West Virginia Vacation Packages
Make the most of your West Virginia vacation! To help you create your own unique experience, River Expeditions will assist in planning and personalizing your activities and accommodations. Options are as diverse and varying as the seasons. We will carefully consider your schedule, budget and interests when creating your custom vacation package.
You’ll receive the finest offerings in adventure vacation packages, coupled with unmatched hospitality and service. There is much to do here and many arrive with the ambition to do as much as possible. But sometimes, less is more. Don’t forget to take time to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature that surrounds you.
Seasonal specials are often bundled with lodging and meals as packages, to provide you with the best value for the price. Also available are event- or group-based packages like our popular Spring Fling Package or trendy ‘Girlfriend Getaways’ and ‘Mancations’. Most packages include camping, on-site cabins, or nearby hotels, unless you request otherwise.
Basecamp Camping Packages
Basecamp packages feature your choice of river adventure(s) plus two nights camping at our headquarters, so after an exciting day on the river you can take a hot shower, have a cold beverage, check out your rafting photos and watch the video of your day's adventure. You can even take a dip in our pool or hot tub before enjoying your mouth watering, prepared-to-order dinner in the air-conditioned comfort of our Dining Area. Later, browse the Outfitters Store before heading to the Red Dog River Saloon for some entertainment and camaraderie among friends. Lite breakfast is included each morning, as well as complimentary beverages after rafting. This trip features exciting rafting, plus all the comfort and convenience of our spacious basecamp.
Rafting and Basecamp Camping Packages Include:
- 1 Day Rafting
- 2 Nights camping
- Lite Breakfast each Morning
- Round-Trip River Shuttle
- Delicious Riverside Deli Lunch
- Complimentary Beverages after Rafting
- Hot Showers
- Deluxe Dinner Cookout after Rafting
| River Section | Minimum Age | Weekday | Sunday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper New River | 6 | $115 | $115 | $145 |
| Lower New River | 12 | $120 | $120 | $150 |
| Upper Gauley River | 16 | $140 | $170 | $190 |
| Lower Gauley River | 12 | $125 | $135 | $160 |
| Double Upper Gauley River | 16 | $205 | $220 | $290 |
| Summer Gauley River | 12 | $140 | $140 | $160 |
| Full Gauley River Marathon | 16 | $200 | $215 | $250 |
| *Summer Gauley Trips Require a Minimum of 6 Rafters to book. | ||||
Gauley River Double Upper Basecamp Overnight Package
This package includes rafting the top river segment in the country - the famed Upper Gauley River - twice in one day! After the second run of the day, you'll set up camp at our exclusive riverside overnight location and enjoy a cold beverage and a cozy fire. Your guide will prepare a delicious dinner over an open flame that you're sure to devour after working up an appetite paddling all day. After dinner you can relive the day's adventures around the campfire before falling asleep underneath the stars. The next day you will enjoy a hearty riverside breakfast before catching the shuttle back to reality. This is a premium wilderness adventure package. This trip requires excellent physical condition, stamina and previous rafting experience is recommended.
Rafting and Basecamp Camping Packages Include:
- 1 Day Rafting
- 2 Nights camping
- Lite Breakfast each Morning
- Round-Trip River Shuttle
- Delicious Riverside Deli Lunch
- Complimentary Beverages after Rafting
- Hot Showers
- Deluxe Dinner Cookout after Rafting
| Double Upper Overnight | Weekday | Sun | Sat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basecamp Camping | $205 | $220 | $290 |
| Minimum Age: 16 | |||
| *Requires a Minimum of 6 Rafters to book. | |||
Gauley River Double Upper Riverside Overnight Package
This package includes rafting the top river segment in the country - the famed Upper Gauley River - twice in one day! After the second run of the day, you'll set up camp at our exclusive riverside overnight location and enjoy a cold beverage and a cozy fire. Your guide will prepare a delicious dinner over an open flame that you're sure to devour after working up an appetite paddling all day. After dinner you can relive the day's adventures around the campfire before falling asleep underneath the stars. The next day you will enjoy a hearty riverside breakfast before catching the shuttle back to reality. This is a premium wilderness adventure package. This trip requires excellent physical condition, stamina and previous rafting experience is recommended.
