Price from:
32 USD
A 6-mile river trip which takes about 2.5 to 3 hours to paddle with class I & II rapids!
**Included in price:** Rental of boat, paddles, life jackets, safety orientation, river maps, use of dry bags, and all required shuttles.
Duration
Total trip experience is typically around 2.5 to 3 Hours, plus time for orientation, launching, and return shuttle. Return shuttle times: 3:00pm, 3:30pm, 4:00pm, & 4:30pm All trips must end by 4:30pm, no exceptions.
**Please plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to reservation time.**
Trip Summary
Featuring a fun & exciting river section with good current and numerous Class I & II rapids. Short but fun afternoon trip. Trip departs from our Buchanan riverfront location paddles downstream to the Breeden Bottom Arcadia Campground by the Arcadia James River bridge. As this trip ends downstream it requires a return shuttle. This trip is more challenging than the Springwood float.
Trip Requirements
All trips require at least 2 people per party
All participants **must be able to swim** and not be afraid of the water.
Footwear is required.
All participants must be at least 6 years old.
No alcohol is allowed on the river per Virginia State law.
Please keep in mind that there is inherent risk in all outdoor activities and our trips may not be suitable for everyone.
Booking Notes
**RECOMMENDED ITEMS**
- APPROPRIATE RIVER CLOTHING - Please arrive dressed ready to hit the river, typically swim suits, T shirts, and quick drying shorts. In cooler weather wear clothing that will keep you warm when wet such as polypropylene.
- APPROPRIATE RIVER FOOTWEAR - Old Tennis Shoes or river sandals with ankle straps (NO FLIP FLOPS OR BARE FEET)
- PICNIC LUNCH
- DRINKS - Be sure to bring plenty to drink while on the river. Make sure to pack non-breakable containers. (No alcohol allowed).
- SUNSCREEN
- LEAVE IN CAR - Towel, Change of clothes, and dry shoes
Completed liability waiver (speeds up check in)
**OPTIONAL ITEMS**
- SUNGLASSES
- SUN HAT
- INSECT REPELLENT
- FISHING GEAR & LICENSE - CELLULAR PHONE (Dry boxes available upon request)
- EYEGLASS STRAPS
- RAIN GEAR
Bring any necessary allergy or other medications with you on the river that you would not want to be without for a few hours. (Example: Bee Sting kit, Insulin, etc.)
Please remember that all gear you take with you is at risk of getting lost and wet! Outfitter not responsible for any lost items. We stock the majority of these items in our store, so if you forget something you can pick it up when you check in.
