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Soar into the season: Navitat offers a high-flying adventure

Soar into the season: Navitat offers a high-flying adventure

Photo: Contributed/Navitat Canopy Adventures


ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Looking for a holiday gift with a view? Navitat Canopy Adventures in Barnardsville, just north of Asheville, is giving locals and visitors the chance to experience the Blue Ridge Mountains like never before.

Experience the Blue Ridge from above

Guests can zip through treetops, glide across long-distance ziplines and explore rugged mountain terrain — all while taking in sweeping views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Popular tours include the Mountaintop Tour, which gives riders a near-flying sensation, the Treetop Express for beginners and the RTV Shadow Tour, a guided ground-based adventure. All tours are designed for visitors ages 5 and up, and professionally trained staff ensure safety and fun for every guest.

Navitat Canopy Adventures
Navitat Canopy Adventures

A historic mountain playground

Set on more than 200 acres of family-owned land, Navitat blends outdoor excitement with Appalachian history. The property still features old cherry and apple trees and remnants of a hunting cabin that hint at its 19th-century past, giving visitors a sense of the land’s deep roots.

Adventures for the whole family

Whether it’s a first zipline for a child or a thrill-seeker tackling the Mountaintop Tour, Navitat offers experiences suitable for all ages. The professionally trained staff guide every adventure, ensuring a safe, memorable experience for the entire family.

Perfect holiday gift for thrill-seekers

Gift certificates are available and have become a go-to present for anyone who loves outdoor adventure. Whether it’s for a friend, family member or coworker, the experience promises a unique and memorable holiday gift.

Navitat Canopy Adventures
Navitat Canopy Adventures

Locals get a holiday bonus

Area residents can take advantage of a 15 percent discount throughout the holiday season, making it an even more appealing option for families looking for a festive outing close to home.

Looking ahead to 2026

Navitat has earned recognition for safety and tour quality, and the company is already planning new adventures for 2026, promising even more ways to explore the mountains from above.

Navitat Canopy Adventures
Navitat Canopy Adventures

Quick facts for visitors:

  • Ages 5+ welcome on all tours
  • Panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains
  • Locals enjoy a 15 percent discount this season
  • Gift certificates available
  • New tours launching in 2026

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