Waterfalls and Blue Ridge Parkway Hiking Tour with Expert Naturalist
Overview
As 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.
-Learn about the area’s history, plants, and wildlife from your naturalist guide
-Visit famous waterfalls and ones that most tourists miss
-See the best of the Blue Ridge Parkway’s expansive mountain views
What's Included
- Snacks
- Hiking Poles
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Ponchos
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
6283 Asheville Highway
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
This tour shows off the BEST waterfalls and views near Asheville in only a half day! Your guide is an expert naturalist, ready to point out fascinating wildlife and plants along the trails. You will end the tour feeling inspired by the scenery and the stories!
Visit both the biggest waterfalls and also “off the beaten path” waterfalls in Pisgah National Forest, home to 250+ waterfalls. We explore the stunning trails of Pisgah National Forest and the iconic Blue Ridge Parkway for a total of 4 hours.
Once entering the National Forest, you will take in stunning Appalachian scenery and even taste edible plants along the way. Wrap up your tour with endless views of mountain peaks and fertile valleys along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with joint issues, such as ankle, knee or hip issues
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-73087P2
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Average 4.95 out of 5 stars based on 573 traveler reviews collected by Key West Private Charters and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Key West Private Charters customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks.
- Hiking Poles.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Ponchos.
- Local guide.
- Bottled water.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Waterfalls and Blue Ridge Parkway Hiking Tour with Expert Naturalist is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with joint issues, such as ankle, knee or hip issues
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Waterfalls and Blue Ridge Parkway Hiking Tour with Expert Naturalist will be included in your confirmation email from Key West Private Charters. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Snacks
- Hiking Poles
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Ponchos
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with joint issues, such as ankle, knee or hip issues
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers
