Ultimate Chimney Rock Adventure

Highlights

Unrivaled views of the Pisgah National Forest
Panoramic vistas of Blue Ridge Parkway
Sweeping vistas of the North Carolina mountain ranges

Summary

Experience the breathtaking beauty of North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains from the sky with the Ultimate Chimney Rock Adventure. Fly over the Florence Nature Preserve and Lake Lure with a professional guide/pilot, and take in the panoramic vistas.

Tour info

Meeting Point

240 Wright Brothers Way, Scenic Helicopter Tours - Asheville, Fletcher, North Carolina, 28732, US

Why take this tour?

Take in the beauty of the North Carolina Blue Ridge Mountains from the sky with the Ultimate Chimney Rock Adventure. Experience 50-miles of breathtaking views, beginning with a flyover of Hickory Nut Gap and the Florence Nature Preserve. Enjoy unobstructed, panoramic vistas of Lake Lure and Lake Lure Dam, and be sure to look for the 1927 Lake Lure Inn and Spa, featured in the film “Dirty Dancing”. As you turn, you’ll pass by Chimney Rock, a 315-foot spire overlooking Hickory Nut Gorge and Lake Lure. Continue your journey along the Raven Rock Mountain and the Continental Divide in the Appalachian Mountains on your return to the airport. With a professional guide/pilot, this Ultimate Chimney Rock Adventure is sure to be an unforgettable experience.

What’s included?

50-Mile Tour Helicopter Flight
Professional Guide/Pilot
Noise-canceling headphones with full group communications
DVD (available to purchase)
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Things to know

Before you book

Wheelchair accessible
Max passenger / seat weight limit is 300 lbs
This tour will have a maximum of 6 travelers
If canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund

Before you go

All passengers must be weighed at check-in. Only staff will have access to weights
It is recommended to wear dark clothing as light colors reflect in windows and affect photos
Please arrive about 20 to 30 minutes prior to flight time

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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About operator:

Scenic Helicopter Tours has been flying over the Great Smoky Mountains National Park since 1972. All of our flights are FAA & National Park Service approved and we show you areas few other companies can! We are also proud holders of the coveted TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for outstanding customer service. With over 50 years of experience flying helicopters over the Smokies, you can trust you will be in the best hands and leave with memories that will last a lifetime.