Nashville · NASHVILLE KAYAK & RIVER CRUISES
The Cumberland bends right past the stadium and the skyline, which is the whole argument for getting on it. These 15 range from a paddle upstream to a lunch cruise on a paddlewheeler, each priced and timed.
Review the General Jackson Showboat cruise in Nashville, with Southern dining, live music, river views, transport details, tips, and value advice.
“Was a great experience as soon as you get on boat, until you get off ! Crew & music & Food were excellent !!!”
Review the General Jackson dinner cruise in Nashville, with river views, Tennessee music, dinner quality, seating tips, accessibility, and value.
“Loved the entertainment and the food! Good service too”
Paddle three calm miles from Shelby Park into downtown Nashville with kayak gear, shuttle, safety tips, wildlife, and skyline views for $59.
“This was a perfect activity to cool off and relax! 3 mile float down river at your own pace! It took us about 1 1/2 hour. We saw an eagle, turtles, a crane and a baby raccoon! I would highly recommend it!”
Paddle three miles toward downtown Nashville on a small-group kayak tour with skyline views, equipment, shuttle service, water, and sunscreen.
“Everything was PERFECT! Definitely a must do while visiting Nashville. Our tour guide Josh was super helpful and even made sure we had some great pictures!”
Review the Nashville Pontoon Saloon, a two-hour Cumberland River party cruise with music, drinks, city views, and a lively crew.
“A really fun ride. Great music, beautiful views and the crew was very helpful and kept everyone happy and having a great time.”
Review of Nashville’s family-friendly Cumberland River cruise, with live history, downtown views, onboard bar, pricing, meeting tips, and honest drawbacks.
“This boat ride was great! Jim and Cody were a pleasure! it was a great way to celebrate my husband's birthday! we will definitely be back!”
Cruise Nashville’s Cumberland River aboard the General Jackson with a Southern lunch, live country music, comedy, fiddle solos, and hotel pickup.
“Food was great. Entertainment reminded me of something in a country Vegas. Fiddle player was awesome!”
Paddle the Cumberland River through Nashville with a guide, skyline views, gear, sunscreen, and a flexible kayak option for windy days.
“Yes we could kayak at home but doing it in Nashville was an amazing experience!! Josh and Dan are the best… so funny!!!”
Cruise Percy Priest Lake on a private pontoon with a captain, floats, cooler, and tubing, with Party Cove or a quiet swimming spot on the route.
“Sean was the best !!! We had so much fun!!!! The water was perfect and the boat was so nice. We went in October and the weather was so nice! Great time!!!”
Paddle three easy miles down Nashville’s Cumberland River, spot turtles and herons, and finish with striking skyline views for $45.
“it was amazing I've never rode a kayak before but it was definitely peaceful and amazing”
Review of Nashville’s 3-hour Percy Priest Lake party boat with three slides, tubing, floats, captain, cooler, and room for large groups.
“Beautiful day !!! Boat was great! Captain was amazing!! Everything was clean and we had so much fun! We were here for my nieces bachlorette and the girls had a great time!!”
Cruise Percy Priest Lake on a private 25-foot pontoon with a captain, tube, floats, music, and three hours in Nashville’s Party Cove.
“Captain was awesome, amazing experience that you won’t regret! Captain asked what experience we wanted and how we wanted to spend our time. Accommodated based on our answers and kept the experience great, knowing when to chat with us or let us as friends have our conversations.”
Review of Rowdy Boats’ private 30-foot slide pontoon on Percy Priest Lake, with tubes, floats, music, and a captain for groups of up to 16.
“Matt was very professional, but at the same time was also entertaining and made for a safe and very fun event for our group.”
Paddle a clear kayak on Old Hickory Lake from Bledsoe Creek State Park, with wildlife, calm water, small groups, and a guide for $69.
“Beautiful lake setting, very enjoyable activity. Carolina was a delightful and competent guide. Highly recommended.”
Paddle 3 miles from Shelby Park to Nissan Stadium, with skyline views, wildlife, a shuttle back, and easy access to Broadway.
“It was fun and a different way to see Nashville”
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