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Nantahala River 3-Hour Fully Guided Rafting Experience
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Nantahala River 3-Hour Fully Guided Rafting Experience

by Nantahala Outdoor Center

3 hours
Mountain
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3 hours
Starting time
Monday 26 October 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 25 Oct 2026.
$117.72$130.80Save 10%
2 adults × $58.86
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

The Nantahala River 3-Hour Fully Guided Rafting Experience starts at the takeout point on the Nantahala River, located near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in the USA. Participants meet at this location and receive all necessary rafting equipment, including life jackets and optional helmets. After gearing up, the group boards the raft and spends three hours navigating the river under the guidance of an experienced guide. The trip covers a scenic section of the river, offering a mix of calm and exciting water. Upon completion, participants return to the takeout point, where they find their vehicles. Two riverside restaurants are available nearby for those who wish to have a meal after the rafting.

Highlights

Start rafting directly at the Nantahala River takeout location
About three hours of guided rafting on the river
Only one bus ride required for the entire trip
Finish the trip at your car for convenience
Access to two restaurants by the river after rafting
Includes all necessary rafting equipment and optional helmets

What's included

All necessary rafting equipment including life jackets and optional helmets

Itinerary

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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!

180 min

Meeting point

Please check-in 30 minutes prior your trip time at our Center located at 13077 Highway 19 West, Bryson City, NC USA.

End point

Please check-in 30 minutes prior your trip time at our Center located at 13077 Highway 19 West, Bryson City, NC USA.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Not advised during pregnancy
Suitable for all fitness levels
Total
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