The Survival

Rafting down the Kaituna River and conquering its 7m waterfall

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July 22nd 2012
My rafting trip began with a pick-up at 12.30. The shuttle of Kaituna Cascades (the rafting company) was punctual and the driver was really friendly. The car was a small ATV (All terrain vehicles) for about 8 people. But they were also able to pick up more people with a small bus. First of all we drove to the base of Kaituna Cascades, which was not that far away. During the 30 minute drive ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » North Island » Rotorua

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The Polynesian Maori reached New Zealand in about A.D. 800. In 1840, their chieftains entered into a compact with Britain, the Treaty of Waitangi, in which they ceded sovereignty to Queen Victoria while retaining territorial rights. In that same year... ... read more