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Great Smoky Mountains National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

4.5(6)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 6 reviews15 hFree cancellationBy Shaka Guide Apps
Smoky Mountains National Park

About this activity

Welcome to Great Smoky Mountains National Park Tour! Come journey with us as we travel through stunning mountain scenery and explore the historical homes of days gone by.

The Great Smoky Mountains are the most visited national park in the country, often receiving over 14 million visitors every year! We've broken it down with the top things to do, including 14 stops in and around the park!

What you'll get:

Expert Narration: Learn about the park's heritage, ecology, and wildlife.

User-Friendly App: Access the tour easily on your smartphone.

Capture the Moment: Discover ideal photo spots for stunning panoramas and wildlife shots.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains with our audio tour. Book now and embark on a journey you'll cherish for years to come!

The remaining hours in the tour details are allotted for the travel time.

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What's included

  • ✓Tours NEVER expire
  • ✓Offline Audio Guided Tour: Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
  • ✓Offline map (map and GPS work completely offline - no wifi or data needed)
  • ✓Take the tour when you want - download the tour and choose the day that works best for you
  • ✓Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
  • ✓Freedom to explore at your own pace - pick the stops you want, skip the ones you don’t
  • ✓Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive

Not included

  • ✕Meals and Refreshment

Meeting and pickup

  • Follow Newfound Gap Road west towards the Sugarlands Visitor Center. From there, either turn right towards Gatlinburg and the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail or turn left for Cades Cove Scenic Loop. The tour can be taken vice versa.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Travelers must have a smartphone compatible with the Shaka Guide app.
  • The app must be downloaded and the tour redeemed before arrival.
  • Strong Wi-Fi or cellular data is required to download the tour in advance.
  • Location services (GPS) must be enabled on the device
  • Travelers are responsible for securing any required entrance passes, reservations, or permits before starting
  • No entrance fee, but a $5/day parking tag is required for stops longer than 15 minutes — available at Oconaluftee, Sugarlands Visitor Centers, and Cades Cove kiosk
  • Peak crowds in June–August and October (fall foliage) — plan accordingly
  • Park open year-round but some roads close seasonally
  • Weather is unpredictable — dress in layers, especially for early morning starts
  • Cell service is spotty — better near Cherokee, Gatlinburg, and Townsend
  • All 8 campgrounds require advance reservations
  • ⚠️ Laurel Falls Trail closed for repairs until 2026

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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