Overview
Enjoy the freedom of paddling the French Broad on a wide, stable paddelboard!
Standing and paddling is much easier than you think, and these boards are some of the best watercraft for the river, since you can stand, sit, kneel, lie down, and not be constrained by only being in one position the whole time.
All of the guides are local SUP enthusiasts and Asheville paddleboard specialists, who can not only serve as your local guides, but also teach you everything from paddleboard basics to racing technique and tricks.
Board, paddle, and a dry bag are provided, and you can choose from sunrise, mid-morning, mid-afternoon, or late-afternoon trips.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Shuttle to launch point
Professional guide
Use of all equipment (paddleboard, paddle, personal flotation device, leash, river booties, and dry bag)
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and beverages
Towels and sun protection
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Tours depart from the the public boat ramp at 192 Riverside Drive. Here you will find parking as well as the Wai Mauna shuttle van which will take you on a drive through West Asheville en route to Hominy Creek River Park. Once here you'll exit the shuttle van and enjoy a scenic 4-mile paddle through Asheville's historic River Arts District and finish back at the boat ramp.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Company: Wai Mauna Asheville SUP Tours
• Address: 192 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC 28801
• It's advised you bring the following: swimwear, sunscreen, sunglasses, and an extra change of clothes you can keep in the car for when you're finished.
What to expect
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192 Riverside Dr
Enjoy a 4-mile, guided paddleboard trip down the French Broad River in Asheville, and finish within walking distance of restaurants and breweries in the heart of Asheville's River Arts District.
Learn all about town from a professional guide who will also teach you the strokes and technique for navigating your way down the river. All tours are private--so no paddling as part of a group--and the wide, stable, comfortable boards create an easy, user-friendly experience that first time paddlers can enjoy.
Over the course of the 4-mile tour you'll pass through parkland, forests, and streams while keeping an eye out for local wildlife such as herons, turtles, and deer. See where the Swannanoa River meets up with the French Broad, which is one of the oldest rivers in the world, as it weaves through the Appalachian Mountains.
Perfect for couples, families, and groups!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/New York).
Additional Information
- 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
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
FAQs about Guided Paddleboard Tour Through Asheville's River Arts District
Can I cancel Guided Paddleboard Tour Through Asheville's River Arts District for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
Tours depart from the the public boat ramp at 192 Riverside Drive.
What's included?
- Shuttle to launch point
- 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
Operated by Wai Mauna SUP Tours, LLC
