Price from:
115 USD
*A Special Excursion with Select Availability*
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Rates
- **Group of 4-12:** $165 per person
- **Group of 13-24:** $132 per person
- **Group of 25+:** $115.50 per person
This trip is only for ages 16+. Previous rafting experience or equivalent activity ability strongly recommended.
Mondays: **Get 20% Off!**
First Responders: **Get 50% Off!**
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Duration
6 Hours
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About
High adrenaline rafting on the Gauley River's Class IV/V rapids, including the infamous drop over Sweets Falls! A great trip for those with previous rafting experience who want to take on new challenges at a whole new level with one of our expert guides. Amazing adventure, includes catered lunch, usually with a great view of the other rafts, where you can cheer and witness the good, the bad, and the ugly attempts over the Falls.
You will start the day by checking in at our BaseCamp, and meeting the Trip Leader and your Expert Guide. We will answer any questions or concerns you have, and outfit everyone in your party with a paddle, PFD (flotation/lifejacket), and helmet. Fall weather is variable, and wetsuits are available for rent if appropriate. On the bus ride to the river, we will go over safety instructions, get you ready for what to expect, and give you one last chance to back out!
At the river, you will get into your group's raft with your Guide, and immediately enter the Gauley River with dam water actively being released. (Hint: there is no slow warm-up, be ready!) You will immediately paddle and feel the rush of excitement as the trip gets off to a fast start! The river terrain is impressive, with huge boulders, dramatic drops, and quick changes in expanse and elevation.
Although subject to change based on conditions, we typically take lunch just after running Sweets Falls, with prime viewing of other rafts. Cheer their successes, wince at their failures, cheer their recoveries! Lunch is a hearty buffet, including build your own sandwiches, fresh fruit, sides, 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.)
You will finish the last section of the Upper Gauley, and unwind and relive the awesome moments of the day as we head back to BaseCamp.
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Highlights
- Extreme whitewater thrills
- Ages 16+
- Expert guide in your raft
- Catered lunch
- High adrenaline day trip
- Includes a drop over Sweets Falls
- 9 AM meet time
- 4 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.
