7 Mile Guided Paddleboard Tour On The French Broad River in Asheville
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Overview
Enjoy this private, guided paddleboard tour along a scenic section of Asheville's French Broad that borders the Biltmore Estate! Your guide will regale you with local history help spot wildlife like otters, herons, turtles, osprey, and deer. After meeting your guide at Hominy Creek River Park you'll enjoy a shuttle in an air conditioned van to the starting point at Bent Creek, where you'll receive a lesson and expert instruction from your certified paddleboard instructor. Once you feel confident and comfortable on the board you'll follow your guide on a 2.5 hour private paddle down the river. This section of river is beautifully forested and offers views of the Biltmore Estate, which is a Châteauesque-style mansion built by George Washington Vanderbilt II. You'll also learn expert paddleboarding tips and finish back at Hominy Creek River Park within minutes of restaurants and breweries.
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GET TICKETSTicket Options (3) Options Available
Option(s)
10:30am Tour (7 Miles)
Paddle by Asheville's Biltmore Estate! Tour departs at 10:30am and includes guide and all equipment. Min 2-guests per booking.
8:00am Morning Tour (7 Miles)
Enjoy a scenic paddle past Asheville's Biltmore Estate! Tour departs at 8:00am and includes guide and all equipment. Min 2-guests per booking.
2:30pm Tour (7 Miles)
Paddle by Biltmore Estate in at at the warmest part of the day! Departs at 2:30pm and includes guide and all equipment. Min 2-guests per Booking.
Starting from
$99
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Local guide
- Shuttle to launch point
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Professional guide
- Use of all equipment (paddleboard, paddle, personal flotation device, leash, river booties, and dry bag)
What's not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and beverages
- Towels and sun protection
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- There is maximum weight limit of 260 lbs.
- A minimum of 2 adults per booking is required
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Suitable for ages 10 years and up
- It is recommended that you bring the following: swimwear, sunscreen, sunglasses, waterproof camera, and change of dry clothes that you can leave in your car so you can change at the end of the tour
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