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Family Rafting in the New River Gorge National Park

Family Rafting in the New River Gorge National Park

Overview

Enjoy fantastic family-friendly rafting in America's newest national park! Enjoy a gentle float with:
- National Park scenery and beauty.
- Class I/II family-friendly rapids; just enough bounce and ripple to have fun.
- Suitable for children ages 5+, perfect trip for multi-generational family outings.
- Buffet-style lunch along the river (9 AM trips only); have special dietary requirements? Just let us know 48 hours prior to your trip!
- Have bigger kids or teens? Want some parent-child teamwork? Let us know, and we'll provide inflatable kayaks that you can try out for part of the trip.
- Like the water? This section of river provides plenty of opportunity to cool off by floating or even swimming a gentle rapid if you'd like to go all in.

City: West Virginia

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $79.20

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $79.20

Make a reservation

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What's Included

9 AM Trips Only - Buffet lunch typically including build-your-own sandwiches, fresh fruits and veggies, chips, beans, potato salad, coleslaw, hummus, desserts, beverages.

Professional guide in your raft

Local taxes

Personal flotation device (life vest), helmet, paddle.

Additional Info

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Recommended for ages 5 and up
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Call to discuss disability or service animal accommodation.
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Advise guide of any relevant medical conditions prior to trip start. Consult physican regarding any medical concerns prior to rafting.
Groups will be in their own raft with their guide. Groups will not share raft space with other groups.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (81)

M5750GXjennifera

Sep 2022

Thanks to our wonderful guide, Randy (aka Wolfman), our float on the Upper New River was the best part of our WV vacation. He was knowledgable, funny, and encouraging. The river is beautiful and peaceful, with a few more intense spots along the way to keep it from being boring. Recognizing that the 3 teenagers in our family of 5 were quite capable of doing more advanced rapids, the staff offered to let us take a kayak along with the raft. Under Randy's guidance, each of them enjoyed some time hitting the class 3 spots alone in the kayak while the rest of us were in the raft. They loved it! We hope to get back next summer. All of the staff we dealt without WV Adventures were friendly and professional. If you are in the area, take advantage of the services of this great company.

Response from Host

Sep 2022

We are so happy to hear you all had a great time on the Upper New section. Taking inflatable kayaks is a great way to spice up the run! We hope to see you all back again to take on the Lower New!

Cindy52830

Sep 2022

This was our first rafting experience and first visit to WV. Our guide Patrick and the gentleman who drove the van made the whole experience wonderful. They were extremely knowledgeable about the landscape, which made for interesting conversation during the drive to and from the river. For planning, you may want to consider that the drive was 30-45 min each way. Patrick provided excellent instructions for rafting which made us feel extra safe, especially being first-timers. Our group was 2 adults, and 3 kids ages 10-12. Words cannot explain the beauty and tranquility of the scenery. We even got to see a bear cub swimming across the river! This was a day that our family will remember forever. I highly recommend this company.

Response from Host

Sep 2022

Thank you so much, Cindy! The beauty of the Upper New river section is truly incredible and wed are so happy to hear you all enjoyed the experience! We hope you all come back again soon!

816hoangd

Sep 2022

Hanah and tour folks are extremely friendly and caring. We took 9 am trip on Upper New River and ended around 3. Trip is longer compared to others. Scenes are very beautiful, peaceful and serene.

Response from Host

Sep 2022

Thank you so much! We hope to see you all again in the future!