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White Water Rafting Adventures – Nantahala River

At Carolina Outfitters we are white water fanatics, sharing our passion for mountain rivers. Read More…

Nantahala River Rafting

Nantahala River rafting is a beautiful and exhilarating family fun adventure the whole family can enjoy. Nantahala rafting is located in the Nantahala National Forest of Western North Carolina offering beginner to intermediate class II-III white water rafting at the bottom of the gorgeous Nantahala Gorge. Since the spring of 1991 we have established ourself as the most family friendly outfitter for Nantahala River rafting. We can outfit you with a “Guided Nantahala Rafting Trip” if you are new to rafting or set you up with a more adventurous “Non Guided Nantahala Rafting Trip” or “Nantahala Funyak (ducky) Trip.” At Carolina Outfitters we aim to provide the best experience that can be had on the Nantahala River through our commitment to professionalism, safety, and FUN. Come Nantahala River Rafting with us and experience the Carolina Outfitters difference.

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“The song of the river ends not at her banks, but in the hearts of those who loved her.”

~Buffalo Joe

Michael Verola

18/04/2022

My wife, and my 2 daughters as well as myself had this wonderful experience over our spring break as teachers. I was a terrific experience and our tour guide Dale was great, professional, and knowledgeable. I would recommend this company and experience to everyone I know, and am sharing it with friends. Thank you so much for helping us make fond family memories!!

Jake Bujnoch

11/04/2022

My family and I had a great time - Carolina Outfitters are good people and I would recommend using them to whitewater raft

Callie Sotolongo

09/04/2022

Matt Steven’s= Best tour guide ever! My partner and I came here for some whitewater rafting and we were met with unexpected freezing conditions, and even snow! Mr.Steven’s bundled us all up in wetsuits, booties, and we hit the water. He made sure our safety and comfort were top priority. It was incredible, despite the frigid water, we were able to have the entire river to ourselves and even saw a mink. If you’re considering rafting come here! I promise you won’t be disappointed. You’ll even get to hear some free stand up comedy from Matt.

Lisa Davila

08/04/2022

We had a blast rafting down the Nantahala with Matt! He took extreme care and attention to every detail of our safety, while still providing us with an amazing time! I didn't have any trouble finding the location and the check-in process was smooth and quick. He also kept us laughing during our trip. Would definitely return!

Jennifer Davis

07/04/2022

Matt Stevens was the best guide! Our kids 8 & 12 loved it too! Thank you for the complimentary wet suits!

Blake Griswold

18/03/2022

Returning customer. Had a great time on the river. 2nd day of 2022 season. Perfect weather. Annie and Matt were the best. Great local knowledge of the history of the Nantahala gorge. Family owned and only want you to have a great time. Not like the larger corporate owned center down the highway. Look forward to coming back again.

Megan Cheek

16/03/2022

The staff there was amazing!!! It was an amazing first experience for our whole family. They made sure our kids were safe the whole time. Our kids had an amazing time! We will definitely be back.

Emily Cheek

16/03/2022

SO FUN! The tour guides were great and made it a really fun safe experience. Matt’s jokes definetly made the whole thing super funny!