Trip Details
Season
Age
Class Rapids
Duration Info
Required to Wear
Canyoneering: Closed-toe shoes with a secure backing (so they won’t fall off your feet).
Ziplining: Closed-toe shoes with a secure backing (so they won’t fall off your feet) .
Intensity
weight
Notes
We provide
Ziplining
- Water - We provide water during the trip.
- Safety Equipment - We will provide all equipment; including helmet and harness.
Canyoneering
- Water Shoes - We supply Astral water shoes for maximum performance.
- Rappelling Gloves
- Small backpack
- All safety equipment
Please Bring
Ziplining
- Shoes - Guests are required to wear closed-toed shoes. No flip flops, sandals, Crocs, or any other shoe where the foot/toes are exposed.
- Medication - Any medication that you may need immediate access to while on the trip (e.g., asthma inhaler, Epipen or diabetic glucose).
- Strap for glasses - We recommend a retainer strap for glasses (these can be bought in the store if you don’t have one).
- Snacks prior to, or after, your adventure. No food will be on the trip.
Canyoneering
- Any medication that you may need immediate access to while on the trip (e.g., asthma inhaler, epipen or diabetic glucose).
- Change of clothes and a towel to leave in the van.
- We suggest you bring socks to wear with the shoes we provide.
- For taking photos, a small waterproof/shockproof camera or disposable camera is best.
- A “brown-bag” style lunch (i.e. a sandwich or wrap) and/or your favorite energy bar (i.e. Clif, Lara, or Rx bar) or trail mix.
- We will provide one water bottle; please bring extra if you think you’ll need it.
Do Not Bring
- Do not bring animals to the outpost, no exceptions.
- Valuables or anything else that you would mind having lost, wet, or broken.
- Anything that can be dropped (because they typically can’t be retrieved). We will provide a secure place for you to store your keys while on the trip.
- Animals to the outpost, no exceptions.
- Valuables or anything else that you would mind having lost, wet, or broken.
- Canyoneering: You are unlikely to have cell service on the trip. We recommend not bringing your cell phone on the actual trip.
Participation Requirements
Ziplining
Weight
All participants must weigh in, fully clothed, between 70 and 245 lbs. No exceptions. All participants will be weighed discreetly before their trip.
Physical Fitness
- Be able to comfortably walk unassisted on uneven terrain such as trails, ramps, and stools.
- Be able to comfortably hold onto handlebars/trolley during the tour.
- Be able to stand from a seated position on the platforms.
Health and Medical Conditions
- Be in good health and be prepared to physically participate in the tour. You cannot participate if you have an existing medical condition that could require urgent care (such as major heart problems or seizure disorders) or if you have a condition that could jeopardize your or another participant’s safety.
- We ask that you do not participate if you are pregnant, and recommend that if you have significant musculoskeletal problems – that you seek the advice of your physician before booking your trip.
- You cannot participate if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any medication that could impair you in any way.
If you may require any fast-acting medications, such as an EpiPen, diabetic glucose, or an asthma inhaler, please bring them on your trip and inform your Guides.
Waiver
- You participate at your own risk.
- All guests are required to sign a waiver.
Canyoneering
Weight
There is no weight min or max. Participants must fit a climbing harness with a waist measurement between 18-45″ and a leg measurement between 10-28″.
Age
Minimum age of 12. Any participant under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Physical Fitness
You are fit enough if you can comfortably walk 3 miles unassisted on a trail carrying a light pack, comfortably hike on uphill and downhill slopes, climb or descend 5 flights of stairs, and climb a ladder with ease. You must also be comfortable with heights.
Health and Medical Conditions
- You cannot participate if you have an existing medical condition that could require urgent care (such as major heart problems or seizure disorders) or if you have a condition that could jeopardize your or another participant’s safety.
- We also do not recommend that you participate if you are pregnant or have significant musculoskeletal problems – please seek the advice of your physician before booking your trip.
- You cannot participate if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any medication that could impair you in any way.
If you may require any fast-acting medications such as an EpiPen, diabetic glucose, or an asthma inhaler please bring them on your trip and inform your Guides.
Waiver
All guests are required to sign a waiver. You participate at your own risk.
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View More TestimonialsWhat a great time.. the guides are hilarious and made me (a first timer) feel safe in their capable hands.. going back and bringing the kids.
Went Ziplining while on vacation and it was a blast! The girls that took us were so much fun! If I'm ever back in the area I will definitely be going back to do their other activities!
Went on Canyoneering trip on June 3. Guides were knowledgable and made the trip fun. Would definitely recommend this trip.
This was my first time zip lining, and I'm really glad I chose French Broad Adventures. The staff were professional, knowledgeable and friendly. They were thorough in preparing and instructing our group. They were attentive to safety at all times. They checked and inspected our gear several times during the session, and they enforced the rules as necessary The course was fun and the scenery was beautiful. I recommend French Broad Adventures highly for families and adults!
We used this company 22 years ago for our honeymoon. They were fantastic... so much so we will be returning with our 3 kids this summer!!
So much fun and such beautiful views! My first zip line.. very nervous... but in good hands! Special thanks to Shelby and Stephen for keeping us safe..keeping us laughing..and the mid flight rescue!!!! You guys are the best!!
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