Orange Torpedo Trips
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1969
- HeadquartersMerlin, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingServices
Orange Torpedo Trips firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Orange Torpedo Trips
- Legal name
- Chipor Holdings, LLC DBA Orange Torpedo Trips
- Website
- https://orangetorpedo.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1969
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Orange Torpedo Trips industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Outdoor Adventure Tourism
- NAICS
- Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water (487210), Inland Water Passenger Transportation (483212)
- SIC
- Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking & Canoeing Outfitters (THAAADAB)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking & River Adventures (THAJABAB), Kayaking, Canoeing & SUP Tours (Guided/Paddling Excursions) (THAJAJAF)
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Where Orange Torpedo Trips is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Merlin
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices3 records
Markets served
Orange Torpedo Trips business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Others
Revenue model
- Whitewater Rafting and Kayaking Trip Services: Orange Torpedo Trips generates revenue through guided whitewater rafting and kayaking trips on multiple rivers in Oregon and Idaho. Customers pay per-trip fees that include raft and/or inflatable kayak rental, expert river guides, transportation from hotel to river put-in, and on-river meals and drinks. Revenue is one-time per trip, with 30% deposit required at booking and balance due 30 days before launch.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | 6-day Main Salmon River Grand Canyon of Idaho - Adult |
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | 6-day Main Salmon River Grand Canyon of Idaho - Youth |
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | 5-day Lower Owyhee Wilderness - Adult |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Salmon River Half-Day Trip |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Salmon River Full Day Trip |
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Main Salmon Row Your Own - Adult |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels7 records
Orange Torpedo Trips product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Orange Torpedo Trips provides guided whitewater rafting and inflatable kayaking adventures on the Rogue, Salmon, Klamath, North Umpqua, and Owyhee Rivers in Oregon, Idaho, and California, plus international trips to Nepal and Mexico. Offerings range from half-day outings ($69-$129) to multi-day wilderness expeditions ($2,399) using custom-designed "Orange Torpedo" inflatable kayaks built in partnership with AIRE, along with raft-supported trail hiking and specialized group, corporate, and women-only experiences.
Product overview
Orange Torpedo Trips is a whitewater rafting and kayaking service company offering guided river adventures since 1969. The core offering consists of guided whitewater rafting and inflatable kayaking trips (called Orange Torpedos) on multiple rivers including the Rogue River (Oregon), Salmon River (Idaho), Klamhee River (California), Owyhee River (Oregon), and North Umpqua River (Oregon). The company offers a portfolio of trip durations ranging from half-day experiences ($69-$129) to 6-day expedition trips ($2,399), plus specialized offerings including Row Your Own supported self-guided trips, lodge-based trips with hot showers and beds, women-only adventures, adult-only expeditions, corporate retreats, and youth/group trips. 80% of multi-day customers choose inflatable kayaks over traditional rafts. The company holds operating permits from multiple federal agencies including Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest, Klamath National Forest, and Salmon-Challis National Forest.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Rogue River Rafting and Kayaking Trips Guided whitewater rafting and inflatable kayaking adventures on the Wild and Scenic Rogue River in southern Oregon, ranging from half-day Hellgate and Nugget Falls excursions to 3-4 day lodge-based and camping expeditions. Family-friendly with Class II-IV rapids options.
- Salmon River Rafting Trips Guided trips on the Main Salmon (River of No Return) and Lower Salmon Rivers in Idaho, including 6-day Grand Canyon wilderness expeditions, 3-4 day Lower Salmon camping trips, full-day Salmon River trips ($109-$129), and half-day trips ($69-$89).
- Owyhee River Wilderness Expedition 5-day whitewater rafting expedition through the remote Lower Owyhee Wilderness canyonlands in southeastern Oregon, featuring Class III-IV rapids, hot springs, ancient petroglyphs, and adult-only experience during April-May season.
- Klamath River Rafting Trips Multi-day guided rafting trips on the Klamath River in Northern California, including the Wild and Scenic section.
- North Umpqua River Rafting Trips Guided whitewater rafting trips on the North Umpqua River in Oregon.
- International River Trips Guided whitewater rafting expeditions to international destinations including the Sun Kosi River in Nepal and the Usumacinta River (Grand Canyon of the Maya) in Mexico.
