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Question: What is a 'Duck or ThrillKat'?
A 'Duck' is a cross between a kayak and a raft. Stable, sturdy and easy to maneuver, ducks are a delightful way to paddle a river. ThrillKats are similar, but have 2 tubes, like a catamaran.
It doesn't take an expert boater to handle a ducky or ThrillKat. We offer ducks to first timers on many of our rivers.
Double ducks are for 2 people and are only available on the Lower Nolichucky River.
Recommendations for duckies and ThrillKats*:
Lower Nolichucky River Experience is not required for duckys. We recommend single ducky paddlers be ages 11+. Double duckiys are available on the Lower Nolichucky River.
French Broad River Experience is not required for duckys. We recommend ducky paddlers be ages 13+. ***The 8 mile full day trip is a strenuous trip in a ducky. Double duckies are not available on the French Broad River.
Nolichucky River Gorge Experience is not required for duckys. This is a strenuous trip. We recommend ducky paddlers be ages 14+, fit and adventurous! Double duckys are not available in the Nolichucky River Gorge.
Watauga River A limited number of single and double ducks may be available on the day of your trip.
Nantahala River Single and double duckys and/or ThrillKats are available for rental trips on the Nantahala River. We recommend single ducky paddlers be ages 12+.
Duckys are available subject to water levels the day of your trip. We make no guarantees on the French Broad or Nolichucky Rivers as these are free flowing rivers subject to rapid changes in water levels.
