west virginia adventures

Our guide was a three year veteran of the company named Dale (who goes by "Croc"). Unfortunately we were very uncomfortable and offended by the numerous jokes made against women and people of different race. Also, when we requested not do the entire trip (just the first half since other guests were getting out at the halfway point), Dale said the other guests were hitchhiking back to their cars so he couldn't permit it (which was actually false, according to the guests who didn't hitchhike back). On the way back, Rob the owner mentioned he understood we wanted to get back, but they just needed to make a quick stop for beer, which seemed unprofessional and didn't end up happening anyway.West Virginia Adventures gets two stars because their veteran guides kept everyone safe and they allowed for a last-minute reservation. However there are many other companies who have much more pleasant guides and honest owners. So I'd recommend going with another company, especially if you're a church group.

I came here with clients and coworkers. I've been coming here with different for 6 years. This company is far and away better than any other on the river. I called ahead to have t-shirts ready for the group and rob coordinated everything. They are very accommodating as our group number changed a few times. Very good guides and fun!

We had a fantastic time with these guys. Beautiful scenery. Very experienced and knowledgable river guides. Thanks so much for the memories Croc, Scar and Tennison!! Will def be back again :)

Great outfit. Experienced staff made for an incredible experience. Tailored the trip to our group's needs, with extra challenges in one raft, and grandparent safe trip in the other. Stayed together to enjoy the day as a group. Definitely returning and won't even consider any of the big outfits. Couldn't ask for better than Rob and his crew.

Myself and my daughter came to WV Adventures to white water raft and met with TJ and Dale and Renee. They were great hosts. TJ and Dale took us on the river and Renee met us in the SUV when we were finished. They were so easy to be with and to chat with. The two river guides Dale and TJ were great. They were so knowledgable about the river and the gorge and at the same time safety concious about the rapids. We were both first timers but we experienced the river so well, that we'd both go back in an instant. The fact that the Atlantic Ocean is in our way is a minor flaw.Anyone who is wondering whether to go with these guys or a bigger outfit shouldn't hesitate and go with WV Adventures. Best experience of white water rafting. Don't hesitate, just do it. BTW the review asks what sort of visit was it? We don't fit into the 6 given categories. So, its parent 50's, offspring 20's. I'm going to click on "Solo". We are both world travelled and these guys stepped up to the mark.

My wife and I, along with two friends, recently came to West Virginia Adventures to try whitewater rafting for the first time. We are experienced campers, so we brought our tents along and planned on roughing it. To our pleasant surprise, when we arrived we discovered that the owner, Rob, had upgraded our accommodations to a cabin. The cabin was very nice. It had a queen sized bed and a bunk bed, and the bottom bunk of the bunk bed was probably a full sized bed. The cabin could easily accommodate four adults or possibly even five. It also had its own bathroom, and it wasn't a typical campground cabin bathroom where you are showering with the insects. Instead, it was a very nice, hotel style bathroom that had a functional toilet, plenty of hot water, and even towels. The cabin was closer to a hotel room than to a typical campground cabin.We made our dinner on one of their fire pits, which was very large, and could have accommodated way more than just the four of us. We used our own wood, but there was plenty of wood available that we were told we could use if we wanted to. The area itself was very nice, and we passed a very peaceful evening on the night before our whitewater adventure. I should also point out that our friends forgot their watershoes, but there was a mall located less than ten miles away where they were able to go get some. Also, there was cell phone service in the area of the campground, so that helped us stay connected. There is a pavilion area available with picnic tables and we used that area to cook our breakfast on camp stoves.Our guide, Tennyson, had a great personality. He was very helpful and easy-going, and made sure that he set the level of difficulty for the trip at a level we were comfortable with. He gave us some fun challenges without overwhelming us.We rafted on the Upper New River, which is the easier part, because it was our first time. We hit classes 1, 2, and 3 rapids. We also got the option to jump off of a large rock into the water, which I decided to d and Tennyson jumped with me.Rob and Tennyson made our first whitewater rafting trip very enjoyable. I can't think of a single aspect of the weekend that could have been done better. If we come back to West Virginia, we will definitely be choosing West Virginia Adventures again for whitewater rafting.

Me and my two friends went on October 20th & it was great! We were fortunate enough to have great weather too. Kevin and Dale were great guides & we didn't flip once. It's a very personalized company and you feel like they genuinely care. Hope to be back in the future

The Best experience ever!!! The guides were great and even gave up a camping trip to ensure that we could White Water Raft. It was our last day of a two day trip from Ohio that we decided to try this. Kevin was great and took us out even though they were done for the day!!! Great time with great people!!! Thanks Ada & John

