Rotorua Rafting & Kayaking Adventures

River Rats Raft & Kayak — Rotorua Rafting and Kayaking

River Rats Raft & Kayak operates guided rafting and kayaking trips from Rotorua in the Bay of Plenty. The operator offers a spectrum of river and lake experiences, from scenic Grade 2 paddles to technical Grade 5 whitewater. For travelers searching for Rotorua rafting, Bay of Plenty kayaking, or specific rivers like the Rangitaiki and Kaituna, River Rats Raft & Kayak lists multiple route options and guided departures.

Key trips and highlights

• Rangitaiki - Grade 3-4: A whitewater rafting option listed by the operator. Suitable for guests seeking moderate to challenging river sections.
• Rangitaiki - Grade 2 Scenic Trip: A lower-grade scenic rafting alternative on the Rangitaiki River for calmer water experiences.
• Kaituna River - Grade 5: A high-grade rafting offering described by the operator as Grade 5.
• Tongariro Rafting - Grade 3: Guided rafting on Tongariro River sections noted as Grade 3.
• Kayaking - Ohau Channel Freedom Trip: A named kayaking experience departing from Rotorua area waterways.
• Kayaking - Evening Guided Hot Pools: An evening guided kayak trip to Manupirua Springs Hot Pools on Lake Rotoiti with a sunset paddle, Kiwi BBQ dinner, a soak in natural hot springs, and a visit to glow worm caves.
• Kayaking - Guided Hot Pools: Additional guided hot pools kayak options are available in listings.

Why search for River Rats Raft & Kayak

• Location-focused: Based in Rotorua, the operator serves the Bay of Plenty and nearby river systems. Searches for “Rotorua kayaking” or “Bay of Plenty rafting” will match offerings tied to this locality.
• Range of grades: Trip listings include Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 3–4 and Grade 5 options, allowing visitors to filter by desired difficulty and style of experience.
• Evening hot pools paddles: The Evening Guided Hot Pools trip includes paddling to Manupirua Springs Hot Pools, dining, soaking, and a glow worm cave visit — a combined kayaking and scenic evening experience listed by the operator.

Booking and planning tips

• Check trip grade when selecting a tour to match fitness and experience levels. Grades indicate relative river difficulty.
• Confirm departure location in Rotorua and any required meeting points or transfers when booking.
• For family groups, review the specific trip description (Grade 2 scenic options and certain kayak trips can be more family-friendly).
• For safety and inclusions, consult the operator’s booking details or third-party listings for equipment, age limits, and guide-to-guest ratios.

Keywords to use while searching

Use search terms such as Rotorua rafting, Kaituna Grade 5 rafting, Rangitaiki rafting, Tongariro rafting Grade 3, Bay of Plenty kayaking, Ohau Channel kayak, Manupirua Springs hot pools kayak, and Rotorua evening kayak glow worms to find the specific trips River Rats Raft & Kayak lists.

River Rats Raft & Kayak is presented on editorial and booking listings for Rotorua area water experiences. For the most accurate availability, safety information, age restrictions, and pricing, consult the operator’s direct booking channels or the third-party platform where the trip is listed.