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National Park Whitewater Rafting in New River Gorge WV

National Park Whitewater Rafting in New River Gorge WV

Overview

Real deal guided whitewater rafting through the spectacular New River Gorge National Park. Another notch on your bucket list - or become a whitewater frequent paddler! Class III/IV rapids provide excitement and a trip you will never forget. Amazing scenery, high adventure, no experience required, trips run March through October each year. Day trips meet at 9 AM and include a riverside catered lunch break at the halfway point. Short on time? Try the Afternoon Express run, meeting 3 PM daily.

City: West Virginia

Sat 16 Nov

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Starting at $88.00

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Sat 16 Nov

Starting at $88.00

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
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Recommended for ages 11 and up
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Call to discuss disability or service animal accommodation.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Advise guide of any relevant medical conditions prior to trip start. Consult your physician about medical concerns prior to rafting.
Each group will enjoy this trip in their own raft with their professional guide. No groups will be mixed between rafts.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (192)

MAE J

Jul 2018

This activity including a lunch was poorly thought out and delivered. The rafting was less than exciting, there were only three particularly swift rapids. The rest was a yawn! The lunch stop had no where for people to sit with any kind of comfort. They could at least have scouted out the area and set up some logs to sit on. The visitors had to make their own sandwiches and the watermelon was a yellow one that was not sweet. Do not book with this tour .

Response from Host

Jul 2018

Mae, I wish you had told us that you weren't satisfied with your experience - guest satisfaction is second only to safety here at West Virginia Adventures. When we discussed your group and our available adventures we chose the Family Day Trip with Lunch because of the milder water appropriate for less active/experienced paddlers and kids under 11. This is a scenic float with a few small Class II and III rapids - ideal, in our opinion, for the small kids and older adults in your group. The New River Gorge is a National River, protected by the US Park Service. It isn't legal or appropriate to set up logs or benches in this wild place, so most of our guests choose to sit in the grass or on natural logs and rocks. We have literally never had a complaint about the lack of seating at lunch - but know that our team will meet to brainstorm ways to make our guests more comfortable. Our meal service is served buffet style so our guests can build the meal that fits their food preferences and hunger level. I'm sorry your experience wasn't what your group was seeking. I'll be in touch today to see if there is anything we can do to make it right. Thanks again for choosing West Virginia Adventures.

Johnny_V969

Jul 2018

We had a lot of fun. The river was running high when we went in May 2018 so we could not do the class 3-4 but is certainly was worth it. Stayed in the cabin they have there plus one tent. Cabin was very nice and updated. Good coffee in the room. There were some decent restaurants in the area.

Beth v

Jul 2018

Our family of 5 (2 18 year olds, 1 21 year old and 52 year old parents). Lots of fun, good rapids, a chance to swim - all in under 3 hours. The actual time on the river was 90 minutes - time to get to the river, put in and and then take out, load up and drive back was the other 90. Nonetheless - we all had a great time and was a perfect afternoon stop on our way to Virginia.

Response from Host

Jul 2018

Beth, we're glad you all had a great trip! High water does make a fast trip on the river - we normally spend closer to 3 hours on the water! Glad you all were able to catch some big waves while flows were big!