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Smoky Mountain Jet Boats

22 Needmore Rd, Bryson City, NC
(888) 900 9091
Ranked #3 of 7 tours in Bryson City
4.5 of 5 stars 21 Reviews
Type: Tours
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Florida
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

Exciting jet boat ride. Great 180 degree spins. Got a little wet, but very much fun. A highlight of the ride was getting stuck on the rocks, but Captain Nick filled us in on how Fontana dam was late releasing water. When the water got down the river to us, we resumed our ride. Very impressive view of Bird Falls... More

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huntersville, nc
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 August 2011
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This was a gift for my husband's 40th birthday and it did not disappoint. We were with some family which included a few young children and everyone absolutely loved it. Our driver was extremely knowledgeable about the area and did quite a few spins to make it exciting for everyone. Lake Fontana is just beautiful. We also did the 4... More

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Hendersonville, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 August 2011

My wife made reservations for this trip and I wasn't certain what to expect....boy was I surprised!! I have to say that I have never been on a boat ride like this. The driver was extremely knowledgeable about the area and the lake. We did quite of few spins and even put on a show for the folks riding on... More

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Columbia, Maryland
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 August 2011

We did the Forney Creek combo hike and jet boat ride. Our guide on the hike, Claudine, was very knowledgeable about the local history and vegetation. She was also very engaged and made the hike fun for all of us. After the hike we had lunch and went for a short swim in beautiful Fontana Lake. After that, Nick picked... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 July 2011

Scenery was beautiful. The ride was thrilling. The stories hilarious. Super fun activity that I plan to do again.

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Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 July 2011

My wife and two teenage boys (18&16) decided to try this after reading some of the other reviews. IT WAS GREAT!! We did the longer hike (not too long for sure) and the Jet Boat ride. Great fun...the longer hike is a nice walk with few hills but the best part is that it gets you to a further starting... More

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Saint Charles, Missouri
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Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 July 2011

Our party of 10 had a great time on the Jet Boats. The shuttle from the office to the lake was a 2 min drive and the tour lasted 45 mins. The tour guide was very professional and was focused on showing us a good time. They were also very flexible with the schedule, since we changed our reservation on... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 June 2011

I just took the hike and boat combo to Forney Creek and had a great time... It's a great way to visit the Smokies and see Fontana Lake. The team is very nice, knowledgeable and professional...

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Speedwell
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2011

We made reservations ahead of our visit. It was easy to check in and get to the sight. The trip was so much fun!!! The driver was entertaining, as well as informative. I would love to do this over and over again!!!!!!

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Gainesville
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 September 2010

Great fun. My husband and I decide to try this out. It was a great way to see Fontana Lake and have some exciting fun at the same time. It was well worth the money!

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