Asheville Nature & Wildlife
Asheville Nature & Wildlife
View All Asheville Tours & Tickets
Filter
Category
Sort By
Price
Customer Rating
Time of Day
Duration
Lonely Planet Experiences: Private Excursion to Blue Ridge Mountains
7 hours - The Blue Ridge Mountains are one of the oldest ranges in the world, arising from tectonic plates colliding hundreds of millions of years ago. With misty mountains, winding roads, and sprawling green vistas, the blue mountain parkway is one of America's most beautiful drives.
The Blue Ridge Mountains in North Carolina are stunning no matter...Read more
Blue Ridge Parkway Waterfalls Hiking Tour with Transportation from Asheville
5 hours - Discover the natural sights and scenery surrounding the Blue Ridge Parkway in Great Smoky Mountain National Park in an active way on a hiking tour with transport through the mountains from Asheville. You'll drive through some beautiful mountain scenery on the way visit three waterfalls and two protected forests . (IMPORTANT Before booking this...Read more
Morning waterfall hike (inc. breakfast)
3 hours 15 minutes - We shall hike c. 2.4 miles with approx. 60 mins of hiking.
Following a 30 minute drive, we hike to the top of the falls which is about a 30 minute hike. En route we discover plant life in the region and watch & listen for wildlife. At the summit we will marvel at the beauty of the falls and enjoy a continental breakfast (sitting on rocks...Read more
Waterfalls and Blue Ridge Parkway Hiking Tour
4 hours 45 minutes - Featured in Southern Living Magazine and MSN News, discover the authentic beauty of the Blue Ridge Parkway with a naturalist guide to show you the best vistas, photo spots, and waterfalls that make Asheville famous. This intimate, small-group tour makes it easy to get to know your experienced, expert guide and learn more about the region....Read more
Hiking Tour of Blue Ridge Parkway Waterfalls from Asheville
3 to 5 hours - Explore The blue Ridge Parkway and visit 4 beautiful water falls. Bring your camera to photograph the waterfalls and vistas of Western North Carolina.
The hiking trails are easy. Each guest may choose to hike the trails and the falls or just walk and enjoy the scenic views.
The waterproof footwear are essential over the rocks in the...Read more
Guided Horseback Riding on the Fern Forest Trail
45 minutes - Ride on horseback through the Fern Forest Trail, clomping into enchanting woods and lush ferns of the North Carolina mountains. Your 45 to 50 minute guided tour starts with a 30-45 minute safety briefing and training at the Arrowmont Stables and Cabins, located just north of Cashiers, NC. Choose from a variety of departure...Read more
City and Sky tour (sunset)
3 to 4 hours - Brass Monkey Photography website has more photos & info.
Tour starts c.17.00 & will return to Asheville c.20.30. We start downtown looking at glorious art-deco architecture with a brief history of the area. We'll venture into beautiful countryside see stunning sites & finish off the tour with a sunset view. Even when the clouds roll in,...Read more
Guided Horseback Ride through Flame Azalea and Fern Forest
1 hour 15 minutes - The flame fern trail ride combines the Majestic Flame Azalea and the lush Fern Forest for a really enjoyable trail ride for everyone. You start up the mountain traveling through a hard wood forest filled with wild Flame Azaleas. After the hardwoods, you enter an enchanting white pine forest just like in the Star Wars...Read more
Guided Horseback Riding Adventure on the Flame Azalea Trail
1 hour - Ride on horseback following your guide through a hardwood and enchanting white pine forest sprinkled with azaleas before you emerge into an open meadow on top of the mountain.
You reach 4,200 feet in elevation here and are treated to sweeping 30 mile views out to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Also, be on the lookout for wildlife, including deer,...Read more
Blue Ridge Mountains Guided Hiking Tour with Local Guide - small groups!!
5 hours - There are a number of beautiful places to visit and things to do while you are in Asheville, but your search is over. When you leave this area our goal is to make This experience the one you remember and enjoyed most! Our licensed LOCAL guides will take you to some of the best locations in the Blue Ridge Mountains and show you what makes this area...Read more
PRIVATE Waterfalls and Blue Ridge Parkway Tour for up to 10 guests!
4 hours 45 minutes - Our tours have been featured in Southern Living Magazine and MSN News! Join are expert guides, all experienced naturalists, as we discover the stunning waterfalls and mountain views which make Asheville famous! On our tours, we share stories from history and even do some plant foraging, so you can eat along the trail!
Note that guests...Read more
Half-Day Asheville Waterfall Tour of Blue Ridge, Pisgah Forest & Dupont Forest
5 to 6 hours - Do you love the beauty of waterfalls? We do too and Western North Carolina has an abundance of them. Let us show you some beautiful waterfalls in the Asheville area on the Guided Half-Day Waterfall Tour of Blue Ridge Mountains, Pisgah national Forest, and Dupont National Forest.
After approximately a 50 minute drive, we start the morning...Read more
7 Mile Guided Paddleboard Tour On The French Broad River in Asheville
3 hours 30 minutes - Enjoy this private, guided paddleboard tour through the world famous Biltmore Estate! Your guide will tell you the history of the Biltmore and help spot local area wildlife like otters, herons, turtles, osprey, eagles, black bear, and deer. After meeting your guide at Asheville Outdoor Center you'll enjoy a shuttle in an air conditioned van to the...Read more
Guided Hike with Shuttle
5 hours - Blue Ridge Hiking Company has been in business for 11 years, making the trails accessible for everyone at every phase of life. We have a team of very qualified guides with a variety of different backgrounds who have a wealth of knowledge on local fora, fauna, and history of the area. During our half day group hikes, you will have transportation...Read more
Asheville Private Guided Bird Watching Tour
2 hours - The guides from Ventures Birding Tours are friendly, knowledgeable and patient. We will take our time exploring and pointing out the local bird life. Whether you're a seasoned birder or just trying out this fascinating hobby for the first time, you will be promised an interesting...Read more
Guided Waterfall Hike with Expert Naturalist, FREE for kids and Covid-safe!
2 hours - Our tours have been featured in Southern Living Magazine and MSN News! Join are expert guides, all experienced naturalists, as we discover the stunning waterfalls and mountain views which make Asheville famous! On our tours, we share stories from history and even do some plant foraging, so you can eat along the trail!
Note that guests...Read more
Guided Waterfall Hike
5 hours - Join us for a waterfall hiking tour and see some of the Western NC's famous waterfalls! Your guide will meet you at our downtown Asheville location then drive you to the trailhead. You'll enjoy a 3-5 mile hike, featuring one or more waterfalls (depending on the location). Our tours are designed for beginner to intermediate hikers, but are...Read more
Photo Tour of Blue Ridge Parkway with Hike
6 hours - Hone your photography skills on this photo tour along the Blue Ridge Parkway. You'll follow your guide, local nature photographer Josh Aron, caravan-style while capturing gorgeous photos just outside of Asheville. Learn how to compose and expose the perfect memories with either your digital or film...Read more
Private Paddleboard Raft on the French Broad River from Asheville
3 hours - Looking for something new and different to do with the family this summer- Grab a paddle and hop aboard an inflatable, 17-foot (5.1 meters) paddleboard for your 4-mile tour on the French Broad River. Your private group will work together to navigate the craft down the river with a guide on the back of your board who will help with directions and...Read more
Half Day Hike - Water Falls
4 hours - Your guide is a certified naturalist who is knowledgeable of the flora and fauna of the area. You will learn tree and flower identifications as well as any wildlife you may see during your...Read more