Rent boats or tubes for the day and run your own shuttle and transport plan
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Rent a canoe, kayak, SUP, or tube for the day and plan your own outing on the Rivanna. You pick up, transport, and return the equipment to RRC headquarters with no shuttle included.
No shuttle or equipment transport is included. Returns are required by 5:00 pm the same day or between 8:30 and 9:30 am the following day; no after-hours returns without express permission from RRC staff. On weekends, only one additional person in the same car may launch using their own equipment due to limited space.
Self-guided trips: full refund with 48 hours notice of cancellation; no-shows are charged the full price. Guided trips or unique/custom trips must be cancelled or changed at least 72 hours in advance to receive a refund. Trips run rain or shine unless conditions are unsafe; if RRC cancels due to dangerous weather or unforeseen circumstances, you receive a full refund.
RRC headquarters
Rivanna River Company offers a surprisingly diverse range of activities that guests consistently rave about. The sauna and cold plunge experiences at Riversong Saunas are clearly the standout, with visitors praising the beautifully designed facilities, thoughtful amenities like essential oils and lavender towels, and the incredible riverside setting. The staff earns repeated mentions for being welcoming, kind, and accommodating. Beyond the sauna offerings, you'll find kayak and tube rentals for lazy river days, with reliable shuttle service to pickup points. What makes this spot special is the genuine vibe people describe. Reviewers use words like "magical" and note it feels transported to somewhere cooler than its actual location. The little touches matter here: complimentary ginger lemon tea, cozy gathering areas with fire pits between sauna sessions, and staff who make group experiences memorable. One reviewer mentioned the venue also hosts concerts and bluegrass shows, adding another dimension to the property. The river itself runs calm and slow, perfect for relaxing float trips with a cooler in tow.
magical place, better people
Yohannes Worku
December 25, 2025
magical place, better people
Yohannes Worku
December 25, 2025