White Water Rafting Trip on the Lower New River, West Virginia

Overview

Accompanied by an expert guide, you will navigate the most exciting stretch of the New River in West Virginia. The Lower New is one of the most popular river trips in the United States, featuring over 25 rapids rated Class I-V, balancing adrenaline and fun. Between the rapids, you can enjoy calm pools for relaxation while learning about the region's former coal mining towns and admiring the beautiful scenery. Constantly changing water levels ensure a different and thrilling journey every time. Necessary equipment and a riverside lunch are included. A minimum of 2 guests is required to book, and each raft accommodates a maximum of 8 guests.

Itinerary

1. 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.

How to use your ticket

• Minimum age is 12 years • Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Not recommended for pregnant women.
• Public transport available nearby.
• Suitable for all fitness levels.
• Minimum age is 12 years.
• A vegetarian option is available; please notify at the time of booking if required.
• This activity can accommodate a maximum of 32 travellers.
• Confirmation is sent within 48 hours, subject to availability.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation for a full refund at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure date.

• This activity may be cancelled if there are insufficient participants.

Who is it for?

• Travellers aged 12 and over
• First-time rafters seeking a mix of adrenaline and leisure
• People travelling in groups or pairs (minimum 2 people)

What makes it different

• Technical route with over 25 Class I-V rapids
• Riverside lunch and drinks included
• Full equipment provided

Frequently asked questions

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Product code: 17543P3

Activity offered by Adventures on the Gorge via Viator.