Asheville Tubing Adventure

Enjoy easy-going river vibes and stunning views in the heart of Asheville at the best price in town!

Asheville Tubing Adventure

Enjoy easy-going river vibes and stunning views in the heart of Asheville at the best price in town!

From $29/person

350+ Reviews on Trip Advisor / Viator / Google

Immerse yourself in the ultimate relaxation as you float down the French Broad River, surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of Asheville. For only $29, embark on a journey that offers amazing views of Carrier Park and the vibrant River Arts District. Don’t just hear about Asheville’s charm—experience it from the best seat in the city: a comfortable tube on the water.

Voted in the top 10 rivers to float by USA Today

Asheville Tubing Adventure

Trip Overview

Float the French Broad River while partying with your friends on a hot summer day! Tube from our spectacular outpost, located across the river from Biltmore property, float past Carrier park and through the bustling River Arts District. Take some cold beverages with you in our super comfy tubes with cup holders, and take your time getting back to us. Stop at any of the shady calm spots along the way and relax, take a refreshing plunge as you float along, or just kick back and soak up some sun and good times. This trip runs 7 days a week and generally takes about 2-3 hours depending on water levels, which is the perfect length for your trip. The trip begins at our Outpost at 521 Amboy and finishes at the River Arts District by our bike shop directly across the river from New Belgium Brewery.

What's Included

  • Inflatable inner tube
  • Personal floatation device (PFD) We provide high-quality PFDs with a weight range of 50 lbs-275 lbs

What To Wear & Bring

What to bring: Anything you bring will get wet.

  • Please bring water – it’s hot out there! We also sell bottled water at the Outpost. However, we prefer that you come prepared.
  • Bathing suit or quick dry clothing.
  • Sun hat/ sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Shoes (old sneakers, sandals flip flops)

What NOT to bring:

  • Absolutely NO GLASS!
  • No Liquor or fortified spirits
  • No pets
  • Anything you take with you on the river can get wet or lost

Adventure Details

What is the French Broad River?

The French Broad River is one of the oldest rivers in the world, spanning 218 miles from Rosman, North Carolina, through Asheville, and toward the state of Tennessee. It runs through the Pisgah National Forest and the Cherokee National Forest. The French Broad River flows north from south Asheville through Buncombe County and goes past West Asheville, Midtown, the River Arts District, and is close to Beer City breweries like New Belgium and Sierra Nevada.

Equipment

As a complete French Broad outfitter, Asheville Adventure Company provides all the equipment you’ll need for your trip. From kayaking to rafting to tubing, we only provide top-quality gear. For tube floating, this includes:

  • Tubes
  • Personal flotation device (PFDs) Required for anyone under 14. Recommended for everyone else
  • Cooler carrier tubes can be rented for $10ea (fits a cooler up to 50 qt).
  • Safety instruction

Waivers

Before embarking on the float, all tubers must sign a touchless liability waiver. Waivers for participating under the age of 18 must also be signed by a parent or guardian. You’ll receive links to the waiver with your trip confirmation.

Our French Broad tubing trip is recommended for adults, or children aged 4 and up. Everyone participating must wear PFDs and footwear with a heel strap during the entire outing. Although the trip is relaxed, participants need to be in good health and physically ready for the experience.

Departure Times

There are scheduled departure times for the tubing trip. Guests should plan to arrive 15 minutes before their scheduled float time.

Parking

While our headquarters offers parking, it can be rather limited on weekends. Taking an Uber or Lyft to our shop lets you relax to the fullest (while enjoying a beer or two at the end of the adventure).

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, please reserve your trip in advance.

Refunds can be provided for your tubing adventure with at least 48 hours of notice, or if the trip is canceled due to inclement weather. Please contact us as soon as possible if you need to cancel your reservation so we may discuss options.

Our tubing trip averages 2-3 hours.

All participants must be over 4 years old. All participants under 14 must wear a Personal Flotation Device (PFD) at all times. Participants must be over 50lbs. Our tubes/ PFDs can accommodate anyone between 50lbs and 275lbs. PFDs are not required for anyone over 14 but are always recommended.

Please do NOT litter while on the river. Put all trash back in your cooler, bring it back with you to the outpost where we have recycling facilities. NO GLASS OF ANY KIND.

Yes! You can avoid getting soaked by staying in your tube, but parts of you will still get wet. It feels great on a hot summer day!

The rule of thumb for tubing adventures is to bring only what you absolutely need. We Recommend leaving personal belongings locked in the car. We are happy to hold your car keys at or check in desk. Taking your phone or camera on the river is at your own risk.

Tours will be canceled if the weather creates unsafe conditions. All decisions to cancel trips are made as close to the tour date and time as possible, which allows participants to plan accordingly.

As a temperate rainforest, Asheville typically experiences a short burst of rain every day in the summer. In these cases, the trip will proceed as planned. If there are any changes in the schedule due to the weather, we will notify you by phone or text.

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