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White water rafting
When you combine the natural elements of superb white water rapids with a pristine environment boasting crystal-clear drinkable water and lush native bush, you really do have a world-class setting.
Taupo is home to two excellent operators, offering white water rafting, family and eco experiences, and epic heli-rafting adventures on the Tongariro, Waikato and backcountry rivers.
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Rafting
Rafting New Zealand
Maori owned and operated, Rafting New Zealand has been operating for over 25 years and is New Zealand’s best, safest and most awarded Rafting Company. Providing authentic Rafting adventures for ages 3 and up. No experience necessary.
$89 - $179 Book now -
Skydiving
Duck'n'Dive - Rafting and Skydiving
Experience NZ's finest scenery from the air and on the water! The Duck & Dive combo gives you the chance to skydive and raft in two of the most beautiful spots in the Central North Island.
$365 Book now -
Water activities
Whio (Blue Duck) Rafting Experience
A unique, hands-on New Zealand eco-adventure: help us protect the rare and endangered Whio (Blue Duck) population from predators while rafting the beautiful Tongariro River.
$179 Book now -
Fishing – Fresh Water
Tongariro Whitewater Raft-Fishing
Rafting New Zealand are proud to offer the ultimate Raft Fishing Tongariro fly fishing trips. Fly Fishing and Rafting on the spectacular Upper Tongariro River is the ultimate Fly Fishing adventure.
$699 Book now -
Scenic flights
Fly n Raft combo - Taupo's Float Plane & Whitewater Rafting
Enjoy an exciting yet scenic 20 minute flight to the Southern end of Lake Taupo. Land and be picked up for a Whitewater Rafting adventure with Tongariro River Rafting. Return transport to your Taupo accommodation & afternoon meal Included.
$329 Book now -
Rafting
Tongariro White Water - Rafting New Zealand
The Tongariro Whitewater Grade 3 is our most popular adventure and thNZ's best half day rafting adventure - Our most popular trip - You'll raft over 50 plus exciting rapids, through a beautiful volcanic gorge & enjoy on river hot chocolate & snacks.
$119 - $179 Book now -
Rafting
H2-Ohh Combo - Hukafalls Jet & Whitewater Rafting
White water adventure that’s splashtastic. Dash to the base of the spectacular Huka Falls onboard a twin engined V6 jet boat. Then carry on your adventure with whitewater rafting. Transfers and light end of day meal included. Family fun option also.
$209 Book now -
Rafting
White Water Rafting - Tongariro River Rafting
Want the BEST possible rafting experience in the Taupo Region? We're the number one rated Taupo rafting experience on TripAdvisor. We've had over 230,000 customers in the last 27 years. Hands down this is the most fun in the Taupo region!
$145 Book now -
Rafting
Tongariro Multi-Day Rafting Adventure - Rafting New Zealand
New Zealand’s best multi-day rafting adventure happens just a few minutes outside of Turangi on the Tongariro River – world famous for its pristine water, incredible scenery and awesome wild life.
$410 Book now -
Bungy
The Big Splash
The Big Splash is about being wet in the summer and cool in the winter, by doing a wicked combination of bungy jumping and rafting. With two locally owned and operated companies, we offer an action-packed day, that's on the wild side.
$270 Book now
