At Kaituna Cascades, we’ve often traversed the waters of Taupo for fun-filled white water rafting. It’s fair to say that this activity is filled with countless thrills and spills – of which there are too many to count! But, if you’re interested in taking on this rush of adventure, here are the benefits (and drawbacks!)…
Can You Go Rafting in the Rain? Many eager rafters have pressed our professionals at Kaituna Cascades with the question: ‘Can you go rafting in the rain?’ We understand the curiosity, particularly when it comes to such an adrenaline-rushing, high-octane sport. The short answer is yes, you can, and white water rafting is actually one…
Where to go Rafting in Rotorua Rafting is one of the most popular activities to do in Rotorua—and it’s easy to see why. Rotorua has some of the most awe-inspiring landscapes in the world, including spectacular lakes, wonderful forests, a geothermal wonderland, an astounding volcanic valley, and the largest geyser in the Southern hemisphere. Whether…
The Bay of Plenty is a stunning bight along the north coast of North Island, New Zealand. It is renowned for its magnificent coastline and abundance of marine wildlife. Whether you want to spend some time exploring, wish to relax with family, or fancy seeing some wondrous wildlife, here are just some of the things…
Rotorua is exciting, one of the gems of New Zealand, and a place with an almost unlimited amount of adventure activities to enjoy! If you have found yourself desperate to unleash your inner daredevil for a while, it might be time to pay a visit. For thrilling adventure activities in Rotorua, we at Kaituna…
Over 40% of residents in Rotorua are Māori, amounting to almost 30,000 people! From an abundance of indigenous food, carving, weaving and traditional massage to the tangible spirit of manaakitanga (hospitality) shared between locals and tourists, vibrant Māori traditions live on in Rotorua in a multitude of ways. The most significant of these traditions…
Rafting is the perfect summer sport, a thrilling ride down a river where you can fully immerse yourself in the beauty of nature. If you’re planning to do some rafting, there is an important choice for you to consider: rafting or white-water rafting. Here you can discover some of the key differences between the…
Rafting is a very popular activity for all ages, whether alone or with friends and family. However, some people may be put off taking part due to concerns over just how safe it is. Whether you’ve taken part in water-based activities before or you’re completely new to them, it’s normal to have some concerns over…
With modern society’s reliance on technology and smartphones, it goes without saying that most of us are now disconnected from nature. To rectify this, we have created this blog to include 4 ways that you can get closer to nature. Whether that is through adventure activities in Rotorua or just something as simple as…
Are you planning to go on holiday soon? If so, then it might be worthwhile to consider how you can make your holiday more eco-friendly. After all, there are growing concerns about climate change and global warming, and the tourism industry also has an impact on it – think, travel (airplanes, tourist waste etc.). …