Kayak in North Carolina

Seeking Adrenaline lists 8 companies that offer kayaking in North Carolina, across 7 towns. Bryson City has the most, and the rest are spread across the state, so check the list for the town nearest you. Each company sets its own prices, age rules and dates, and these can change from season to season, so check the company's own website before you plan your day. Compare them below by town and trip type.

Bryson City (2)

Nantahala Outdoor Center
Bryson City, NC
Whitewater raftingWhitewater kayak clinicsRecreational / tandem kayak rentalsZiplineRopes courseGuided mountain bike / bike parksRiver tubing
Wildwater Nantahala
Bryson City, NC
Whitewater raftingZiplineRecreational / tandem kayak rentalsJeep / 4x4 tours

Asheville (1)

Asheville Adventure Company
Asheville, NC
Whitewater raftingRecreational / tandem kayak rentalsRiver tubing

Bakersville (1)

NC Outdoor Adventures
Bakersville, NC
River tubingRecreational / tandem kayak rentals

Charlotte (1)

U.S. National Whitewater Center
Charlotte, NC
Whitewater raftingWhitewater kayak clinicsRecreational / tandem kayak rentalsStand-up paddleGuided outdoor rock climbingDeep-water solo venuesZiplineRopes courseGuided mountain bike / bike parks

Jefferson (1)

Zaloo's Canoes
Jefferson, NC
Canoe liveryRiver tubingRecreational / tandem kayak rentals

Todd (1)

Wahoo's Adventures
Todd, NC
Whitewater raftingRiver tubingRecreational / tandem kayak rentalsCanoe liveryStand-up paddle

Troy (1)

Uwharrie ATV Rentals
Troy, NC
UTV rentals (self-drive)Bike rentalsRecreational / tandem kayak rentalsCanoe livery