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Private Waterfall and Blue Ridge Parkway Tour with a Naturalist

Private Waterfall and Blue Ridge Parkway Tour with a Naturalist

Overview

Our tours have been featured in Southern Living Magazine and MSN News! Join our expert guides, all experienced naturalists, as we discover the stunning waterfalls and mountain views that make Asheville famous! On our tours, we share stories from history and even do some plant foraging so you can eat along the trail!

We skip the highway and take advantage of the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway as we venture into the woodlands en route to some of the BEST waterfalls in Asheville! You'll leave with a stick in your hair and unforgettable memories.

City: Asheville

Mon 15 Sep

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Starting at $230.00

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Mon 15 Sep

Starting at $230.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Guides will carry back-up water. Please bring a reusable water bottle to carry on you during the hike.

Local guide

Hiking Poles

Air-conditioned vehicle

Ponchos

Snacks will be provided but we encourage you to bring your favorite snacks to enjoy along the hike.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Not recommended for travelers that have recently undergone knee surgery.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (30)

288sineadb

Mar 2020

My daughter and I went out for two days with Asheville Hiking Tours, the first to see the falls on the Parkway for a half day, which was lovely to do albeit very easy- so don’t do this one if you are looking for exercise. Very pretty falls and Katie was the best of company, full of stories about local history and knowledgeable on flower & fauna. The second was a full day strenuous hike to Douglas Falls in the Craggy Gardens with Bill. This was just an awesome hike down to the falls and back. It took nearly six hours- and we kept a steady pace. My legs were sore for days😂. Bill is a very experienced hiker and a volunteer who helps maintain trials for the likes of you and me. I hope I can remember most of what he taught us that day. We had such a good experience even if the weather didn’t cooperate, but we are Irish so well used to the fog and light rain. The lunch Jennifer provided was a God send! Healthy & delicious. Jennifer was quick to respond to my queries via email and so accommodating. What a great company! Would absolutely highly recommend them! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Response from Host

Aug 2020

Thank you thank you! This kind of feedback certainly keeps us trucking through a wild 2020. Thank you for your business, and your hiking tour guides Bill and Katie loved taking you out as well!

MS_ATL

Feb 2020

Jennifer took our family on the waterfall tour yesterday and we all had a great time! She was very knowledgeable of the history, wildlife and other interesting facts of the entire Asheville area. Our kids were 6, 9 and 10 and all ages had a blast! I would definitely recommend Asheville Hiking Tours!

Response from Host

Aug 2020

THANK YOU! Love seeing these early 2020 reviews. It's been a long spring and summer, and your feedback is the wind beneath our wings ;)

Love2Travel004

Dec 2019

Jennifer was a wonderful guide for our journey by passenger van from our hotel in Asheville along the Blue Ridge Parkway. She shared a lot of local history and clearly has a passion for educating others on the local flora and fauna. She is very welcoming and we felt like we made a new friend on our trip. We saw three waterfalls and really enjoyed the short and easy hike. Will look them up again the next time we visit Asheville to experience another adventure! Highly recommend this company as our experience was memorable and a good value.

Response from Host

Feb 2020

Thank you SO MUCH for taking the time to review your experience. We always love making new friends like you all while exploring the best of our mountains. I look forward to your return visit, and (in the meantime) wish you more Happy Trails!!!