- Rogue River Trail Hiking and Running Trips Raft-supported trail hiking and trail running trips on the Rogue River Trail in Oregon, with lodge-based accommodation provided.
- Row Your Own (RYO) Supported Trips Self-guided supported trips where guests bring their own boats and row themselves while OTT provides logistics support, food, permits, and guide support. Includes 84-mile Main Salmon River Row Your Own expedition ($1,799-$1,999).
- Adult-Only Trips Adult-focused river adventures on popular rivers including the Owyhee, Main Salmon, and Rogue, designed for guests seeking adult-only environments with more challenging routes.
- All-Women Adventures Women-only guided trips with all-female guide crews and participants on the Rogue and Salmon Rivers.
- Solo Traveler Trips Group trips specifically designed for solo travelers seeking to join scheduled launches and meet like-minded adventure companions.
- Youth and Group Organization Trips Rafting trips designed for schools, churches, Scouting organizations, and other youth groups, with special pricing, age-appropriate activities, and group coordination support.
- Corporate Rafting Retreats Team-building corporate retreats combining whitewater rafting with professional development and group bonding activities for companies.
- Bachelor and Bachelorette Party Trips Pre-wedding celebration adventure trips for bachelor and bachelorette parties and other special occasion groups on the river.
- Rogue River Fishing Trips Guided fishing trips on the Wild and Scenic Rogue River, operated through subsidiary Briggs Rogue River Trips.
- Orange Torpedo Gift Certificates Online gift certificates that can be purchased for use toward any Orange Torpedo Trips rafting or kayaking adventure.
Quantifiable outcome
- Average guide tenure: 29 years
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use Orange Torpedo Trips
Customer profileNamed customers1 record
Segments7 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Orange Torpedo Trips technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature1 record
Orange Torpedo Trips partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Nine partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.
- PAL ExperiencesminorOrganization supported by Orange Torpedo Trips as part of their community giving program. Listed in 'Organizations We Support' section on website.
- LEAP Adventure PartnersminorAdventure organization supported by Orange Torpedo Trips. Listed in 'Organizations We Support' section on website.
- The RedsidesminorConservation/advocacy organization supported by Orange Torpedo Trips. Listed in 'Organizations We Support' section on website.
- Idaho Outfitters & Guides Association (IOGA)coreIndustry association for Idaho outfitters and guides. Orange Torpedo Trips is a member, supporting the professional standards and advocacy for the Idaho outfiting industry.
- Rogue RiverkeeperminorEnvironmental advocacy organization for the Rogue River supported by Orange Torpedo Trips. Listed in 'Organizations We Support' section on website.
- Whitewater CowboyscoreEquipment rental and shuttle service partner. Provides raft, kayak, and gear rentals; vehicle shuttle services between river put-in and take-out points for private permit trips and Row Your Own adventures.
- Whitewater CowboyscoreCollaborative partner for Row Your Own trip logistics, equipment rental, and vehicle shuttling. Referenced in permit lottery blog post as the go-to resource for permit winners needing gear and logistics support.
- AIRE (Inflatable Aquatic Recreation Equipment)coreWorld-renowned raft builder that partners with Orange Torpedo Trips to manufacture their exclusive custom-designed 'Orange Torpedo' inflatable kayaks. 45+ years of collaborative design experience.
- Gem AirminorCharter flight provider for Main Salmon River trips, transporting guests from McCall, Idaho to Salmon, Idaho (approximately 1.5 hour flight over Frank Church Wilderness). Additional $275 per person fee for flights.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Orange Torpedo Trips competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- All-Outdoors Whitewater Rafting: All-Outdoors Whitewater Rafting has been operating California and multi-state rafting and inflatable kayak trips for decades, including on the Klamath and other rivers OTT also serves. Direct competitor with similar trip duration tiers and family-friendly positioning.
- Northwest Rafting Company: Northwest Rafting Company provides guided whitewater rafting and kayak trips on Oregon and Idaho rivers including the Rogue and the Salmon. Directly comparable in river portfolio, family/youth positioning, and multi-day expedition pricing ($1,800-$2,500 per person range).
