Chattooga Section III Full-Day Reviews

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“I had sent a previous review. The experience was great. The only suggestion I had is that the outpost should have the the water cameras for sale. Also since they already bringing a camera to take a picture they should take pictures before getting on the bus and also at the time of jumping into the water from the boulder. We did not have a camera and the only pictures we have are the ones taken not the last rapid. Overall I loved it”

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Posted 1 year ago

“Had a perfect afternoon on the river with NOC. Our guide Benton made us feel comfortable, provided excellent directions and local information, and guided us perfectly down the river. Water level was a low for our trip but we were able to go through the rapids/drops. We were stuck a few times but it seemed normal. We had 2 adults and 3 kids (aged 11, 12, 13) and it was a first experience for all. The orientation is appropriately intimidating as one should take rafting seriously, but the guides make it a safe and fun day on the river. Our trip leader was engaging and always calm. All guides scouted rapids together and were highly organized and communicative to ensure safety for all. Lunch provided is filling and good - my only critique is that we had a lot of food waste for our trip which was unfortunate. I recommend that rafters ask for water at the various spots to stay hydrated. They have it available but don't remember to offer it every time. We stopped often for swim and activity breaks. Pace was perfect. It's an expensive outing for a family but a highly enjoyable and memorable activity.”

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Posted 1 year ago

“We did the III full day on 6/9. I had not been rafting since I was a teen. My wife and kids had never been before. Awesome trip! Paula @ NOC Chattooga was an outstanding guide and group leader. She made the trip a lot of fun for all of us. Everyone is ready to come back and do another trip! Would definitely recommend NOC Chattooga and Paula to anyone looking for an awesome time and a great raft guide!”

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Posted 1 year ago

“It was just excellent. loved it all. Would do it again in a heartbeat.”

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Posted 1 year ago

“A group of 8 families (25 people including kids from 9-15 years old and 13 adults) had an AMAZING time on the Chattooga River, Section 3. The guides were OUTSTANDING, and everyone had a wonderful time in a beautiful environment. Besides the rapids, which ranged from light to extreme, the guides provided numerous opportunities to explore the river - swimming a rapid, the troll bridge, and jumping into the end of Bull Sluice all added to the enjoyment. We previous rafting the Lower Pigeon, Nantahala, and French Broad. This is a nice step up in technical rafting and excitement as the kids have gotten older. I highly recommend this river (and NOC!) to anyone who enjoys rafting and nature.”

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Posted 1 year ago

“Outstanding day trip by NOC- they did a great job of making our raft trip exciting. The class 4 rapids were a blast, the swimming in the rapids was an added trip bonus, along with great lunch and our guide Patrick was excellent. I've done higher class rapids on other trips, but this one was a blast for the family so give it a try.”

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Posted 1 year ago

“My son and I and a couple of his friends went white water rafting down the Chattooga River today. It was the section III with Lunch trip. We all had a blast!! The guides were super cool and made it lots of fun. Highly recommend this trip!! There is one big rapid and a lot of medium size rapids. Loved loved the guides! So far the highlight of our Mountain vacation.”

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Posted 1 year ago

“Our family of three kids ages 10-12 and two adults rafted Chattooga section III and had an amazing time. It was a heavy downpour of rain throughout much of the trip and it created an adventurous atmosphere in our group, resulting in an experience we will never forget! Our guide, Carrie, was superb and the heavy rain made for a fast moving river with larger than normal rapids. Highly recommended!”

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Posted 1 year ago