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3-Hour Nantahala River Fully Guided Rafting Experience

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| Great Smoky Mountains National Park, USA
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Overview

We have the best location on the Nantahala River being located right at the takeout. This means you'll only ride the bus once and you'll finish at your car. After the river, enjoy one of our two restaurants by the river.

What's Included

  • All necessary rafting equipment, including life jackets and helmets (optional)

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Highway 19 West
    Bryson City, NC 28713, USA

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    What To Expect

    The Nantahala River is perfect for first timers and experienced rafters alike. It is perfect for families, couples, and all adventurers.

    After checking in, you will get geared up, go through a pre-trip safety talk and video and then jump on the bus for short ride to the put-in. Then in it's down the river you go to enjoy the Nantahala's fun and splashy rapids along with the spectacular mountain scenery of the Nantahala River Gorge. The grand finale of the trip is the Class III Nantahala Falls!

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 48 travelers

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 3-Hour Nantahala River Fully Guided Rafting Experience?

    A: 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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-231120P6

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    Frequently Asked Questions (6)

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 3-Hour Nantahala River Fully Guided Rafting Experience?
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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).
    • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What's included in the price?
    A:
    The following is included:
    • All necessary rafting equipment, including life jackets and helmets (optional).
    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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    The minimum age to participate is 7. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

    Apr 2025
    Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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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.

    If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

    Apr 2025
    Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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    Accessibility information for the 3-Hour Nantahala River Fully Guided Rafting Experience is as follows:

    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    Apr 2025
    Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 3-Hour Nantahala River Fully Guided Rafting Experience will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. 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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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 48 travelers

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    • 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.
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