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We raft from ages 3 & up. No previous river rafting experience is necessary.
Tongariro River White Water Rafting in Turangi – The Best Half Day Rafting In New Zealand
New Zealand’s best Grade 3 rafting adventure happens just a few minutes outside of Turangi on the upper reaches of the Tongariro River – the best place to whitewater raft.
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Tongariro River White Water Rafting in Turangi – The Best Half Day Rafting In New Zealand
New Zealand’s best Grade 3 rafting adventure happens just a few minutes outside of Turangi on the upper reaches of the Tongariro River – the best place to whitewater raft.
From
NZ$139
NZ$109
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Tongariro River Family Fun Rafting
Join our family friendly New Zealand rafting trip on the Grade 2 lower reaches of the Tongariro River.
Family Rafting just a few minutes outside of Turangi.
Great for Family groups, social groups, parents and their children.
MANAWHENUA OWNED & OPERATED
Our connection to the Tongariro River and Region adds uniqueness to our adventures.
Only with Rafting New Zealand will you hear the stories, myths and legends that have helped shape the Tongariro landscape, making it come alive.
OUR RAFTING FACILITIES
With great hospitality and service Rafting New Zealand puts you first.
Only with Rafting New Zealand will you hear the stories, myths and legends that have helped shape the Tongariro landscape, making it come alive.
MOST AWARDED RAFTING COMPANY
Voted Best Rafting Operation in NZ since 2010!
We were the first rafting company to gain the internationally recognised GOLD Qualmark Award for excellence in safety and service.
Adventure Mark Certified, which means our rigorous safety audits ensure you and your family are in the best hands in the business.
CELEBRATING 30 YEARS OF RAFTING THE TONGARIRO RIVER – 1991 – 2021
Based in Turangi and Taupo, Rafting New Zealand has been operating for over 25 years rafting the Tongariro River and is New Zealand’s most awarded rafting Company.
Maori owned and operated, Rafting New Zealand offer several Family Rafting and Trout Fishing adventures for ages 3 and up around Taupo and Turangi.
Voted Best Rafting Operation in NZ since 2010!
Rafting New Zealand love to raft and love to share their passion for rafting the Tongariro River with all their clients, this enthusiasm for their excellent product is infectious and helps to create the unique experience that is white water rafting with Rafting New Zealand.experience the thrill of rafting on the mighty Tongariro River.
New Zealand’s Best, Safest and Most Awarded White Water Company! The Best Taupo Rafting Adventures!
MichaelaJ
2021-04-18
Ten out of ten
This is a seriously slick operation! Our whole family ranging in age from 10 to 70 went rafting on Saturday and LOVED every moment. Gorgeous scenery, heaps of fun rapids, professional fun guides and awesome touches with the hot chocolate and choccy fish on the river and the beer and hot dog to finish. We couldn’t recommend Rafting New Zealand highly enough! We’ll be back and will tell everyone we know to come too. Thanks so much guys for making this a memorable celebration
Bridget O
2021-04-07
Fab Family Fun
Four family rafts with a bunch of teenage cousins had the absolutely best time - spectacular scenery, great weather, awesome experience - real value for money and awesome guides - we would highly recommend anyone that doesn't mind a bit of very cold water to go do this with a bunch of family or friends - we were buzzing - thanks heaps Rafting NZ - you guys are awesome!
Dave
2021-04-05
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!!!!! Places like this deserve a 6 star rating for going the extra mile!
After doing Tongariro we were looking for something fun to do the next day before we head back home, and we were definitely not disappointed! The rapids were exciting and the scenery was amazing and it required just the right amount of work to loosen our stiff bodies. Thanks to all at Rafting New Zealand for making it one of the most fun days we've had in a long time! A special thanks to our guide Wetti(apologies if I am not spelling that correctly) who entertained us with his stories and jokes and took care of us on our adventure and made sure to make the trip a memorable one!
JLtravels
2021-04-05
Fun rapids
First time doing white water rafting and we enjoyed the grade 3 rapids as a family. Our guide (Jess/Jessie) was awesome. The hot chocolate and sausages were also a bonus.
Gordon W
2021-04-02
Family rafting trip
Great team really enjoyed had a great day with a very good guide who gave us a great ride and was very informative
drchebbi
2021-03-19
Super-enjoyable
We had a great first ever rapids rafting experience. Luke is the boss! Looked after us from start to finish. We did the grade 2 course about 8km and 20 rapids. It was perfect from start to finish. The centre is very well laid out with great changing facilities and a super cafe/shop. Our 6 yr old enjoyed it so much she can’t wait to come back. Highlights included getting only a bit wet, not falling out (always listen to the coach, Luke in our case), and plenty of native birds and some geology! Would definitely recommend. We will return for the grade 3!
RichardHK6181TQ
2021-03-17
Great rafting
Fantastic day on the Tongariro River. We had 5 rafts with five great guides! Great location. Super professional and very friendly. Definitely recommend the trip!!! Do it and have a great time.
Lewis B
2021-02-15
White water rafting
Great trip down the Tongariro river. Excellent guide. Thanks Ritai. The gear was good and the crew were relaxed and professional.
LCB
2021-02-10
Fantastic fun, a great day out
Had a wonderful time lead by Jess. Our all girl crew conquered the rapids, and a few of us cliff jumped. The scenery was spectacular and what Jess doesnt know isnt worth worrying about. A great day out on a pristine river.
Rebecca S
2021-02-09
Great day out on the river in Turangi
Fantastic trip, they looked after our friend who was worried about not being able to swim, and we all had a great day.
