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A unique birding adventure, this engaging activity invites you to look for, identify, and learn about Biltmore’s summer birds on land and on water! Your experience begins with a leisurely one-mile professionally guided bird walk along Antler Hill Village trails, roads, and riverbanks. Upon completion of the walking portion of your tour, you’ll ease into a raft with your bird guide and an Outdoor Adventure Center river guide for a gentle float down the French Broad River. During your three-mile river tour, you’ll see and learn about the types of birds that frequent rivers and riverbanks, and the importance of the estate’s grounds in providing protected habitat for migratory and resident birds.
Tours led by professional guides from Asheville’s Ventures Birding and with support from Biltmore’s Outdoor Adventure Center guides. Binoculars provided for participants.
Maximum of 5 participants per raft. Tour stop locations vary and are subject to change. Advance reservations required. To participate in this activity, guest must have a daytime ticket, a Biltmore Annual Pass, or a stay at one of the estate’s splendid overnight properties. Must be 12 years of age or older to participate. Participants are encouraged to dress for the weather, wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes, and bring bottled water, sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.