My husband and I have only used this company for its pickup and drop off services. We have spent extensive time camping and hiking in the Smoky Mts over the years, including hiking the any trails of Mt LeConte. But we had never stayed overnight at the Lodge, something that had always been on our "to do" list. We knew we wanted to stay more than an overnight, thus was a bit worried about leaving our vehicle in one trailhead parking lots. After an Internet search I found "A Walk In The Woods", called them and after a brief conversation I knew we had the perfect company. Even after a phone call, I knew we were dealing with professionals who took even a pickup/drop off service seriously. Since our original dealings with them we have used this service twice and are about to hike back up to the Lodge again, once more using these amazing folks again! The are top notch professionals, who are on time *always*, polite and know their mountains backwards and forwards! Their fees are very fair and even with our tip, I feel we are getting a great deal.
Now, as mentioned, we have only used them for their drop off/pickup services, but I would not hesitate to recommend them for any of their other offerings. They teach without preaching and they know all about the history, geology, ecology - and let's not forget the animals. They are walking encyclopedias! I am certain it would be an awesome trip to hike the trails and camp with these good folks! They are the best!! Have fun and remember life is all about slowing down sometimes and breathing the good clean mountain air.