French Broad Rafting Rates & Reservations

French Broad River Rafting Trip Options

Individual Rates

Group Rates

*Pricing is per person and is not inclusive of applicable fees. French Broad Peak Rate Dates: Saturdays, June 15-August 31; Friday, July 5 and Sunday, September 1.  Group rates are available for 10 or more people.  Call 800.905.7238 for more information.

Half Day
These trips depart in the afternoon and cover five river miles the lower French Broad River in about four hours.

Half Day Deluxe
These trips depart in the morning and include a picnic lunch served riverside. They cover the same stretch of river as the half-day trips.

Full Day
This full-day option includes a riverside lunch, plus three extra river miles, with an exciting finale at Class IV Frank Bell's Rapid.

Paddle and Saddle Trip
This full day multi-activity trip includes a riverside lunch and is perfect for all ages.  Spend the morning on the French Broad River and the afternoon on horseback with Sandy Bottom Stables.

All French Broad River Trips have a minimum age requirement of 8 years old.

NOC has offered French Broad whitewater rafting trips for more than 25 years and offers an array of trip choices, meaning you can experience Asheville rafting with the whole family. Choose from rafts or ducks, flexible trip times and fully-guided or guide-assisted trip options.

Click here to read more details about the French Broad River and its whitewater.

Reservation Information

NOC makes it easy for you to book your white water rafting adventure from home or on the go. Book online by clicking on the "Book Now" widget on the right, or call our helpful reservationists at 888.905.7238.

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Pricing Considerations

*All prices are subject to change without notice.
*Group discounts are available during Peak times for groups of 25 or more.
*Walk-ins are welcome, but to guarantee space on the trip of your choice, we recommend reservations, especially on holidays or weekends.
*Within 30 days of your trip, be prepared to pay with Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover.

NOC Cancellation Policy

For all rafting trips, except the Cheoah River, cancel at least 14 days prior to the trip and receive a full 100% refund. Cancel 4-13 days prior to the trip and get a 50% refund or 100% NOC Reservation Credit valid through next season. Cancellations made less than 4 days prior to the reservation are non-refundable.

For Cheoah River reservations, cancel 30 or more days out and receive a full refund. Cancel within 14-29 days and get a 50% refund or 100% account credit valued through next season. Cheoah cancellations made less than 13 days before the trip are non-refundable.