I will repeat what Jed said- this is an amusement park for adults. It is awesome. That is the easiest way to describe it.
DO NOT go into this thinking that it is white water rafting in West Virginia or Colorado. Suspend your judgment. Go into this accepting that it is more of an amusement park.
It is an absolutely incredible time. We have made good friends each time we have gone rafting with strangers. I know it is cheesy- but it is good team building and you leave it feeling better.
The live music on Thursdays? Awesome.
Dog friendly? Even more awesome.
Lots of micro-brews? Yes, please.
This is an EXCELLENT place to take out of town guests. They have probably seen nothing like it.
I also recommend this for all ages- my 7 year old nephew loves running around it and riding his bike. My 13 yr old nephew loves the kayaking. Lots of different activities.
Yes, it is pricey. But so is Carowinds and this a 1,000 times better