Let me just start by saying WOW. I never feel compelled to write reviews, but the experience I had this past weekend at West Virginia Adventures went above and beyond every expectation that I had. I'll try to go through as many details as possible so that you can get an idea of what to expect.My group of four came to experience the Upper Gauley river for the first time. We arrived at West Virginia Adventures bright and early on a beautiful Sunday morning. We were outfitted with wet-suits, booties, splash jackets, and helmets. There is a nice bath house on the grounds for changing before and after the trip. We received instruction/safety guidance from the guides before we loaded up to be taken to the put-in spot on the river. Our tour guide was Rob (owner of the company) and immediately impressed me. He was very professional, personable, funny, and an amazing guide. He personally guides as many river trips as he can, which is way more than most other rafting companies can say. He instructed us well and made everyone feel comfortable and confident. He would joke and cut up with us in the (few) calm spots on the Gauley, but when we hit the rapids it was game-on and serious. There are five Class V rapids on the Upper Gauley and he navigated and instructed us through them extremely well. I would advise that if you have never rafted before to try out a different river (such as the New) before you do the Upper Gauley, as these Class V rapids are no joke.At the end of the last Class V rapid (Sweet's Falls), we pulled off onto a giant river rock and set up for lunch. The tour guides brought along a great meal of sandwiches, chips, veggies, and watermelon. This was the perfect meal for the day, as most people dont want to eat a huge, grilled lunch and just want to get back on the river! After you break for about an hour, you get back on the river and finish the Upper gauley and move onto the Middle Gauley. There are some fun swim-through rapids and a cliff where you can get off the raft and jump off. After about a 5-6 hour trip, you make it to the end of your journey. You load back on the bus where cold beer is provided for a relaxing ride back to the base camp. When you get back you change back into your clothes and head on your way feeling absolutely amazed. Aside from the trip itself, I wanted to note a few others things. First off, West Virginia Adventures is a very small company. You will get a much more personal touch with this outfit than you would with a company such as Ace. When you are on the river, they make it feel more like just rafting with some awesome friends than rafting with a command-shouting robot guide. All the workers were very friendly and professional. You could just tell that they loved their jobs. I would recommend at the end of your trip to give them a tip if you can; they deserve it! Another important thing to note is that they take safety very seriously. Some companies have been known to intentionally flip rafts or go through unsafe routes to make the ride "more intense". This is dangerous and has led to deaths in the past. Rob ensured us that he would never do anything to intentionally risk the lives of his customers and makes sure his employees do the same (his guidelines and rules to work for him are incredibley stringent). You will always feel safe and never feel like they will put you in harms way.Overall, I would highly recommend going with West Virginia Adventures if you plan on doing any rafting in WV. They set the bar high, and no one in my experience comes close. When I come back to do the Gauley next fall, we will surely be giving Rob a call again.Thanks West Virginia Adventures for the experience of a lifetime! We'll be back!

A group of adventurous ladies set out on a rafting trip down the Lower Gauley. What a thrill! We were all beginners and Kevin took excellent care of us. We had an unexpected change of plans due to the New River water levels but WV Adventures handled everything professionally and made the trip extremely memorable. The lunch by the river was wonderful and the experience we had was beyond compare. Everyone should take the Lower Gauley trip! WV Adventures takes the time to properly prep and outfit you and then make sure you get what you paid for... an amazing whitewater rafting trip. Go with them... they're great! I'm definitely coming back for more.

I have had Kevin and Tennyson and schooly, I went two different times! Both were amazing! The gulley is so beautiful and the new river is a great experience for family's!! :) plan on goin many many more times!!

before my trip I had some nervousness, put after I had talk to kevin from wva everything seemed kool, as the trip got closer, the nerves crept in again... I talked to a guide friend who guides on the kern. she said that the smaller companys are better. she was right. wva issmaller than the other rating companys. what you get is great guides and very personal service. the owner was on our trip and is quite the character, after the first class 5 rapid u realize your life in his hands you are glad that you have the most experinced raftman in the bussiness. Dale is a colorful invidiual and brought our team toghther. as we continued down river I felt more cofident. by the end of trip I was greatful for such a fine experince. if you want the true gauley experince I would go with these guys . smaller company means better serviceand you will not be hearded like cattle. thanks again Russel Greene Dana Point, Ca

We had an excellent experience rafting with West Virginia Adventures, in spite of the fact that it rained during our entire trip down the Lower Gully. My kids, my husband and I were all thrilled with the experience. Kevin, who coordinated the details did an excellent job and Leno (sp?) who guided our paddle raft was very experienced. The company provided wet suits and paddle jackets which kept us warm on our very wet excursion! Great fun and I highly recommend this company because they are a smaller, more personal outfitter.

Rob and his crew showed great hospitality and good times in the two times I have visited there in Glen Jean. Safe raft rides and knowledgeable guides. They are good people!

My girlfriend had White Water Rafting on her bucketlist, so we contacted Rob and had an awesome experience. Rob, Garrett, Tennyson, and Kevin we very knowledgable about Rafting and the whole trip was an adventure. They make you feel very welcome and totally enjoyed lunch, dinner and the bon fire. Can't wait to go back next year and enjoy the people and beautiful scenary.