French Broad Gorge Whitewater Rafting Trip
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Asheville, USA
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
One of the country’s favorite rafting rivers, experiencing Asheville’s French Broad River is a paddler’s rite of passage. On this guided tour, you’ll raft through four miles of Class II and III rapids, stopping for river dips, taking in the views of the surrounding Pisgah National Forest.
- Easy transfers to and from the French Broad River
- Life jacket, paddle, and helmet provided
- Spend two hours navigating whitewater, rafting through the forest, even stopping for a swim
What's Included
- Helmet, Life Jacket, and Paddle
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 521 Amboy Rd, Asheville, NC 28806, USA
We will meet at our River Outpost at 521 Amboy Road, Asheville, NC! PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO YOUR TRIP TIME!
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your trip time
- CLOSED TOE SHOES ARE REQUIRED!
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Jared_L
Great experience all around! We had an amazing time with Laney as our guide, and the river itself was a good compromise for those that had some rafting experience and a few that had none. I would recommend this tour to pretty much anyone!
Reviews
4.9
based on 349 reviews
Kenneth_L, Jul 2026
It was a great experience! The guide was very knowledgeable about the river and did a great job getting us through the rocks.
Gordon_B, Jul 2026
Delightful rafting with our expert guide Rachel. She got us through rapids and shallows always with clear instructions and humor. Made it very personal by always directing us by name. Educational and fun!
Karen_J, Jun 2026
Great time with my kids celebrating my 70th birthday! Our guide Mary Grace was Awesome! Great memories!
Debbie_H, Jun 2026
We had to exit the raft at one point...water was too low. We had to climb over some rather large rocks to get to the other side while Hannah navigated the raft thru the low spot. It would have been very easy for me to slip on the rocks. Fellow rafters helped me up and down the rocks. It was just a little too dangerous for me. Hannah was a wonderful guide! Very friendly, lively, and really knows the river.
carissa_a, Jun 2026
perfect experience! we were beginners (and not particularly athletic) but felt totally confident in our guide Julia and everything went great. it was so fun! the swim in the middle was so refreshing (and the water was much warmer than I expected!). all the staff were kind and knowledgeable, definitely recommend.
Melissa_T, Jun 2026
Great fun and Odell was a great guide down the river. I'd recommend this company - 5 stars for safety, views, good times. and all support staff.
faithharris5, Jun 2026
Everyone who worked there was really nice. Also met some cool people who we rafted with. Be sure to bring water shoes and a towel for after. Being another pair of clothes if you can
Jennifer_W, Jun 2026
Great people and amazing experience! Kaitlynn is an incredible guide!! The meeting spot was easy and in town and the whole experience felt safe and well orchestrated.
Becky_H, Jun 2026
It was so much fun! If in doubt, GO!
Our guide, Damien, was so patient and knowledgeable! We had the best time and the mountains views were spectacular!
Jennifer_a, Jun 2026
The rafting trip was super fun! Highly recommend. This is our 2nd time using this company and both times were great!
Melissa_A, Jun 2026
The Adventure raft tour was incredible. It was adventurous and an exciting experience. However you definitely need to be in fairly good athletic shape to participate. There was a lot of rigorous paddling through the Rapids as well as sitting on the edge of a raft holding yourself in with one foot for a couple of hours doing the ride. We absolutely loved it and my son is 12 but in great athletic shape. I don't suggest this trip if you have smaller children that are not strong or if you don't feel adventurous. The staff was so friendly and amazing, when we did get stuck in a situation that required lots of Hands-On deck they all participated and everyone made it safe and fun. Starting with Anna on the bus playing upbeat music while we rode to the rafting site and then all of the tour guides were bubbly and engaging. E will definitely be back to do this again!
Nancy_A, Jun 2026
Really fun day! Anna made the 35 minute bus ride fun with her playlist. Greta was a great and knowledgeable leader. Serious enough to make us feel safe and fun enough to make it an exciting time on the river. There was a stuck raft in our tour but the guides used their expertise to get us going again. Would definitely recommend this trip.
EVgenia_G, May 2026
Amazing experience ! I would highly recommend it , it was so much fun and guide person was excellent.
