With a vibrant city, charming small towns, picturesque beaches and an abundance of things to see and do, the Bay of Plenty on New Zealand’s North Island is the perfect place for a day out or an extended getaway. The Bay of Plenty can be enjoyed at any time of the year, as the temperate…
Desperate for things to do on a rainy day? At Kaituna Cascades, we know the feeling! Fortunately, we know exactly what heals those rainy day blues – white water rafting throughout Rotorua and beyond. If you’re eager to fill these days with blood-pumping excitement, we have outlined all the top rafting destinations in New Zealand…
Winter white water rafting in New Zealand is the adventure of a lifetime, and for those who come to Kaituna Cascades for rafting expeditions in Rotorua, there’s no better rainy day activity for Rotorua visitors. Certainly, just because the weather is chilly, doesn’t mean you have to miss out! However, you do have to wear…
The difference between white water rafting and black water rafting is, literally, night and day! Before you choose the right rafting expedition for you, we at Kaituna Cascades explore the many differences below. What is white water rafting? White water rafting involves navigating fast-flowing rivers above ground, where rafters will encounter turbulent rapids and…
Of all the activities to do in Rotorua, white water rafting is definitely the most exciting and exhilarating. Nothing quite beats the adrenaline rush that comes from navigating a challenging course of rapids in a raft and sharing in the thrill with friends, family or colleagues. This inherently risky sport is so widespread nowadays…
If you’re looking for one of the most memorable Christmas functions ever, you can’t go wrong with a thrilling white water rafting experience that will not only be a ton of fun but will also serve as a great bonding experience for your team. At Kaituna Cascades, our awesome Okere Falls rafting base of…
So you’ve booked your rafting session and you are counting down the days until it happens! But you are not entirely sure how to prepare yourself for the day, and what you should and shouldn’t bring with you. As rafting experts, we have compiled a list of some of the must-have items for your…
Whether you are a group of friends looking for something exciting to do, a family looking for a bonding activity over the holidays, or a corporate group wanting to partake in a team-building session near Auckland, white water rafting has a lot to offer and is definitely worth looking into. In this article, we’ll…