Rafting, Kayaking, & Fly Fishing Fun Starts in Western North Carolina
You will find us strategically based in the Nantahala Gorge at the Nantahala River, close to Bryson City, NC – the epicenter for multi-sport outdoor vacations near the Smoky Mountain National Park. Internationally, we offer you adventure vacations in Ecuador that include white water kayaking trips, whitewater rafting, bird watching and custom EcoAdventure Trips. No matter how you choose to enjoy the outdoors, we want to share your passion for getting outside and having fun. Join us today for your best adventure yet.
White Water Rafting
We raft three of the most beautiful rivers in the southeast: the Class II-III Nantahala River, the Class III-IV Ocoee River and the Class IV+ Cheoah River. Based just outside of Bryson City, near the Smoky Mountain National Park, our rivers give you the choice between family rafting (7 years old and up) as well as advanced Class IV+ for the more adventurous.
Kayaking Instruction
Our renowned paddling program is quality instruction for beginners and advanced paddlers alike. The focus is on you – learning to roll your kayak, improving stroke work, and advanced moves for stepping up your game. You can choose between personalized private instruction or group workshops. For the kids – we have one of the best kids kayaking programs!
Fly Fishing
For guided float trips, wade trips or introductory fly fishing instruction, our location offers some of the most diverse fishing opportunities. We offer year-round fishing on a variety of rivers that provide both wild and stocked brook, brown and rainbow trout, as well as warm water streams with small-mouth bass. Endless River Adventures is permitted through the U.S. Forest Service for guided float trips on the Nantahala River.
Our full service fly fishing shop is at the Nantahala River.
Ecuador Travel
The amazing white water is what brought us to Ecuador, but it is the diversity in this small South American country that has kept us coming back. It’s got it all: rich cultural heritage, stunning scenery, world class rivers, birdwatching, Galapagos Islands, beautiful coastline and snow-capped volcanoes. Guests return year after year for our all-inclusive eco adventure trips with kayaking, rafting, hiking, birdwatching, and more out of our ecolodge home base.
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We loved our guided raft trip down the Nantahala River. Our guide was Bill. He kept us entertained with his jokes and helped calm my nerves with his knowledge. Our... read more
August 8, 2020
Our family is new to whitewater kayaking and found Endless River Adventures through the recommendation of our kayak dealer. We found them to be a knowledgeable, welcoming, and well-organized outfitter... read more
August 24, 2022
My wife and I had a blast with our ultra friendly and supportive guide Neil white water rafting on the Nantahala River. This trip was just right for two... read more
April 11, 2021