Most reviewed Self-Guided Tours & Rentals in Virginia
5.0Twin River Outfitters(162 reviews) - Kayaking down the river might be more work than you expect Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Boat Tours • Water Sports • Boat Rentals • Self-Guided Tours & Rentals • Kayaking & Canoeing
We rented kayaks here for paddling down the James River. We were pleased that this company makes it easy to choose an adventure and rent the equipment. They even lend you the dry cases and dry bags for cell phone, keys, etc. for no additional cost. You make reservations online ahead of time. When you arrive you check in at the building across the street (and can use the restroom or changing rooms). Then you get a lifejacket and have a quick video and oral lesson with a few pointers. Then they bus you up to the point on the river where you get your kayaks. This is where it was a little confusing. You may not remember which type of kayak you had registered for and they are all there together with no person to distribute. For me it was my first time ever kayaking so I didn't know what to do. And no one gave instruction. By watching others I figured out you grab paddles (but I didn't know which ones) and you grab a kayak (and I didn't know which one) and you shove off into the river. That would be well and good if one has ever kayaked before. And I should mention there were class 1 and class 2 rapids on this 9-mile trip down the river. As I was a newbie and had zero instruction, I got turned around backwards right at the top of first rapid. And maybe because of my nerves I got turned around sideways or backward at every rapid. So scary. There should have been kayaking instruction given before ever letting newbies go down the river with no guide. (tears and panic attacks were experienced) The river level was low from summer draught so the current wasn't very swift. We had to literally paddle for 4 hours to get down river to starting point. We are strong and in-shape and it was a lot of tiring work. (Just making it real so you know what to expect.)See more..
5.0Alleghany Outdoors(44 reviews) - Great tubing experience ! Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Taxis & Shuttles • Bike Tours • Gear Rentals • Self-Guided Tours & Rentals
The outfitter was very well organized. We brought our own bikes and rode about 7–8 miles up the beautiful trail and had a great lunch at Cliff View Golf and Fly Fish Inn/Brewhouse. Be sure to stop and explore the Swinging Bridge between milepost 4.5 - 5.0. We then rode back to the outfitter and cooled down with a 2 mile tube float. The outfitter gave great advice about how to navigate the river. The tubes were sturdy, which was needed, given that we scraped over a few rocks. We recommend taking the small paddle that was offered as it allows person to maneuver better and push off rocks and the bank.See more..
This was an Extraordinary experience driving this super outfitted jeep through the steep mountain trails, streams and major mud holes to the summit at Reddish Knob for a spectacular view! My husband and I have been married for 50 years and this was one of the most memorable vacation experiences of all time. It challenged us to do things we never did before... and gain tremendous confidence in our accomplishment. Shawn, our guide and owner, shared all of his knowledge and skills to create a comfortable experience... he's a patient and smart teacher. He wants everyone to have a safe and FUN time.… and we did!See more..
5.0Maiden Voyage Outfitters(5 reviews) - Great time on the river. Friendly, nice service. Thursday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM Water Sports • Self-Guided Tours & Rentals • Kayaking & Canoeing
We had a family reunion and wanted to get our bunch on a little adventure for the day. We had a wonderful time. Age 4 to 65 and even the teens had a great time. (no small feat). This company was great. Showed up on time, was nice and friendly. Tubes were clean and newer. The whole experience was very easy, safe, and fun.See more..
The guides were knowledgeable, friendly, easy to work with and well prepared. They have a good variety of adventures. Equipment was in good shape. Both adventures were thoroughly enjoyed by the whole group. We will be keeping our eye out for a new adventures. See more..
