the experience
Enjoy an adventure-filled day of white water rafting amidst the beauty of the Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers and the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. Along with your own personal guide, you will maneuver over water gaps and smooth flowing rapids. With Class I - III rapids, experience an ideal blend of thrills and leisurely floating. Your trip allows time for swimming and relaxation too, the best of all white water rafting worlds. Your experience includes:
- Guided rafting with your own personal trained guide through mellow waters, over Class I -III rapids, multiple riffles and ledges and a variety of challenging rapids if you desire.
- Experienced, personable guide in each raft. Your guide is trained in river safety, boat handling skills, certified in CPR and First Aid.
- All taxes and user fees are included in your price, no additional fees apply.
- Well maintained safety inspected, clean rafts
- All equipment and safety gear including helmet, life jacket, and paddle are provided. Wet suits available for Spring and Fall rafting, with prior notice.
- Shuttle service to the launching area.
- Pleasing riverside picnic lunch served on weekends and weekday morning rafting excursions
- Juice stop on weekday afternoon rafting excursions
location
Near Harpers Ferry, West Va. Just one hour from D.C. and Baltimore beltways at the edge of the Shenandoah Valley.
vital information
Participants must be 7 years or older and weigh at least 50 pounds. White Water rafting fits any skill level, no previous rafting experience necessary. Just a comfort level with water activities is needed -- you will get wet.
what to bring
Bring a change of clothes, towel, water bottle, suntan lotion. Please leave all valuables at home.
what to wear
In warmer months: Quick dry clothing including t-shirt and shorts, bathing suit (under clothing), hat, sunglasses, old tennis shoes, sports sandals or water shoes. Don't forget the sunscreen.
In cooler months: Synthetic shirt, wool or fleece top, quick dry, waterproof or synthetic pants, waterproof jacket, old hat, wool or fleece socks and old tennis shoes or water shoes. NO COTTON, including jeans and sweatshirts. You will get wet!
when to go
Mother Nature provides a variety of rafting opportunities: Spring - Bigger waves and high adventure await you. Summer - The waters are at normal levels providing excellent rafting conditions plus the opportunity to swim and enjoy fun in the sun. Fall - Enjoy the breath taking panoramic splendors of fall's colorful foliage and the Blue Ridge Mountains all from the water. Winter - Forget about it -- try another Incredible Experience!
Rafting Times
Now - Mid September: Mon - Fri 10am & 2:45pm Saturday/Sunday 9am & 2:30pm
Sept. 16 - Oct. 15: Mon - Fri 10am, 11am & 1pm Saturday/Sunday 9am & 2pm
Oct. 16th - Nov. : Mon - Fri 10am, 11am & 1pm Saturday/Sunday 10am, 11am & 1pm
Please be sure to choose the day and time that works best for your schedule when you book your experience.
experience length
2 - 4.5 hours depending on water levels and trip size. Please arrive 1/2 hour prior to rafting departure time.
numbers
Grab your family and friends and enjoy this experience together. Group discounts available, call for details. 1-877-INCREDX
spectators
Not conducive to spectators -- come on get wet and join in the fun! Groups may request a photographer to capture the moment, with advance notice.
advance notice
Two-week notice is suggested, but every effort will be made to make arrangements on shorter notice if necessary.
cancellation policy
Does not apply. However, if necessary, you may reschedule your trip to a later date (please give 3 days notice) to better accommodate your schedule.
important information
All participants are required to sign a Waiver of Liability prior to rafting. Rafting trips run rain or shine. However, raft size, number of guests per craft, and length of trip due to abnormal river flow and conditions may change for safety measures. Alcohol is not permitted on this experience.
gift card expiration
Incredible Experiences gift cards expire two years from date of purchase, except where prohibited by law. Please note, in some instances we do change our experiences and vendors. Thus, should your experience no longer be available, we will gladly apply your gift card and amount towards a new available experience.