Best 17 things to do in Reliance, TN

Float a self-guided river route with rafting gear and an upstream shuttle

Navigate Class 2 rapids on a self-guided Hiwassee River float

Paddle Class III–IV Ocoee rapids with an Olympic Course run and lunch

Tackle Class III and IV rapids through Cherokee National Forest

Private supporter tour to observe chimpanzees in their habitats

See sanctuary chimpanzees, then enjoy a four-wine tasting

Ride along the Toccoa River with a 2-hour layover to explore McCaysville and Copperhill

Pedal a motor-assisted rail bike on an 11-mile round trip from downtown Blue Ridge

Meet and learn about animals with all-day admission (open 10am–5pm)

Hand-feed and pet a two-toed sloth with a staff guide

Hand-feed and pet capybaras in a 25-minute private encounter

Bottle-feed and meet red kangaroos with a zookeeper

Sit, pet, and hold playful black-tailed prairie dogs

Share a hands-on moment feeding and cuddling a baby Highland calf

Feed, cuddle, and photograph a baby yak calf up close

Ride the Banana Bus for guided sanctuary exploration and private chimp viewing

Cozy up in a climate-controlled coach and enjoy a scenic 26-mile roundtrip along the Toccoa River