Pair a self-guided river paddle with a visit to Luray Caverns
4 hrs
Canoe/kayak, gear, caverns tickets
Explore the Shenandoah River by canoe or kayak on an unguided outing that ends back at your car. Some paddling experience is preferred for this sampler trip.
Cancel at least 48 hours before your scheduled trip start time for a full refund. Cancellations less than 48 hours before the start time and no-shows are non-refundable. Trips run rain or shine and are subject to change due to river levels.
Product ID: ZMAMBB
Pick up your caverns tickets at the outfitter office; plan to do your river trip first. If you're in the area for multiple days, you can pick up the tickets at any time.
No. River shoes and dry bags are not included; both are available to buy separately at the office.
Bring sunscreen, a swimsuit, a hat, sunglasses, a change of clothes, and a waterproof container. Pack water and snacks in a small cooler, with no glass or Styrofoam.
Shenandoah River Outfitters, 6502 S Page Valley Rd, Luray, VA 22835
Beneath the Shenandoah Valley floor, Luray Caverns opens into a world of stone formations that took millions of years to grow. The air is cool and damp, carrying the faint mineral scent of deep earth, while soft lighting reveals columns, draperies, and pools so still they mirror the ceiling above. Luray Caverns rewards every visitor who steps below the surface with something genuinely difficult to describe until you see it yourself.
Had a great time. They seemed a bit disorganized but they also had over 250 people to get on the river and a broken bus...so some disorganization is to be expected. We had a wonderful adventure and the 3 miles took just about 4 hours. Learned a few things... Bring bungee chords to attach tubes together rather than using their string. Don't get out of your tube unless you are strong enough to get back in. If you choose to swim. Wear your vest.
Barrie Perrottino
September 9, 2026
Had a great time. They seemed a bit disorganized but they also had over 250 people to get on the river and a broken bus...so some disorganization is to be expected. We had a wonderful adventure and the 3 miles took just about 4 hours. Learned a few things... Bring bungee chords to attach tubes together rather than using their string. Don't get out of your tube unless you are strong enough to get back in. If you choose to swim. Wear your vest.
Barrie Perrottino
September 9, 2026
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