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

Mon 21 Oct

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Starting at $130.77

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Mon 21 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

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)

Niagralover

Sep 2019

We went for our anniversary last weekend. This was the most fun i've ever had. The rapids were exhilarating. This is something you don't want to miss out on. The guides were hilarious and did a great job of instructing us to keep us safe. I can't wait to go back and do this river again and maybe the Gauley, if I am feeling brave.

Response from Host

Sep 2019

Thank you for spending such a special day with us! We'd love to see you out on the river again! Happy Anniversary!

Caleb K

Sep 2019

We did a Labor Day trip and had a great experience! Our guide was funny and full of stories and history lesson as we floated 8 miles down a really fun stretch of river. I can't say enough good things about how fun this trip was!

Response from Host

Sep 2019

Thank you for spending your Labor Day holiday with us, Caleb! We're so happy to hear you had fun with us! We take pride in our guide team! Hope to see you out on the river with us again soon!

karlyp267

Sep 2019

Our guide, Caveman, made our rafting experience incredible. He guided us, challenged us, and continually impressed us with his knowledge and skill. The 1/2 day trip flew by as we had opportunities to float down the river, swim through rapids, and jump of rocks. The guides and trip leader were persistent in sharing important information and keeping everyone in our raft and trip safe. Our raft was filled were 3 different groups of 2-3 people each and it was a great opportunity to meet people from all over the country and hear about the travel experiences and recommendations in the area.