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We compared all 18 experiences in West Virginia so you can choose in minutes: real prices, verified reviews and our editorial picks.

★5.0 18 experiences from US$ 27 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

Must-do experiences

New River Gorge Whitewater Rafting WV: Class III/IV Rapids & Lunch
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New River Gorge Whitewater Rafting WV: Class III/IV Rapids & LunchWhitewater rafting through New River Gorge National Park with Class III/IV rapids, riverside lunch, and professional guides. Full-day trips start 9 AM. No experience needed.
559 reviews
4.96★
Duration
6h
Next departure: 1 Apr 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 125per person
New River Gorge Family Rafting: Class I-II Rapids & Lunch
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New River Gorge Family Rafting: Class I-II Rapids & LunchFamily rafting on West Virginia's Upper New River with kids ages 5+. Class I-II rapids, lunch included, professional guide, all gear provided.
176 reviews
4.95★
Duration
5h
Next departure: 1 Apr 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 125per person
Lower New River Whitewater Rafting: Class IV-V Rapids & Lunch
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Best value
Lower New River Whitewater Rafting: Class IV-V Rapids & LunchNavigate 25+ rapids on West Virginia's Lower New River with an expert guide. Class I-V whitewater, riverside lunch, and all gear included. Small groups, 12+.
188 reviews
4.87★
Duration
5h
Next departure: 12 Jun 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 153per person

Recommended (7)

ATV Riding in New River Gorge: 100+ Miles of Trails
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ATV Riding in New River Gorge: 100+ Miles of Trails
127 reviews
4.97★
Duration
3h 30m
fromUS$ 195per person
Ziplining New River Gorge: Six lines, nearly 200 feet up
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Travelers' pick
Ziplining New River Gorge: Six lines, nearly 200 feet up
54 reviews
4.87★
Duration
3h
fromUS$ 113per person
New River Gorge Off-Road Family Side by Side Tour
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New River Gorge Off-Road Family Side by Side Tour
49 reviews
4.98★
Duration
3h
fromUS$ 435per group
New River Gorge Whitewater Rafting: Half-Day Class V Rapids
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Travelers' pick
New River Gorge Whitewater Rafting: Half-Day Class V Rapids
44 reviews
4.93★
Duration
4h
fromUS$ 109per person
Lower Gauley River: Class IV-V Whitewater Rafting & Lunch
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Lower Gauley River: Class IV-V Whitewater Rafting & Lunch
36 reviews
4.81★
Duration
6h
fromUS$ 164per person
Ziplining in West Virginia: Seven Lines Through Hemlock Forest
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Ziplining in West Virginia: Seven Lines Through Hemlock Forest
36 reviews
5.00★
Duration
3h
fromUS$ 103per person
New River Gorge Whitewater Rafting: Full Day Class V Rapids
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New River Gorge Whitewater Rafting: Full Day Class V Rapids
28 reviews
5.00★
Duration
6h
fromUS$ 139per person

More options (6)

Kayaking Kanawha Falls: Guided paddle to the cascades
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Kayaking Kanawha Falls: Guided paddle to the cascadesKayak Kanawha Falls in West Virginia with a licensed guide, paddle to the cascades, and hike to an upper section of the falls in about two hours.
3 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h
Next departure: 4 Aug 2027Live guide ENInstant confirmationfromUS$ 65per person
Ziplining in Moundsville, West Virginia: 4 Lines & Sky Bridge
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Ziplining in Moundsville, West Virginia: 4 Lines & Sky BridgeFour ziplines plus a suspended bridge crossing near Moundsville, with all safety gear provided and guides handling the clipping.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h
Next departure: 12 Jun 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 79per person
West Virginia Treetop Challenge: Ziplines & Obstacles
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Likely to sell out
West Virginia Treetop Challenge: Ziplines & ObstaclesNavigate nets, ziplines, swinging bridges and suspended platforms through four acres of forest at TimberTrek Adventure Park with safety gear and ground guides for three hours.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
3h
Next departure: 13 Jun 2027Live guide ENInstant confirmationfromUS$ 60per person
Greenbrier River Trail bike rental: Half-day self-guided ride
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Greenbrier River Trail bike rental: Half-day self-guided rideRent a bike at Caldwell shop for a half-day ride on Greenbrier River Trail with helmet and route guidance. Flat rail trail through valleys and forest suits all skill levels.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
7
Free cancellationfromUS$ 27per person
Promise Land Bee Farm Private Tour in Charleston, West Virginia
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Promise Land Bee Farm Private Tour in Charleston, West VirginiaPrivate West Virginia farm tour featuring honeybees and exotic animals with hands-on interaction and fresh honey tasting.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
1h–3h
Every dayLive guide ENInstant confirmationfromUS$ 50per person
New River Gorge: Private Whitewater Rafting & Hotel Pickup
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New River Gorge: Private Whitewater Rafting & Hotel PickupPrivate whitewater rafting at New River Gorge National Park. Class III–IV rapids, 6-hour adventure with hotel pickup, guide and gear included.
Duration
9h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENHotel pickupInstant confirmationfromUS$ 1,378per person

West Virginia at a glance ✓ 2026-11-03

  • Most booked: New River Gorge Whitewater Rafting WV: Class III/IV Rapids & Lunch, US$ 125 (6h, 4.96★ · 559).
  • Top rated: New River Gorge Family Rafting: Class I-II Rapids & Lunch, US$ 125 (5h, 4.95★ · 176).
  • Best value: Lower New River Whitewater Rafting: Class IV-V Rapids & Lunch, US$ 153 (5h, 4.87★ · 188).

Of the 18 experiences: 11 with free cancellation, 14 with instant confirmation, 1 with hotel pickup and 10 bookable last-minute.

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