the Rangitaiki River has it all!

What's Included?

Safety equipment provided - Safety Helmet, lifejacket, wetsuits, wetsuit booties, polar fleece top and spray jacket (weather dependent)
Complimentary pick up and return from central Rotorua
Full training provided

The whitewater rafting trip on the Rangitaiki is a great way to spend the day and the best part is there no experience necessary! Meet at the base in Murupara, just 45 minutes from Rotorua on State Highway 38 or alternatively avail of the complimentary transport to/from your central Rotorua accommodation. Grade 3-4 means you can expect whitewater with medium waves with potential rocks, considerable drops and/or sharp maneuvers.

Session Length

Please allow 5.5 - 6 hours (including transfers) for this experience
Complimentary Rotorua Accommodation Transfers approximately 10.30am

Important Information

Restrictions

Suitable for children 13 years of age+

Guidelines

The experience provider operates within strict safety guidelines, adventure activities by their nature involve a degree of risk
By partaking in these activities you agree to assume this risk and will be required to sign a waiver of liability

Cancellation

Once this experience has been confirmed, changes are at the discretion of the experience provider and arranged directly with them according to this policy:

It is essential that all customers contact the supplier on the day before their trip to confirm that everything is fine with water levels, minimum numbers etc. Rotorua Adventures reserves the right to cancel or amend any trip due to safety issues, weather, river or road conditions, or insufficient numbers. Trips cancelled will be refunded in full if an alternative trip / date is not suitable.
Cancellations within 24 hours of departure or no shows will be charged 100% cancellation fee.
Group Bookings: Ten working days notice is required if the entire group is cancelling to avoid cancellation charges

Numbers on the Day

A minimum of 6 customers are required before the trip will proceed.

Weather

It is essential that all customers contact the experience provider on the day before the trip to confirm departure. Rotorua Adventures reserves the right to cancel or amend any trip due to safety issues, weather, river or road conditions, or insufficient numbers.

Dress Code

You are required to bring a swimsuit and towel. All other specialist clothing will be supplied.

Location

This experience departs from central Rotorua.