3-Hour Nantahala River Fully Guided Rafting Experience
Overview
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3 hours
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We have the best location on the Nantahala River being located right at the takeout. This means you'll only ride the bus once and you'll finish at your car. After the river, enjoy one of our two restaurants by the river.
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All necessary rafting equipment, including life jackets and helmets (optional)
What To Expect
The Nantahala River is perfect for first timers and experienced rafters alike. It is perfect for families, couples, and all adventurers. After checking in, you will get geared up, go through a pre-trip safety talk and video and then jump on the bus for short ride to the put-in. Then in it's down the river you go to enjoy the Nantahala's fun and splashy rapids along with the spectacular mountain scenery of the Nantahala River Gorge. The grand finale of the trip is the Class III Nantahala Falls!
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3-Hour Nantahala River Fully Guided Rafting Experience
Reviews
172 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun times!
Inspire14704213178,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great time! Enjoyed the trip down the river, great guides and lots of fun! Very safety focused! Was a great day on the water.
A splashing great time!
HILLARY M,
Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I admit I was nervous and didn't know what to expect. All the staff was knowledgeable and clear with their instructions. We enjoyed this experience and plan on doing it again in the future.
Just do it!!
gwenl614,
Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best trip yet!! Fifth time in the last 40 years. Last trip was unguided with our 'tween kids. At 70 & 76 we opted for guided. Robert told us things about the surroundings, took us on a couple of spins around big rocks and didn't loose anyone out the raft. One person needed to check her sugar and eat something to bring it up once. Robert had her kit in the watertight first aid box and simply pulled over when she needed to. We watched the other two rafts attempt a rock spin and off we went. You will get wet so take the optional long sleeve (n/c) top unless it's 90 degrees outside and you want to cool down.
Rafting the Nantahala River with the NOC and raft Guide Maddy Best.
Richard H,
Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Maddy Best was so great as our guide. She did a great job preparing us for what was to come…. Loudly and clearly explained the safety tips before beginning the trip and again reminded us along the way . She kept us well entertained the entire route. I was very impressed by her knowledge of the river and its incredible history.
Great family adventure.
Lori R,
Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great way to spend time with our grandson. Hunter is a great guide and safely navigated all the rapids for maximum thrill. Highly recommend..
Amazing guides and beautiful river !
madisonv240,
Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I had an amazing experience!! Our guide Cody was so funny and made our adventure fun and exciting !! We would definitely recommend :)
Would recommend this to anyone who wants a fun adventure I’m 69 and my 65 we may have to go again thanks 🙏.
B9884LXmichaeld,
Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time our guide was a lot of fun made trip so much more enjoyable. We had went on this trip 20 years ago we enjoyed it then but thought it was much better this time.
The best birthday celebration!
Karynlynn T,
Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Anna was our guide. She was extremely knowledgeable, super fun and friendly and made our first experience one to be remembered. We are already planning our next trip. Make sure you tip your guide!!!
BEAUTIFUL, FUN. JUST RIGHT.
SFLANATIVE,
Aug 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00WENT ON A 3 HOUR AND OUR GUIDE WAS MADIE. SHE WAS GREAT. SHE MADE IT FUN WITH 9 360'S, DOUBLE BUMPS... SHE KNEW WHAT SHE WAS DOING AND MADE IT FUN. WHAT MORE CAN YOU ASK FOR. THANKS MADIE!!!
Fun day!
amysX3119BG,
Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had Kevin in Heaven as our guide! He was phenomenal! Kept us safe and made us laugh. Def recommend a trip down the river.
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