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Lower Gauley River Whitewater Rafting Trip

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Quite possibly one of the best river trips in the country, the Lower Gauley offers some of the single biggest waves, gigantic holes and steep drops runnable by raft. The Lower Gauley serves up 55 rapids rated from class I-V, with most of them III or higher. With the help of a professional guide, you and your crew will tackle this whitewater fanatic’s favorite. It’s no wonder that guests flock from around the world to catch one of these 22 release dates. Delicious hot lunch included.

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  • Lunch included
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Personal flotation device, helmet and paddle
  • Gratuities
  • DVD (available to purchase)
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
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65 Mill Creek Campus Road
Lansing, WV 25862, USA

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Meet your rafting trip leader at the departure point. You will listen to a brief orientation and get your gear (personal flotation device, helmet and paddle). Then, you will have a 45-minute ride on a school bus down to the river put-in. Your guide will go over additional instructions once you get in the raft.A return shuttle with complimentary beverages brings you back to the resort.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Gauley River

The trip begins with a few smaller class I-III rapids as you ease into paddling and working as a team. Then, you hit some bigger rapids rated class IV-V. About half-way through the trip, you will pull over and eat a grilled hot riverside lunch on the shore. After lunch, you will continue downstream into some more booming whitewater. Here you’ll go through several rapids rated class III-V, like Koontz’s Flume and PSH. Between rapids, there is time for a swimmer’s rapid and maybe (based on water levels) jumping off of rocks. A return shuttle with complimentary beverages brings you back to the resort.
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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Minimum age is 12 years
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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Q: Will I get seasick on Lower Gauley River Whitewater Rafting Trip?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: Will I get seasick on Lower Gauley River Whitewater Rafting Trip?
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.

Feb 2023
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Lower Gauley River Whitewater Rafting Trip?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Lunch included.
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges.
  • Personal flotation device, helmet and paddle.
  • Beverages.
  • Professional guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • DVD (available to purchase).
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase).
  • Wetsuits and paddling jackets (available for rent).
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The minimum age to participate is 12. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

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Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Lower Gauley River Whitewater Rafting Trip is as follows:

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Lower Gauley River Whitewater Rafting Trip will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Lunch included
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Personal flotation device, helmet and paddle
  • Beverages
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • DVD (available to purchase)
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Wetsuits and paddling jackets (available for rent)

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  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 12 years
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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