RAFTING SPECIALS

Spring Rafting, Camping, Cabins and Moose Tours in Maine

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The Katahdin Region is home to one of the healthiest moose populations in the State of Maine... Our numerous lakes, ponds, and rivers provide excellent habitat and perfect viewing platforms from which to view Maine moose & wildlife in their natural environment.  Our guides are ready and waiting to take you on a tour immersed in nature.

Highlights of a vacation with NEOC:

• Exceptional amenities and service
• Friendly, knowledgeable staff and guides
• Spectacular scenery and views

OUR COMMITMENT TO VALUE:

At NEOC we are as committed as ever to delivering the very best value on all of our whitewater rafting trips in Maine. Value to us means the right balance between price and the quality of service and amenities delivered and we believe no one offers better value. We offer periodic specials that make a great value even better and they are listed below. Additionally if you find what you believe to be a cheaper trip of equal quality for rafting in Maine give us the chance to help you fairly evaluate it. If we can't convince you that our regular trips offer better value at our current price, we might just match the price. For a great Maine vacation experience make New England Outdoor Center your first choice!

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Penobscot River

Your Best Value: Outdoor Adventure Packages Penobscot River

Packages include raft trip, two nights lodging, one dinner, two breakfasts at our River Drivers Restaurant, and use of all resort amenities. The price ranges given depend on day of week rafting or lodging and depend on number of people lodging. *Lodging at Twin Pine Cabins has minimum occupancy requirements and includes 1 breakfast and one dinner the day of your raft trip. Cabins vary and sleep from 4 to 14. Ask our reservations staff for pricing for children 12 and under.

Want More?

• Double Trouble: On the Penobscot, Double Trouble trips are twice the Class V whitewater! These trips run Ripogenus Gorge twice for an extra $20 per person. Double Trouble is run every Thursday and on selected weekends in September. Give us a call or check our website for dates.
• Guided Moose, Fishing, and Wildlife Tours: Add guided moose tours, fishing, canoe or kayak tours or a wildlife safari the day before or the day after your raft trip for an extended outdoor vacation!
• You Go Free! If you organize a group of 11 mid-week or a group of 16 on a weekend, you go FREE!
• Private Raft: Do you have a party of 6 or 7 people and want your own personal raft and guide? For $10 more per person for 7 people or $15 per person for 6 people, you get just that ? your own private raft and guide! (Not available for groups of less than 6 people.)
• Want an Even Wilder Ride? Choose one of our smaller rafts for 6-7 people for a wilder ride ? all for only $15 per person extra.

Kennebec River

Your Best Value: Outdoor Adventure Packages Kennebec River

Packages include raft trip, two nights lodging, one dinner, two breakfasts, and use of all resort amenities. The price ranges given depend on day of week rafting or lodging and number of guests lodging. Our cabins and home vary and sleep from 4 to 14. Ask our reservations staff for pricing for children.

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Self-Guided Inflatable Kayak Trips: $30pp

Inflatable kayaks are paddled by a single person. With a little instruction, you can guide yourself down a 7-mile stretch of the lower Kennebec River at your own pace for a relaxing afternoon. These half-day trips are run daily. Check in is at 1:00p.m. The Kennebec River flows into Wyman Lake and drops you back at the Osprey Center Base Lodge.

Want More?

• Guided Fishing: Add guided fishing, canoe or kayak lessons or a moose safari the day before or the day after your raft trip for an extended outdoor vacation!
• You Go Free! If you organize a group of 11 mid-week or a group of 16 on a weekend, you go FREE!
• Private Raft: Do you have a party of 6 or 7 people and want your own personal raft and guide? For $10 more per person for 7 people or $15 per person for 6 people, you get just that ? your own private raft and guide! (Not available for groups of less than 6 people.)
• Want an Even Wilder Ride? Choose one of our smaller rafts for 6-7 people for a wilder ride ? all for only $15 per person extra.

Dead River

Packages include raft trip, two nights lodging, one dinner, two breakfasts, and use of all resort amenities. The price ranges given depend on day of week rafting or lodging and number of guests lodging. Our cabins and homes vary and sleep from 4 to 14. Ask our reservations staff for price for children. For detailed pricing click here.

Want More?

• A Bigger Ride: Choose one of our 6 person rafts... this smaller raft gives you bigger hits and a wilder ride for only $15pp extra. (Book these early as we only have 6 available.)
• A Second Day: Add a second day of rafting to any reservation and pay only $50 more for the lower cost day.
• Extend it! Add a 1/2 day kayak float trip on the Kennebec, canoe trip, hike, guided fishing, or moose safari the day before or the day after your raft trip for an extended outdoor vacation!
• You Go Free! If you organize a group of 11 mid-week or a group of 16 on a weekend, you go FREE!

Lodging

For the best in Maine lodging, don't resort to anything less.

Because we want your Maine vacation and adventures to be second to none, our two resorts are situated in some of Maine's most beautiful and convenient spots for enjoying Maine's best whitewater rafting rivers, snowmobiling trails, breathtaking scenery and wildlife. Both resorts offer a wide variety lodging options for individuals, couples or groups from Maine wilderness camping to cozy cottages to luxurious, guest houses.

Lakeside Resort:

Located in The Forks area by the Kennebec river in Caratunk, Maine, the Lakeside Resort is right on Wyman Lake.

Millinocket Resort:

Our Millinocket resort offers two options: Twin Pine Camps on Lake Millinocket, which commands a spectacular view of Mt. Katahdin as well as exceptional views of the lake itself, and the Rice Farm Center Campground on the banks of the lower Penobscot in Millinocket. Both Twin Pine Camps and the Rice Farm Campground offer easy access to rafting on the Penobscot River and hiking on Mount Katahdin and in Baxter State Park.

You can find Maine vacation cabins at our two resort locations, both of which offer cozy lakeside cabin rentals. These charming cabins in Maine are available in a range of sizes and styles, from log cabins with bunk beds to bigger guesthouses for summer rentals or Maine vacations in any season.

Camping and Cabin Tent Prices on Penobscot River

Campsites rates are priced per person.

Cabins Tents are canvas tents on a platform with an electric light screen
doors and windows and 4 cots.

Cozy Camping Cabins have a metal roof, glass windows and doors, electric light and 4 cots.
Cabin tents and Cozy Camping Cabins come with fitted sheet, pillow, pillow case.
Full bedding included flat top sheet and blanket, $5 additional per person for full bedding.
Children under 12 are free.

Camping on the Kennebec and Dead Rivers

Food

River Drivers Restaurant

Our River Drivers Restaurant offers the finest food and dining in the Maine North Woods says Down East magazine. You might feel like you've stepped out of the Maine woods and into your favorite bistro. From smoked salmon bruschetta and lobster stew to rack of lamb, we'll surprise you with a gourmet dining experience you'll never forget. Our critically acclaimed menu features regional creations along with traditional fare and world famous Maine seafood, and sumptuous desserts all accompanied by an extensive wine list and a full-service bar.

The River Drivers Restaurant is the perfect place to unwind after a day on the river or trail and indulge your senses. To make a reservation now, call 207-723-8475 or send an email to riverdrivers@neoc.com

Download a PDF of the current River Drivers dinner menu

Dining Prices for rafting on the Penobscot River

Breakfast: $9.50pp

Complete buffet breakfast with bacon or sausage, eggs, pancakes or french toast, home fries, fruit, cold cereals, coffee, tea, cocoa, juice, milk.

Dinner: $23pp

Choose from one of six entrees off our River Drivers dinner menu, non-alcoholic beverage and housemade dessert (Ooey Gooey Peanut Butter Chocolate Layer Cake).