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Minimum Age: 6

Trip Length: 5-7 hours

Single Day Rates

Weekday: $115
Saturday: $145
Sunday: $115
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Value Package Rates

Weekday: $150
Saturday: $180
Sunday: $150
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Float Trip Includes:

  • Continental Breakfast
  • Round-Trip River Shuttle
  • All necessary River Equipment
  • Delicious Riverside Deli Lunch
  • Complimentary Beverages after Rafting

Discover the joy of rafting along this mellow and scenic section of America’s newest National Park: New River Gorge National Park & Preserve. The Upper New River Canyon is a fun-filled adventure perfect for families with young children and teens. You’ll never forget their childhood so take them to a place they’ll never forget! Get the kids away from technology and into nature, reconnecting as a family. This soft, scenic introduction to rafting is also recommended for adults looking for a low impact adventure.

The trip is characterized by mild waves, playful pools with a few easy rapids and a glorious glimpse of nature at its best. Along the way there are plenty of opportunities to swim, play, paddle, spot wildlife, take photos and just relax. Choose to be in a guided raft or try paddling your own highly responsive, easy to paddle “ducky” (inflatable kayak which holds one or two people) on our full-day trips for added challenges and fun. You can also opt to upgrade to an oar-assisted raft and let the guide do all the work.

River Expeditions guides are friendly, experienced, patient and engaging. They’re committed to showing your family a fantastic time on the river. Your guide will seamlessly blend talent with enthusiasm while sharing their love and knowledge of the river.

*Any Kids rafting free must be included in the reservation total at the time of booking to ensure correct trip logistics (staffing, transportation, meals) – thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

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Small Raft Upgrades

River Expeditions offers the option to upgrade to a smaller raft, allowing you the flexibility to choose EITHER a more challenging ride OR a more “personal” raft to maintain closeness with only those in your party. Small rafts upgrades are available as an add-on to any river trip we run. Two small raft options include: 7-person maximum (Wildside) or 4-person maximum (Extreme Wildside).

For those who seek to test your limits and an even bigger adrenaline rush, smaller rafts provide higher performance and increased maneuverability. This aggressive approach is for experienced, enthusiastic paddlers who want to see the river from a new perspective. On the Gauley River, this trip is recommended for those over the age of 18, with prior class V+ rafting experience, excellent health and the ability to calmly respond to adverse and difficult whitewater situations.

For those who seek to experience the river in a more personal setting, without the added challenge, smaller rafts can offer the feel of a “private” raft. This option is great families or groups who want to stay together in their own raft. When reserving a small raft, please specify whether you want a more thrilling ride or want to maintain closeness with those in your group. Small raft upgrades are available on any trip offered on the New River or Gauley River, based on availability. Some restrictions may apply.

RATES

SMALL RAFT UPGRADE  GUESTS PER BOAT  NEW RIVER  GAULEY RIVER
Wildside 7 $140* $210*
Extreme Wildside 4 $140* $180*

* Small raft prices are per boat per, day. An additional $20 per person applies to these upgrade rates on Saturdays and Holiday Sundays. No Small Raft Upgrades on the first two Saturdays in September.