Tarzan Train FRI SEP 26, 2025 10:30AM
Ride the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad in an open air car viewing the Nantahala Gorge, enjoying lunch and then explore the 13 ziplines and 8 sky bridges of our Nantahala Gorge Canopy Tour! Equipment Furnished: Helmet, Harness, Gloves. Minimum Age: 8 years. Weight Requirements: 60 lbs.minimum, 250 lbs. maximum (Guests might be asked to step on a scale). Clothing: Closed Toe Shoes Required. Storage will be provided for personal belongings while you are ziplining. Your party will be shuttled back to the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad parking lot at the end of your adventure. Allow a full day for the train and adventure. Trips go rain or shine.
Raft & Rail THU OCT 16, 2025 9:00AM
A family Classic, the Raft & Rail combines two of the areas iconic experiences into one seamless adventure. After your scenic train ride up the Nantahala gorge, you’ll take a fully-guided trip down the 8 miles of playful Nantahala whitewater! Visit the Nantahala River Rafting to learn more about the playful Nantahala River. Equipment Furnished: Raft, paddle, PFD and paddling jacket. Children must weigh at least 60 pounds OR be at least 7 years old to raft. Arrive wearing your rafting clothes. Suggested rafting clothes are: Shorts, t-shirt and shoes that will stay on your feet. No flip-flops or sandals unless they have a heel strap. Bring a change of clothing, dry shoes, a towel and money to purchase snacks, drinks, photos, or souvenirs. (Storage will be provided for personal belongings while you are rafting.) Your party will be shuttled back to the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad parking lot at the end of your adventure. Allow a full day for the train and adventure. Trips go rain or shine.
Tarzan Train THU SEP 25, 2025 10:30AM
Ride the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad in an open air car viewing the Nantahala Gorge, enjoying lunch and then explore the 13 ziplines and 8 sky bridges of our Nantahala Gorge Canopy Tour! Equipment Furnished: Helmet, Harness, Gloves. Minimum Age: 8 years. Weight Requirements: 60 lbs.minimum, 250 lbs. maximum (Guests might be asked to step on a scale). Clothing: Closed Toe Shoes Required. Storage will be provided for personal belongings while you are ziplining. Your party will be shuttled back to the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad parking lot at the end of your adventure. Allow a full day for the train and adventure. Trips go rain or shine.
Raft & Rail WED OCT 15, 2025 9:00AM
A family Classic, the Raft & Rail combines two of the areas iconic experiences into one seamless adventure. After your scenic train ride up the Nantahala gorge, you’ll take a fully-guided trip down the 8 miles of playful Nantahala whitewater! Visit the Nantahala River Rafting to learn more about the playful Nantahala River. Equipment Furnished: Raft, paddle, PFD and paddling jacket. Children must weigh at least 60 pounds OR be at least 7 years old to raft. Arrive wearing your rafting clothes. Suggested rafting clothes are: Shorts, t-shirt and shoes that will stay on your feet. No flip-flops or sandals unless they have a heel strap. Bring a change of clothing, dry shoes, a towel and money to purchase snacks, drinks, photos, or souvenirs. (Storage will be provided for personal belongings while you are rafting.) Your party will be shuttled back to the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad parking lot at the end of your adventure. Allow a full day for the train and adventure. Trips go rain or shine.
Tarzan Train WED SEP 24, 2025 10:30AM
Ride the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad in an open air car viewing the Nantahala Gorge, enjoying lunch and then explore the 13 ziplines and 8 sky bridges of our Nantahala Gorge Canopy Tour! Equipment Furnished: Helmet, Harness, Gloves. Minimum Age: 8 years. Weight Requirements: 60 lbs.minimum, 250 lbs. maximum (Guests might be asked to step on a scale). Clothing: Closed Toe Shoes Required. Storage will be provided for personal belongings while you are ziplining. Your party will be shuttled back to the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad parking lot at the end of your adventure. Allow a full day for the train and adventure. Trips go rain or shine.