Riverside Overnight Packages Include:
- 2 Days Rafting
- 2 or 3 Nights Lodging (depending on package)
- Lite Breakfast each Morning
- Round-Trip River Shuttle
- Delicious Riverside Deli Lunch on the River Each Day
- Complimentary Beverages after Rafting Each Day
- Hot Showers
- Deluxe Dinner Cookout after Rafting First Day
- Minimum of 8 People Required
| Double Upper Overnight | Weekday | Sun | Sat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Camping | $285 | $300 | $350 |
| Minimum Age: 16 | |||
| *Requires a Minimum of 8 Rafters to book. | |||
Lower / Upper Gauley River Reverse Riverside Overnight Package
This premium trip includes two full days of rafting - warm up the first day on the Lower Gauley and then challenge the Upper Gauley on day two. After the first day, you'll set up camp riverside and relax with a beverage before dinner is served. Make memories with friends around the campfire after sharing a delicious meal, prepared by your guide-turned-gourmet-chef. Fall asleep under the stars to the river's gentle rhythms and wake refreshed before having a hearty riverside breakfast and setting out for day two and the Upper Gauley River. After rafting on day two, you can camp overnight at River Expeditions basecamp and enjoy another lite breakfast before heading home. This is a great way to enjoy all the Gauley River offers.
Raft the Lower Gauley on day one, then take on the world-famous Upper Gauley River!Riverside Overnight Packages Include:
- 2 Days Rafting
- 2 or 3 Nights Lodging (depending on package)
- Lite Breakfast each Morning
- Round-Trip River Shuttle
- Delicious Riverside Deli Lunch on the River Each Day
- Complimentary Beverages after Rafting Each Day
- Hot Showers
- Deluxe Dinner Cookout after Rafting First Day
- Minimum of 8 People Required
| 2 Day Reverse Overnight | Fri-Sat | Sat-Sun | Sun-Mon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Camping | $325 | $325 | $275 |
| Minimum Age: 16 | |||
| *Requires a Minimum of 8 Rafters to book. | |||
New River / Summer Gauley - Dueling Rivers Trip
Experience the best of both rivers in our Dueling Rivers trip. Raft the Lower New River on the first day and then challenge yourself on the Summer Gauley River the second day. These are both exciting, action-packed trips appropriate for adventurous beginners, age 12 and up. Trip includes lite breakfast each day, riverside lunch daily and beverages after rafting each day. You can add camping and meals to create a complete adventure package.
Raft both the New River and the Gauley River!2-Day Rafting and Camping Packages Include:
- 2 Days Rafting
- 3 Nights Basecamp Camping
- 3 Lite Breakfasts
- Round-Trip River Shuttle
- 2 Delicious Riverside Deli Lunches
- Complimentary Beverages after Rafting Each Day
- Hot Showers
- Deluxe Dinner Cookout after Rafting First Day
| New and Summer Gauley Dueling Rivers | Fri-Sat | Sun-Thurs | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basecamp Camping | $225 | $210 | |
| Rafting Only | $190 | $175 | |
| Minimum Age: 12 | |||
| *Requires a Minimum of 6 Rafters to book. | |||
Riverside Camping Packages
Riverside Overnight Packages Include:
- 2 Days Rafting
- 2 or 3 Nights Lodging (depending on package)
- Lite Breakfast each Morning
- Round-Trip River Shuttle
- Delicious Riverside Deli Lunch on the River Each Day
- Complimentary Beverages after Rafting Each Day
- Hot Showers
- Deluxe Dinner Cookout after Rafting First Day
- Minimum of 8 People Required
| Double Upper New | Fri. - Sun. | Mon. - Thurs. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Camping | $230 | $195 | |
| Minimum Age: 6 | |||
| Upper and Lower New | Fri. - Sun. | Mon. - Thurs. | |
| Riverside Camping | $230 | $195 | |
| Minimum Age: 12 | |||
| Lower/Upper Gauley Reverse | Fri. - Sat. | Sat. - Sun. | Sun. - Mon. |
| Riverside Camping | $325 | $325 | $275 |
| Minimum Age: 16 | |||
| *Requires a Minimum of 6 Rafters to book. | |||
| Upper and Lower Gauley | Fri. - Sat. | Sat. - Sun. | Sun. - Mon. |
| Riverside Camping | $300 | $300 | $250 |
| Minimum Age: 16 | |||
| *Requires a Minimum of 6 Rafters to book. | |||
| Double Upper Gauley | Fri. - Sat. | Sat. - Sun. | Sun. - Mon. |
| Riverside Camping | $285 | $300 | $350 |
| Minimum Age: 16 | |||
| *Requires a Minimum of 6 Rafters to book. | |||
Spring and Summer Gauley River Rafting
Spend a hot summer day cooling off in the refreshing waters of the Gauley River. Here you’ll enjoy whitewater adventure as River Expeditions offers the use of rafts and/or duckies on this scenic whitewater trip. Experience the Gauley from a whole new perspective! This trip offers challenges for beginner to advanced paddlers; minimum of 6 people required.
