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Lower New River Whitewater Rafting Trip

Overview
With the help of an expert guide, your crew will navigate the most exciting stretch of the New River. The Lower New is one of the most popular river trips in the country with over 25 rapids rated class I-V. Between rapids, enjoy calm and relaxing pools, stories about the area’s old coal towns and beautiful scenery. The ever changing water levels offer a different and exciting trip every time.  The Lower New is the perfect first-time rafting trip balancing adrenaline and fun. Riverside lunch and equipment included. Minimum of 2 guests required to book. Maximum 8 guests per raft.
City: West Virginia
Sun 20 Oct
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Starting at $130.77
Sun 20 Oct
Starting at $130.77
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What's Included
Professional guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Lunch
Beverages
Additional Info
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age is 12 years
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Face masks provided for travellers
  • Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
  • Gear/equipment sanitised between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Need guests' permission to combine groups on activity.
What To Expect
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Adventures on the Gorge
Meet your rafting trip leader at the departure point. You will listen to a brief orientation and get your gear (personal flotation device, helmet and paddle). Then, you will have a 30-minute ride on a school bus down to the river put-in. Your guide will go over additional instructions once you get in the raft. The trip begins with a few smaller class I-III rapids as you ease into paddling and working as a team. Then, you hit some bigger rapids rated class IV-V. About half way through the trip, your trip will pull over and eat a deli-style lunch on the shore. After lunch, you will continue downstream into the heart of the Gorge. Here you’ll go through several rapids rated class III-V.  Between rapids, there is time for swimming, floating and maybe (based on water levels) jumping off of rocks. The trip ends just past the New River Gorge Bridge.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (119)
phoebe33k
Jul 2020
This was my family’s first time rafting, and it set the bar super high. Our guide Cosmo was kind, funny, and engaging, and he inspired all of us to work together to to create a truly splendid group experience. By the end, my kids and I felt like he and the other family on the boat were our friends. The rapids were absolutely thrilling, and Cosmo did a fantastic job coaching us through them. He was also knowledgeable about the history and ecology of the area, and spent time sharing stories with us in the quieter moments of the trip. The entire operation was organized, responsible, friendly, and energetic. Their love of rafting and the river came through In their service. We will absolutely be returning. Can’t wait! Thank you!
ashleybM6741KW
Jul 2020
Amazing guide. Great conditions. So fun and exhilarating ! Beautiful day. Knowledgeable guides. Great day !
F1982NEemilyb
Jul 2020
We had a fabulous time! Our guide, Ray Ray, was so funny and informative; but more importantly, he knew what he was doing on the river! It was an absolutely amazing experience and can’t wait to do it again!

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