Rivanna River Tubing Trip In Charlottesville
Float the Rivanna River with a shuttle back
Duration
2 hours to 3 hours 30 min
Ideal For
14 people
Includes
Tube, Shuttle ride, PFD
Highlights
Float 1.5 miles down the Rivanna River from the Rivanna River Co Shop to Riverview Park, then ride the shuttle back. Enjoy a relaxed tubing trip with a mix of calm water and small rapids.
- Float 1.5 miles from the shop to Riverview Park
- Explore calm water, rapids, riverside beaches, and scenic views
- Relax on comfortable vinyl river tubes
- Ride a shuttle back to the starting point
- Bring friends and family on a family-friendly trip
- Launch with larger groups while shuttles max at 14 riders
What's Included
- Vinyl river tube
- Shuttle ride
- PFD (life jacket)
- Rope for tethering tubes
- One dry bag per group
Things to know
Minimum age is 6 and all participants must be able to swim. Children 12 and under are required to wear a PFD (life jacket). Alcohol is not allowed on the river or in public parks.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund with 48 hours notice for regular self-guided trips. Guided trips or custom trips require 72 hours notice. No-shows are charged the full price. Trips run rain or shine unless conditions pose unacceptable risk. Full refund if RRC cancels due to dangerous weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
FAQs
Yes. All participants are required to be able to swim.
Children must be age 6 or older. Children 12 and under are required to wear a PFD (life jacket). State law requires children 13 and under to wear a life jacket at all times on the water, and Rivanna River Company policy requires everyone to wear a life jacket at all times on the water.
Plan to get wet. Wear a bathing suit or shorts and a shirt with sleeves for sun protection. Wear water shoes, old tennis shoes, or sturdy sandals with heel straps; no flip flops or bare feet.
Meeting details
1520 E. High Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902,
