ABout US
Rafting New Zealand
WHO WE ARE
Based in Turangi, just 45 minutes from the Taupo township, Rafting New Zealand has been operating for over 30 years on the Tongariro River. We are extremely proud to be New Zealand’s most awarded rafting company and hold all of the necessary industry certifications to ensure our clients experience the best Adventures as safe as possible.
Locally 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!
As of 30 April 2021, Lake Rotoaira Forest Trust are 100% owners of Rafting New Zealand and currently contracts Tongariro River Rafting as their interim Operator. Tongariro River Rafting 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.
Rafting New Zealand first began as Rock ‘n’ River Adventures in 1991. Its founders Rod Brown and Tui Brabyn, had a vision to operate, not necessarily the biggest, but definitely the best white water rafting business in Aotearoa (New Zealand). Rod’s daughter, Pianika and husband Luke Boddington then acquired the business and created the Rafting New Zealand brand. In 2019, Lake Rotoaira Forest Trust became a business partner before acquiring the business outright.
For customer feedback go to:
www.tripadvisor.com – Rafting New Zealand Turangi or
www.rankers.co.nz – Rafting New Zealand.
OUR ENVIRONMENT!
Here at Rafting New Zealand we are proud environmentalists and often awake saying, “another day in paradise”.
We are lucky enough to have our ‘’office’’ as some of New Zealand’s most beautiful and pristine wilderness. Our river base location, at the southern end of Great Lake Taupo (New Zealand’s biggest lake) and nestled amongst the mountains of the Tongariro National Park (Dual World Heritage Area), home of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing means we live and work in a natural playground of unsurpassed beauty.
OUR RAFTING FACILITIES!
Located at the southern end of Lake Taupo in the village of Turangi (Tongariro River), you get to experience a unique part of Aotearoa just by visiting us. Our current facilities are located at The Rafting Centre, 133 Atirau Road, Turangi with a friendly atmosphere and service, you are well catered for!
STAFF – GEAR – SAFETY!
Our current operator, Tongariro River Rafting are the longest serving rafting company on the Tongariro River. The staff are our biggest asset, they are highly trained Kiwi professionals and outdoor adventurers who love what they do and will keep you safe.
Our gear is updated annually and is of excellent condition.
We are audited each year and continually receive the thumbs up for safety and service – you can be completely confident when booking your rafting adventure with us.
