Outdoor Adventures in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, TN

August 6, 2010 by  
Filed under Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge TN

Take advantage of the wonderful summer activities in beautiful Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge while the summer sunshine lasts. These great outdoor activities will help you make the most of your summer before fall begins!

Zipline at Five Oaks

Go out experience the rush and exhilaration of the zip lines with the Zipline at Five Oaks excursion. This awesome zip line experience will give you thrills and speeds up to fifty miles per hour. All of the equipment needed for the zip lines will be provided for you, so you just have to show up prepared for an adventure unlike anything you’ve experience before!

Waterfall Jeep Tour

Don’t stop with your zip line adventure, there are still several more exciting opportunities for adventure that you can take advantage of with the Waterfall Jeep Tour. This tour will take you up the same trails pioneers used by jeep. A knowledgeable guide will be with you to answer questions and tell you interesting facts about the areas you pass as you head toward the gorgeous waterfalls in Nantahala. Snacks are even provided for you on this tour, so you can relax and just come ready for a good time!

Monster Truck Rides

Don’t settle for anything less than incredible on your getaway in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Get out and do something unique and exciting with the Monster Truck Rides. Hop into a monster truck with 66-inch tires and a 454 motor for a wild ride on a dirt road. While you’re in the truck, don’t forget to look around you. Incredible views of the Smoky Mountains will greet you everywhere you turn. This ride is something that few people can say they’ve gotten to experience!

Smoky Mountain Picnic and Romantic Carriage Rides

For those looking for a beautiful outdoor experience during their time in the Smokies, the Smoky Mountain Picnic and Romantic Carriage Rides will be the perfect activity. With everything from a hay ride to a romantic carriage ride, these tours give a variety of options to explore the area. Some of these carriage rides even provide a picnic so you can eat a delicious meal out in the fresh air of the Smoky Mountains. It’s a wonderful way to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature on your getaway.

Discovering the Great Outdoors in Las Vegas

October 23, 2008 by  
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When you think of Las Vegas, outdoor activities usually aren’t the first things that jump into your mind. Believe it or not, there are several different outdoor adventures you can go on during your stay in the Vegas area. Since you’re so close to the Grand Canyon, why not take a sightseeing tour over the gorge? Maybe rafting down the Colorado River sparks your interest! Las Vegas is know for its booming nightlife and gambling venues, but why not check out the surrounding beauty as well?

The Canyon River Adventure

The Canyon River Adventure provides Vegas visitors with an all-encompassing view of the Grand Canyon. Fly over the canyon for a bird’s eye view and perfect photo opportunities before setting out to track in Antelope Canyon. After the adventures on land, take a float trip down the Colorado River for 15.5 miles! This tour lasts 12 ½ hours and is the perfect way to escape from the lights and sounds of the city and into one of the world’s natural seven wonders.

Hoover Dam Launch Guided Kayak Tour

Journey to the Hoover Dam and discover the Colorado River with the Hoover Dam Launch Guided Kayak Tour. Start your tour out in the morning with a view of the Hoover Dam before paddling down the river to see Sauna Cave and explore slot canyons and tread the trails. You can rest yourself in the natural hot springs along the way as well! Catch sights of Black Canyon, Emerald Cave, and the 1921 Water Gauging historical sites. When you’re finished exploring the river, you can start kayaking 11 miles to Willow Beach. Discover the waters and formations around Hoover Dam with this extensive kayaking tour of a lifetime.