Rotorua is an adventure-lover's paradise!
We have some of the country’s most innovative people here in Rotorua who've invented world-first amazing attractions and activities such as ZORB, the Luge at Skyline Rotorua, and Vertigo, New Zealand's first 43-metre (141-foot) freefall.
Rotorua is also home to the world-famous Kaituna River where you can raft over the world’s highest commercially raftable waterfall, Tutea Falls, at 7 metres (23 feet).
For the mild adventurer to the most hard-core action seeker, Rotorua will not disappoint.
Motion Entertainment
Adventure, East
Fun for all ages with 10 attractions under one roof. Create your own adventure in New Zealand's largest range of face-to-face fun in the country!
DriftKartz
Adventure, Central
Race on an indoor go-kart drift track and see if you have what it takes to control the out-of-control race karts!
Kaitiaki Adventures - Rafting the Kaituna River
Adventure
Multi-award winning Kaitiaki Adventures is passionate about continually providing world-class adventure tourism experiences in Rotorua. They love to share Aotearoa’s stunning environment, history and unique Māori culture, all the while infusing your experience with the warm and caring manaakitanga (hospitality) Rotorua is renowned for.
Raftabout Whitewater Rafting & Sledging
Adventure
If you're looking for an awesome day out whitewater rafting, then look no further than Raftabout, a family-owned company that aims to excel.
Rotorua Paddle Tours
Adventure
Stand-up paddle (SUP) board tours and lessons on Lake Rotorua and surrounding waterways.
Action Bug - Rangitāiki with Riverbug.NZ
Adventure, South
Try something truly new! This Action Bug tour mixes a Riverbug with generous portions of whitewater in a breathtaking gorge on the Rangitāiki River between Rotorua and Whakatāne. This is an unforgettable experience that's unique to the Bay of Plenty.
ZORB
Adventure, North
Superman dive into a giant inflatable ball and roll down Mt Ngongotahā in a ZORB, where the fun will have you laughing uncontrollably.
Freestyle Airbag at Velocity Valley
Adventure, North
Hit air like never before! Looking for a safe and soft place to have a crack at your first bike backflip, or progress your freestyle tricks?
Mt Kakaramea (Rainbow Mountain) Summit Track
Adventure
A 2.5km walk or mountain bike ride to the top of Mt Kakaramea rewards you with breathtaking 360° views.