- Wet Planet Whitewater: Wet Planet Whitewater provides guided rafting and inflatable kayaking on the Hood, White Salmon, and other Northwest rivers, with comparable multiday and day-trip offerings. Direct peer in business model (guided + paddle-your-own kayak) and customer base (families and adventure travelers).
- Momentum River Expeditions: Momentum River Expeditions runs guided rafting and kayak trips on the Salmon, Rogue, and other rivers with a family- and youth-focused approach. Highly comparable in trip menu, length, and emphasis on multiday wilderness expeditions with active paddler options.
- ROW Adventures: ROW Adventures operates guided rafting, inflatable kayaking, and adventure trips on the Salmon, Rogue, and other Northwest rivers, with a focus on small-group, naturalist-led experiences. Highly comparable to OTT in trip duration, pricing structure, and emphasis on paddle-your-own inflatable kayaks.
- Echo Canyon River Expeditions: Echo Canyon runs guided rafting and inflatable kayak adventures on the Salmon and other western rivers, with comparable multiday trip pricing and a similar adult/youth mix. Closely aligned with OTT on trip format and target customer profile.
- Wilderness Voyageurs: Wilderness Voyageurs offers guided rafting and inflatable kayaking trips on rivers across the U.S., including the Salmon and other Pacific Northwest rivers. Comparable to OTT in offering premium multiday expeditions with similar guide-to-guest ratios and active paddler experiences.
- O.A.R.S. O.A.R.S. is one of the largest and longest-running whitewater outfitters in the U.S., offering guided rafting and inflatable kayak trips across the Pacific Northwest (including the Rogue and Salmon Rivers), California, and international destinations. Directly competes with OTT on flagship rivers and customer segments (families, multiday expeditions), making it the most direct publicly comparable peer.
Broad incumbents
- NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School): NOLS is the largest U.S. wilderness education provider, running river-based expeditions including on Northwest rivers. While focused on education rather than leisure rafting, NOLS competes for shared customers (families, youth groups, school programs) and shared regulatory/permit ecosystem, making it a broad incumbent in OTT's adjacent space.
- REI Adventures: REI Adventures is the trip-taking arm of REI Co-op, offering guided rafting, kayaking, and hiking trips globally, including on the Rogue and Salmon. Not a specialized outfitter but competes for the same consumer with a much larger brand and marketing budget, making it a broad incumbent in the same customer wallet.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Profiles1 record
Orange Torpedo Trips subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries2 records
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Frequently asked questions about Orange Torpedo Trips
What does Orange Torpedo Trips do?
Orange Torpedo Trips provides guided whitewater rafting and inflatable kayaking adventures on the Rogue, Salmon, Klamath, North Umpqua, and Owyhee Rivers in Oregon, Idaho, and California, plus international trips to Nepal and Mexico. Offerings range from half-day outings ($69-$129) to multi-day wilderness expeditions ($2,399) using custom-designed "Orange Torpedo" inflatable kayaks built in partnership with AIRE, along with raft-supported trail hiking and specialized group, corporate, and women-only experiences.
Is Orange Torpedo Trips a public or private company?
Orange Torpedo Trips is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Orange Torpedo Trips founded?
Orange Torpedo Trips was founded in 1969. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Orange Torpedo Trips based?
Orange Torpedo Trips is headquartered in Merlin, United States, in the North America region.
How does Orange Torpedo Trips make money?
One revenue line is on record: whitewater Rafting and Kayaking Trip Services.
Who are Orange Torpedo Trips's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are All-Outdoors Whitewater Rafting, Northwest Rafting Company, Wet Planet Whitewater, Momentum River Expeditions, ROW Adventures, Echo Canyon River Expeditions, Wilderness Voyageurs and O.A.R.S.. Broad incumbents are NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School) and REI Adventures.
Does Orange Torpedo Trips have an API?
No public API is recorded for Orange Torpedo Trips.
What industry is Orange Torpedo Trips in?
Orange Torpedo Trips's product category is Outdoor Adventure Tourism. Its primary akta.pro industry code is THAAADAB, Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking & Canoeing Outfitters, with a secondary code of THAJABAB, Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking & River Adventures. Its NAICS code is 487210 and its SIC code is 7900.