Bryson City: Nantahala River Rafting Guided Duck Adventure – Nantahala River, North Carolina

EXPERIENCE:

A guided ducky adventure is perfect for guests who enjoyed the rafting adventures but want a little more of a challenge. “Duckies” or inflatable kayaks are nimble one or two-person boats that put you right at water level and in control of your river run. Professionally trained guides will paddle alongside sharing techniques and demonstrating the best lines for rapids along the Nantahala River. Explore eight miles of Class II rapids to prepare for the big finish at Class III Nantahala Falls.

After a brief orientation and video, you’ll get geared up with pfds and paddles and load onto the big blue bus to shuttle to the river put in. An NOC trained guide will paddle with you, coaching you through bouncy waves, cool mountain water, and fun rapids ending at Nantahala Falls. Duckies may increase your chances of swimming more than a raft would, so prepare to get wet.

NOC provides a pre-trip orientation, professionally maintained boats suitable for any group size, a highly trained guide, and a shuttle to the put-in.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Practice paddling skills along the perfect mix of fun class II-III rapids
Enjoy waves, and splashes with calmer floating spots
Finish the trip with the Nantahala Falls
High quality boats and gear to fit inflatable duckies in single or tandem
Ducky rentals are ideal for guests that want to take adventure to the next level

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