Discover Western NC's diverse firefly species, including the elusive Blue Ghost, on our intimate night hike in the Blue Ridge Mountains. For $185 per person, this 3-hour experience includes transportation from downtown Asheville, guided interpretation, snacks, and red-light headlamps (required for firefly viewing). The easy to moderate 2-mile hike accommodates most fitness levels and is perfect for ages 14+. With a maximum of 6 participants, your expert guide will lead you through well-maintained trails while sharing insights about local ecology and history. Tours depart at 7pm and return around 10pm, running daily from May 22 - June 1 and June 26 - July 1. Please note that while this area i...
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Headlamp with red light
Please notify us in advance of any dietary restrictions
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuity for our team of well-trained professional guides is not included in the trip price. Industry standard gratuity for a guided hike is 15-25%.
Meeting Points
Departure
36 Montford Ave
This hike meets at downtown Asheville Visitor Center. Hikers will ride to the trailhead in our company vehicle. Because of limited parking at the trailhead, we ask that participants use our transportation instead of their own.
Return
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Service animals allowed
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience 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.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Discover Western NC's diverse firefly species, including the elusive Blue Ghost, on our intimate night hike in the Blue Ridge Mountains. For $185 per person, this 3-hour experience includes transportation from downtown Asheville, guided interpretation, snacks, and red-light headlamps (required for firefly viewing). The easy to moderate 2-mile hike accommodates most fitness levels and is perfect for ages 14+. With a maximum of 6 participants, your expert guide will lead you through well-maintained trails while sharing insights about local ecology and history. Tours depart at 7pm and return around 10pm, running daily from May 22 - June 1 and June 26 - July 1. Please note that while this area i...
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Headlamp with red light
Please notify us in advance of any dietary restrictions
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuity for our team of well-trained professional guides is not included in the trip price. Industry standard gratuity for a guided hike is 15-25%.
Meeting Points
Departure
36 Montford Ave
This hike meets at downtown Asheville Visitor Center. Hikers will ride to the trailhead in our company vehicle. Because of limited parking at the trailhead, we ask that participants use our transportation instead of their own.
Return
Items | Nighttime Forest Firefly Hike
Itinerary
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Pisgah National Forest
Your guide will help you select a hike from over 1,000 miles of trails within Pisgah National Forest, Dupont State Forest, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, or the Blue Ridge Parkway! Travel time depends on the hike chosed; drive time is typically 20-60 minutes.