Ian_S, May 2026
Katie was an excellent captain/guide. My group had a great time on the French Broad river. Great experience
Natalie_B, May 2026
It was great the hosts are amazing they make me feel comfortable even tho its my first time and I came solo
Jillian_C, May 2026
6 of us went rafting with John as our leader at the end of April and had a blast! The river was low, but John was an excellent guide, and made it so much fun. We were moving alongside another boat that did not seem to be having as much fun as we were. We got to explore a little island, and swim in the rapids. John gave us so much historical and contextual information, which we loved. This was a first time run for all 6 of us, and I’ll be honest, I was terrified, but was no reason to be. As long as you listen, you’ll have a safe trip. We also ran into John that night in Asheville, and he was awesome then as well.
One word of advice, when they tell you to paddle with your core, listen. It makes it significantly easier.
Ok two words of advice - DO NOT WEAR CROCS! Get yourself a pair of water shoes or closed-toe (required) strap on Teva style sandals.
Jared_H, May 2026
Our group thoroughly enjoyed our whitewater rafting experience with Asheville Adventure Company. The staff was incredibly friendly, funny, and knowledgeable, and they made the whole trip feel safe and fun. The river was perfect for both beginners and experienced rafters. We would absolutely recommend this activity and would definitely do it again!
Jared_L, Apr 2026
Great experience all around! We had an amazing time with Laney as our guide, and the river itself was a good compromise for those that had some rafting experience and a few that had none. I would recommend this tour to pretty much anyone!
Fabiola_C, Apr 2026
It was very exciting and different . You learn a lot of facts while also having fun. I highly recommend if you like nature.
Fatima_M, Apr 2026
Our guide and driver were amazing! First solo trip and I felt comfortable and safe doing this activity. I also had a great group :) would recommend and do again
Jessica_R, Apr 2026
This was such a fun experience. John had lots of information about the history of the river as well. Beginners can definitely participate.
Garrett_F, Sep 2025
I’ve always loved the water, even though I have a bit of a fear of it—so this experience was a big item on my bucket list. I’m so glad I went for it! It was an incredible time from start to finish. You don’t need a lot of physical strength, and I felt completely safe the entire time.
The equipment was in great condition, and the instructors were not only friendly and professional, but clearly experienced and genuinely caring. Check-in was warm and welcoming, and our driver did an excellent job.
My only suggestion would be to add a microphone in the van—those of us in the back had a hard time hearing some of the interesting facts and stories the guides were sharing about the area.
All in all, it was an unforgettable experience. I can’t wait to do it again. Thank you for making it so great!
diwanji, Sep 2025
Awesome fun on a warm early fall day in Asheville.
We were four guests in one raft and our guide was not only skilled but knowledgable and humorous
John_H, Sep 2025
It was very fun and scenic. Great people to work with! Loved the challenging sections of the river. Looking forward to doing more!
Boguslawa_M, Sep 2025
So much fun! Our tour guide John was great and very informative. He also took photos which was great because we didn't need to take our phones. We were also able to leave our stuff on the bus which was convenient.
Reshma_P, Sep 2025
It was amazing! Andy was super knowledgeable about the river and kept us safe and on the raft the whole time. It was my first time so I was really nervous but Andy kept us entertained with his jokes and made the whole adventure fun!
Evan_B, Sep 2025
This rafting trip was super fun. We felt safe the entire time and our guide Andy was the best! Definitely recommend.
Eva_S, Aug 2025
Great experience. Hit some amazing rapids and had a blast with every guide! The bus ride was quick and easy and then we headed down the river. Highly recommend water shoes!
Fiona_R, Aug 2025
A well organized activity and clearly safety was a top priority.
This was a first time experience for myself and my friend.
Our guide Conor went above and beyond to make us feel safe.
We had a family including a 13 and a 15 year old added to our boat Conor went out of his way to teach them so extra rafting skills.
The rapids themselves were the right amount of adventure not boring but not too much that people were falling out of boats.
I would recommend this company.
PierreJustin_L, Aug 2025
Great experience with great people. Asheville is open and eager to provide such unique, thrilling experiences.
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