Price from:
105 USD
*A Special Excursion with Select Availability*
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Rates
- **Group of 4-12:** $150 per person
- **Group of 12-24:** $120 per person
- **Group of 25+:** $105 per person
This trip is for ages 11+.
**Monday-Thursday: Get 20% Off!
First Responders: Get 50% Off!**
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Duration
6 Hours
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About
A special trip down the Lower Gauley, which only runs a few weeks each year. Our highly experienced guides will navigate you through Class III/IV rapids that most people never see. Beautiful history-laden terrain. Includes catered lunch break on the river.
You will start the day by checking in at our BaseCamp, and meeting the Trip Leader and your Guide. We will answer any questions or concerns you have, and outfit everyone in your party with a paddle, PFD (flotation/lifejacket), and helmet. On the bus ride to the river, we will go over safety instructions, get you ready for what to expect, and usually keep you laughing.
At the river, you will get into your group's raft with your Guide, and after a few practice strokes and getting comfortable in the raft, you will get the rush of your first rapid! This trip is filled with history, from the Native Americans, Civil War battles, and the creation of Summersville Dam (including the flooding of the Village of Gad).
About halfway through the day we will stop along the banks for a delicious buffet lunch, with build your own sandwiches, fresh fruit, snacks and dessert. (If you have special dietary needs, please let us know at the time you make your reservation so we can accommodate them.)
Refueled, you will complete the second half of your river adventure, ending in the quiet rolling countryside, before boarding the bus that takes you back to BaseCamp.
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Highlights
- Fantastic whitewater fun
- Ages 11+
- Expert guide in your raft
- Catered lunch
- 16 mile full day trip
- Historical landmarks
- 11 AM meet time
- 5 PM return time
Booking Notes
#*Waiver*
- ***Please complete [this waiver](https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/tjLDwpiySkWkpZ0YxQbc) upon arrival!***
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#*Quick Tips:*
- Wear shoes that protect your feet from rocks! Sneakers, water shoes, sandals that strap to your feet and cover your toes.
- Wear clothing that dries rapidly (avoid cotton). This includes board shorts, Nike, UnderArmor, synthetic fabrics.
- Remember sunscreen and sunglasses!
- If you are doing a trip in the Spring or Fall, bring layers so you can dress for the weather if necessary. We rent wetsuits and paddle jackets for trips in cooler weather (especially March-April and October trips).
Cancellation Policy
First we recommend the cancellation insurance.
We deal with each situation on a case by case basis.
If you are unable to make the scheduled trip date rain checks are the normal agenda.
- 30 days' notice = 50% refund for rafting trips; $25+ per reservation for accommodations (see lodging details).
- 3-29 days' notice: no refunds, trips may be rescheduled for guest convenience.
- Less than 72 hour's notice and/or No Shows: no refunds, no credit toward rescheduling.
- No refunds at any time on prepaid gift certificates, trip vouchers, or special offers/sale prices.
Guests are **NOT** permitted to raft under the undue influence of any substance, prescription or recreational, or if they are deemed to be mentally, emotionally, or behaviorally unprepared or combative. Such situations will be subject to either the Rescheduling or Cancellation terms at the discretion of West Virginia Adventures.
