Backpacking
Introduction to Backcountry
Learn the basics of backcountry camping before you buy the gear.
- Duration
- 2 or 3 days
- Difficulty
- Easy–Moderate
From$470 per person
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Overnight with the Synchronous Fireflies
A summer night in the backcountry, waiting for the woods to light up.
- Duration
- 1 night
- Difficulty
- Easy–Moderate
- Distance
- ~3 miles to camp
- Departs
- Gatlinburg, TN
Overview
Spend a summer night deep in the backcountry and possibly see the famous synchronous fireflies. Carry an overnight pack about 3 miles to a riverside campsite, set up camp, gather firewood, and go for a swim.
Away from modern noise, listen to the crackle of the campfire as the sun sets. Once it’s dark, we may be treated to the synchronized flashing of Photinus carolinus.
Highlights
- Synchronous firefly viewing
- Riverside backcountry camp
- Campfire and swimming
- Late May–June only
Pricing
- $450 per person
Included
- Professional, certified local guide
Before you go
After booking you’ll receive preparation guidance, a packing list, and meeting instructions. All participants sign a waiver, and multi-day guests complete a short registration and health form.
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Appalachian Trail: 3-Day
Live a slice of the thru-hiker life on the A.T. through the Smokies.
- Duration
- 3 days / 2 nights
- Difficulty
- Moderate–Strenuous
From$655 per person
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Appalachian Trail: 4-Day
Start at the A.T.’s highest point and ride the longest stretch above 5,000 ft.
- Duration
- 4 days / 3 nights
- Difficulty
- Moderate–Strenuous
From$935 per person
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