Adventure Activity Levels Defined
Activity level:
Easy
Participants should be in reasonable physical condition for ‘Easy’ Asheville Adventure Company Tours.
Paddling: Easy water activities include self-guided kayaking on flat or gently moving water and our Tranquil Family Raft experience. We also offer tubing for those seeking a relaxed float with minimal paddling. Participants MUST be able to swim and be comfortable on moving water. Rapids are typically calm or Class I, with occasional mild Class II depending on river levels.
Check out the American Whitewater River Difficulty Scale here.
Activity level:
Moderate
Participants should be in good physical condition for ‘Moderate’ Asheville Adventure Company Tours.
Paddling: Moderate paddling trips include the French Broad Section 9 whitewater experience and other guided rafting adventures on moving water with Class II–III rapids. Participants MUST be able to swim and be fully comfortable in faster currents. Good upper body strength and confidence swimming in moving water are recommended, as guests may actively paddle and encounter more dynamic river features.
Check out the American Whitewater River Difficulty Scale here.
Activity level:
Difficult
Participants should be in solid physical condition for ‘Difficult’ Asheville Adventure Company Tours.
Paddling: NA
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