Experience the best of both rivers in our Dueling Rivers option. Raft the Lower New River the first day and the Summer Gauley the next – make it a package and include camping and meals at River Expeditions basecamp.
The use of oar-powered rafts on these adventure sections allows your guide more control, with less risk and physical impact on you. So, if you have been reluctant to try these adventures, you can select this option and feel confident that it won’t be too physically demanding.
| Summer Gauley River | Weekday | Sun | Sat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rafting Only | $110 | $110 | $130 |
| Basecamp Camping | $140 | $140 | $160 |
| Minimum Age: 12 | |||
| *Requires a Minimum of 6 Rafters to book. | |||
Upper / Lower Gauley River Overnight Package
This premium trip includes two full days of rafting on the Gauley River. Day one you'll be on the intense Upper Gauley section and the adventurous Lower Gauley on day two. After the first day, you'll set up camp riverside and relax before dinner is served. Make memories with friends around the campfire after sharing a delicious meal, prepared by your guide-turned-gourmet-chef. Fall asleep under the stars to the river's gentle rhythms and wake refreshed before having a hearty breakfast and setting out for day two and the wild and scenic Lower Gauley River. After rafting on day two, return to camp at River Expeditions basecamp overnight and enjoy another lite breakfast before heading home the following day. Make the most of all the Gauley River offers on this premium two-day rafting expedition.
Traditional overnight whitewater rafting trip....Riverside Overnight Packages Include:
- 2 Days Rafting
- 2 or 3 Nights Lodging (depending on package)
- Lite Breakfast each Morning
- Round-Trip River Shuttle
- Delicious Riverside Deli Lunch on the River Each Day
- Complimentary Beverages after Rafting Each Day
- Hot Showers
- Deluxe Dinner Cookout after Rafting First Day
- Minimum of 8 People Required
| 2 Day Upper & Lower Overnight | Fri-Sat | Sat-Sun | Sun-Mon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Camping | $300 | $300 | $250 |
| Minimum Age: 16 | |||
| *Requires a Minimum of 8 Rafters to book. | |||
Upper / Lower New River Riverside Overnight Package
Enjoy all the New River has to offer with two glorious days of rafting and one night camped out on along the riverbank. This trip combines the fun of rafting the Upper New River with the excitement of rafting the Lower New River, plus the incredible experience of camping beneath the stars beside the river. Enjoy a delicious meal prepared for you, while you relax and unwind after a day of paddling fun. After dinner, roast marshmallows by the cozy fire before retiring to your tent for a well-deserved nights rest. You'll awake refreshed and rearing to go on day two, after a hearty riverside breakfast is served. This classic overnight trip is our most popular and also includes one night basecamp camping after rafting.
Riverside Overnight Packages Include:
- 2 Days Rafting
- 2 or 3 Nights Lodging (depending on package)
- Lite Breakfast each Morning
- Round-Trip River Shuttle
- Delicious Riverside Deli Lunch on the River Each Day
- Complimentary Beverages after Rafting Each Day
- Hot Showers
- Deluxe Dinner Cookout after Rafting First Day
- Minimum of 8 People Required
| 2 Day Upper & Lower Overnight | Fri-Sun | Mon-Thurs | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Camping | $230 | $195 | |
| Minimum Age: 12 | |||
Upper New River / Upper New River Family Overnight Trip
Family Overnight trips combine the fun and excitement of being on the river two days with the incredible experience of camping out along the riverbank underneath the stars. This trip features rafting on the magnificent Upper New River, a playful and mild section of the New River Canyon. Here you can use our inflatable kayaks, called 'duckies', for even more fun on the water. After a great day on the river, pull over and relax while dinner is being prepared by your guide. After dinner, gather around the cozy campfire for a sing-a-long and a marshmallow roast. The next morning you'll enjoy a delicious hearty breakfast before taking on the Upper New River for the second day. This is the ultimate family bonding trip - perfect for families with children ages 6 and up.
Riverside Overnight Packages Include:
- 2 Days Rafting
- 2 or 3 Nights Lodging (depending on package)
- Lite Breakfast each Morning
- Round-Trip River Shuttle
- Delicious Riverside Deli Lunch on the River Each Day
- Complimentary Beverages after Rafting Each Day
- Hot Showers
- Deluxe Dinner Cookout after Rafting First Day
- Minimum of 8 People Required
| Double Upper Overnight | Fri-Sun | Mon-Thurs |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside Camping | $230 | $195 |
| Minimum Age: 6 | ||
