Full River Rafting Adventure on the Ocoee River

Are you geared up for an entire day of thrilling action at the Ocoee River? Experience the quintessential Tennessee white water rafting journey, featuring 10 miles of untamed rapids to arouse your enthusiasm.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • 869 US-64 - We’ll start you off in the remote gorge near Ocoee Dam No.3, then it’s on downstream to some intense class III & IV big water. About half way down, the Ocoee River narrows into the Olympic white water competition course. Your adrenaline will be pumping! Your Full River Trip includes a riverside picnic lunch served at the end of the Upper section. Picnic lunch includes sandwiches, chips, cookies, fruit, sweet tea and lemonade. Just when you thought you’ve experienced it all, we’ll shoot down the middle Ocoee and take on over 20 more class III & IV rapids including Double Suck, Flipper, Diamond Splitter and Hell’s Hole. This combo trip takes about 5 hours to complete. This trip is only available on weekends from mid May thru September, so don’t wait to book it! This is one white water adventure that’s tough to beat. (Remember: Children must be at least 12 years old to raft the Ocoee)
What's Included
  • Private transportation provided
  • High-quality paddles included
  • Personal Floatation Devices (PFDs) supplied
  • Safety helmets provided
  • Delicious lunch included
  • Top-notch whitewater rafts
  • Expert guides accompany the tour
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Location
869 US-64
U.S. 64
We meet at our Outpost. This is where you receive equipment and training speech. The bus departs from Outpost to the river and returns from the trip.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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R1444riadams
Jul 31, 2024
Fantastic trip because of the team - The entire team at Cherokee is exceptional and the whitewater trip was a great time for our entire family. This is a repeat trip for us as we had such a good time last year. From online booking, waivers, check in, to prep/pre-brief, and excursion, the team at Cherokee makes sure you have a great, and seamless, experience and can just enjoy the whitewater trip. They ensure you can focus on the fun/excitement while they handle all of the details, coordination and support in a very professional manner. We had Jamieson as a guide - exceedingly experienced on the water, knowledgeable about the area and very personable. Cherokee sets a standard when it comes to safety and professionalism that is lacking in some of the other outfitters in the area. They have a well-stocked merch store so if you forget any essentials (water shoes, glasses strap) or want something to remember your trip, they have it. They have onsite facilities to change/shower as well as games/activities for when you are waiting for your excursion. The very ample lunch mid-way through is a variety of sandwiches, shrimp, chips, watermelon, cookies and drinks...nice break to fuel up for the second part of the trip.
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Molly_applecakes
Jul 30, 2024
Excellent! - Amazing time! The rafting was exhilarating and fun! 🤩 I screamed through all the rapids. My husband and I absolutely loved when we were able to jump off the raft and swim in part of the river. Our guide Emma was great and a fantastic time was had by all!
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Davidkz2383dk
Jul 28, 2024
Cherokee Rafting - If you're rafting the Ocoee, Cherokee Rafting is your place. From Mandy in booking, the bus driver and every guide we encountered, we received a warm welcome and helpful reception. They genuinely appear happy to host you and the hospitality is engaging and fun. We were fortunate enough to have Ethan as our guide. HIs intimate knowledge of the river and expert paddling skills allows him to offer an unrivaled adventurous ride. After a full day on the river, we booked the following day with Ethan. Ask for him by name, you will not be disappointed. Thanks to all of the Cherokee staff for providing us with unforgettable family memories!
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Noah272
Jul 28, 2024
Father son trip. - Will was an outstanding guide. Excellent father son trip with my 13 year old boy. Would highly recommend. Lots of adventure and laughter. Well done.
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Grahamb543
Jul 28, 2024
By far the best rafting company on the Ocoee River! - Great trip down the upper and middle sections. Papie Goose AKA: Ezra did an amazing job keeping us all safe and inside the raft. What a fun adventure had by all! Thanks for an exceptional experience!
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S8514xujasonp
Jul 25, 2024
A great day - Took my family and some friends of theirs and had an absolutely great time. The river was amazing and all the crews I saw for Cherokee did a great job. I would highly recommend Ben as the guide, I am not discounting any others but he knew every part of that river and every trick to give you the best time based on what he thought you could give. These guides work to give you a good trip and the Parkers and crew appreciated it and the great day it was!!
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Johnbp6007sc
Jul 20, 2024
Awesome White Water - awesome trip, Ben our guide was amazing and set us up for a fun time through the rapids while also keeping us safe and all of us in the boat. Highly recommend Cherokee Rafting.
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942stacye
Jul 16, 2024
Epic!! Fantastic rafting! - BEST DAY EVER!!! WE LOVED RAFTING!! The trip down the river was amazing!! Perfect on a hot day. We will be back to the Ocoee! Excellent experience.
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Bittersweetprincezz
Jul 13, 2024
Best damn rafting trip ever!! - We had the most amazing time on river with Will. I would HIGHLY recommend this company as we encountered a couple bad rafting encounters due to other companies lack of knowledge and safety.
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Passport635048
Jul 7, 2024
Whitewater Rafting the Ocoee River - I highly recommend Cherokee Rafting for a fun filled and adventurous day of whitewater rafting. My son, daughter, their "significant others", and me (the fifth wheel) had a blast on the river the July 4th weekend (2024). The entire experience with staff, and especially our river guide Ben, was nothing short of exceptional. I would definitely do this again with Cherokee Rafting!
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