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Ocoee River Group Rafting Trips in Tennessee
Group Rafting Adventures for Schools, Churches, Corporate Teams, & More
Group rafting trips at Nantahala Outdoor Center’s Ocoee River Outpost offer whitewater thrills and opportunities for collaboration within an easy drive of Chattanooga, Atlanta, and Nashville.
Why Groups Love Rafting the Ocoee River with NOC
- The Ocoee is the most popular whitewater rafting river in the United States, offering warm water and continuous rapids ideal for rafters of all experience levels.
- NOC has been guiding on the Ocoee River since 1977. Our guides are extensively trained and prioritize guest comfort on every trip.
- Our reservation staff specializes in organizing group outings, making trip planning stress-free.
What Types of Groups Benefit from a Rafting Adventure?
The Nantahala Outdoor Center team regularly plans outings for schools, churches, corporate teams, and adventure clubs. A whitewater rafting adventure offers benefits for each group type!
- School groups get the opportunity to teach students about hydrology, regional history, and collaboration.
- Church & youth groups are afforded a beautiful setting to engage in fellowship and strengthen connections.
- Corporate teams enjoy a chance to unplug in a new environment, ideal for strengthening communication and teamwork.
What is Included in a Group Rafting Trip?
Planning a retreat can be complicated. At NOC, it isn’t. Our team works with you to coordinate every part of your experience and provide all necessary gear, so everything runs smoothly from arrival to departure.
Your group’s whitewater rafting adventure includes the following:
- Planning expertise from our group coordinators
- Professional, highly trained river guides
- A thorough pre-trip safety demonstration
- All necessary whitewater gear and equipment, including helmets and personal floatation devices
- Transportation from our outpost to the river put-in and take-out locations
Which Rafting Trips are Available for Groups?
Nantahala Outdoor Center offers two trips on the Ocoee River: A 3 to 3.5-hour Middle Ocoee Trip and a 5.5-hour Combo Trip featuring the Middle and Upper Ocoee. Both trips offer riverside lunch options!
Middle Ocoee Rafting Trip: The most popular Ocoee rafting trip featuring five miles of continuous Class III rapids like Broken Nose and Tablesaw. Perfect for first-time rafters and groups seeking nonstop whitewater excitement. (Ages 12+)
Combo Rafting Trip: This option combines the Upper and Middle Ocoee, including the Olympic whitewater course. This full-day trip delivers the most complete and action-packed rafting experience on the river. (Ages 13+)
Start Planning a Trip Your Group Will Remember
Whether you’re early in the process or ready to book, we’ll help you map out the right experience for your group. Our group coordinators are ready to build a retreat that fits your goals, timeline, and budget.
Call our group sales manager at 828-785-5010 or fill out the form below.
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