Raft & Rail SUN OCT 12, 2025 9:00AM
A family Classic, the Raft & Rail combines two of the areas iconic experiences into one seamless adventure. After your scenic train ride up the Nantahala gorge, you’ll take a fully-guided trip down the 8 miles of playful Nantahala whitewater! Visit the Nantahala River Rafting to learn more about the playful Nantahala River. Equipment Furnished: Raft, paddle, PFD and paddling jacket. Children must weigh at least 60 pounds OR be at least 7 years old to raft. Arrive wearing your rafting clothes. Suggested rafting clothes are: Shorts, t-shirt and shoes that will stay on your feet. No flip-flops or sandals unless they have a heel strap. Bring a change of clothing, dry shoes, a towel and money to purchase snacks, drinks, photos, or souvenirs. (Storage will be provided for personal belongings while you are rafting.) Your party will be shuttled back to the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad parking lot at the end of your adventure. Allow a full day for the train and adventure. Trips go rain or shine.
Tarzan Train SUN SEP 21, 2025 10:30AM
Ride the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad in an open air car viewing the Nantahala Gorge, enjoying lunch and then explore the 13 ziplines and 8 sky bridges of our Nantahala Gorge Canopy Tour! Equipment Furnished: Helmet, Harness, Gloves. Minimum Age: 8 years. Weight Requirements: 60 lbs.minimum, 250 lbs. maximum (Guests might be asked to step on a scale). Clothing: Closed Toe Shoes Required. Storage will be provided for personal belongings while you are ziplining. Your party will be shuttled back to the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad parking lot at the end of your adventure. Allow a full day for the train and adventure. Trips go rain or shine.
Nantahala Gorge Excursion (Diesel Only)
Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Great Smoky Mountains alongside the beautiful Nantahala River and Fontana Lake on our Nantahala Gorge excursion! Departing from Bryson City, this four-and-a-half-hour roundtrip excursion carries you 44 miles to the stunning Nantahala Gorge and back to our Bryson City depot. Nantahala (nan-tuh-HAY-luh) Gorge Excursions depart west from Bryson City, first following Alarka Creek and Fontana Lake. The Fontana Trestle then takes you across the serene reservoir and into the beautiful Nantahala Gorge. Onboard dining is available in First Class; and Crown, Coach, and Gondola guests can pre-purchase a lunch to make this a unique dining experience. Arrive at our destination at the Nantahala Outdoor Center in the heart of the gorge for a one-hour layover where you can relax by the river, grab a beer or snack, and enjoy sightseeing!
Nantahala Gorge Excursion (Diesel Only)
Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Great Smoky Mountains alongside the beautiful Nantahala River and Fontana Lake on our Nantahala Gorge excursion! Departing from Bryson City, this four-and-a-half-hour roundtrip excursion carries you 44 miles to the stunning Nantahala Gorge and back to our Bryson City depot. Nantahala (nan-tuh-HAY-luh) Gorge Excursions depart west from Bryson City, first following Alarka Creek and Fontana Lake. The Fontana Trestle then takes you across the serene reservoir and into the beautiful Nantahala Gorge. Onboard dining is available in First Class; and Crown, Coach, and Gondola guests can pre-purchase a lunch to make this a unique dining experience. Arrive at our destination at the Nantahala Outdoor Center in the heart of the gorge for a one-hour layover where you can relax by the river, grab a beer or snack, and enjoy sightseeing!
Raft & Rail SAT OCT 11, 2025 9:00AM
A family Classic, the Raft & Rail combines two of the areas iconic experiences into one seamless adventure. After your scenic train ride up the Nantahala gorge, you’ll take a fully-guided trip down the 8 miles of playful Nantahala whitewater! Visit the Nantahala River Rafting to learn more about the playful Nantahala River. Equipment Furnished: Raft, paddle, PFD and paddling jacket. Children must weigh at least 60 pounds OR be at least 7 years old to raft. Arrive wearing your rafting clothes. Suggested rafting clothes are: Shorts, t-shirt and shoes that will stay on your feet. No flip-flops or sandals unless they have a heel strap. Bring a change of clothing, dry shoes, a towel and money to purchase snacks, drinks, photos, or souvenirs. (Storage will be provided for personal belongings while you are rafting.) Your party will be shuttled back to the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad parking lot at the end of your adventure. Allow a full day for the train and adventure. Trips go rain or shine.
