Welcome to River Rats, New Zealand’s White Water Rafting and Adventure specialists.

River Rats Raft & Kayak have been offering quality adventures for over 25 years. We pride ourselves on a safety first culture and our attention to detail.

There’s something for everyone, from a gentle grade 2 scenic raft trip suitable for participants as young as 5, through to full on grade 5 action featuring the world’s highest commercially rafted waterfall. Kayaking is available as freedom hire or a guided tour. Paddle the local lakes to a secluded beach or enjoy a hot water swim only accessible by boat.

Whether you are wanting to experience a family adventure or team building exercise, perfect for schools or conference groups, we have a range of Rafting & Kayaking options, other adventures, and more exhilarating activities in and around Rotorua to choose from.

WE ARE PROUD TO SUPPORT CONSERVATION WEEK 

Special Packages

New Package specials are coming soon, watch this space or contact us to organise a custom package for you. See our other activities page for a range of great activities that you can book through us.

River Rats is proud to support conservation week. We are sponsoring prizes for people attending conservation week events. Every event you attend gives you an entry in the draw. We are also running our own event doing a clean up on the Ohau Channel.  Joing us at 1pm on the 18th of September.

Testimonials
Hi Justin,
We are safely home now and want to thank you and all of your crew for providing such an awesome experience. Both the Wairoa and the Kaituna rafting experiences are imprinted in our memories. Neville was our first guide and we felt very comfortable in his hands. He has a very dry sense of humour which was also appreciated. Matt was our guide on the Wairoa, he was an asset to your company. As you know we did as much as we could fit into our holiday, and yours was the best by far. We are spreading the word and we WILL be back. I am trying to convince my other two kids to come with me next January.We cant thank you enough for providing such a treat and look forward to seeing you again.
Rhonda, Lennon and Kane.       Read More >>