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Self-Guided Whitewater Rafting Trip on the Nantahala River

By Nantahala Rafting with Fast Rivers
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$62 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Navigate 20+ named rapids, including Patton’s Run, Whirlpool, and The Bump
  • Experience the thrill of whitewater rafting on the Nantahala River
  • Enjoy a family-friendly adventure with options for beginners and experts
  • Paddle through Class II–III rapids in the Nantahala National Forest
  • Benefit from a shuttle service to and from the river for a hassle-free trip

Activity location

    • Nantahala National Forest
    • Tennessee, North Carolina, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 1965 US-19, Topton, NC 28781, USA
    • Topton, North Carolina, United States

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Self-Guided Whitewater Rafting Trip on the Nantahala River

  • Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes3h 30m
    3h 30m
Starting time: 2:00 PM
Price details
NZ$61.95 x 1 AdultNZ$61.95
Total
Price is NZ$61.95

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Self bailing Raft sits 2 - 8 people
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Paddles & (Helmets are optional) for each participant
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Parking
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    Forest Service River Fee
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    Lifejacket, paddle, and full instructions
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    Picnic benches and cornhole to use at your leisure
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    Shuttle you to where the adventure begins and back
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    Bathroom with changing rooms and hot showers
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Additional gear rental - we have wetsuits ($10), Booties ($5), or Splash Jackets($5) **In our shoulder season we offer gear for free because we want you to be comfortable**

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Bare feet, Sandals or flip flops
  • Not suitable for: Children under 7 years, People with heart problems

What you can expect

Experience the Nantahala River with a family-owned outfitter delivering unforgettable whitewater adventures in Western North Carolina for nearly 40 years. Enjoy fun, scenic trips through the heart of the Nantahala National Forest.

This is a Class II–III, family-friendly river known for its crystal-clear mountain water, lush forest views, and exciting rapids. The Nantahala is dam-controlled with scheduled daily releases from Nantahala Lake, and because the water is pulled from deep below the surface, it stays cool year-round—perfect for a refreshing mountain adventure.

Whether you’re brand new to rafting or have been down the river before, there are options for your skill level. Looking for something different? If you’ve already rafted the Nantahala, try a duckie (inflatable kayak) for a more hands-on ride.

Along the way, tackle 20+ named rapids—including favourites like Patton’s Run, Whirlpool, and The Bump—with calmer stretches in between to soak up the beauty of the river and the surrounding Great Smoky Mountains region.

Location

Activity location

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    • Nantahala National Forest
    • Tennessee, North Carolina, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 1965 US-19, Topton, NC 28781, USA
    • Topton, North Carolina, United States