things to do in Blairsville, GA

Spend a relaxed day kayaking 6 scenic miles of the Lower Toccoa River

See sanctuary chimpanzees, then enjoy a four-wine tasting

Control your own downhill coaster ride through Helen’s forest scenery

Four climbing lanes for a self-guided outdoor challenge

Meet a baby capybara in a splash pool at North Georgia Wildlife & Safari Park

Ride along the Toccoa River with a 2-hour layover to explore McCaysville and Copperhill

Wednesday lake cruise with dock pickup and bring-your-own bottle

Paddle a scenic stretch of the Lower Toccoa River with shuttle service included

Ride the Banana Bus for guided sanctuary exploration and private chimp viewing

Ride the 2-hour Blue Ridge Express train along the Toccoa River (adults only)

Meet young capybaras Mango and Capyella in a small group

Float back to your camper after a shuttle to the river launch

Launch your own craft and shuttle your vehicle for a six-mile river float

Create art above a chimpanzee habitat while supporting retired research chimps

Splash in a pool with playful otters at North Georgia Wildlife & Safari Park

Enjoy holiday music, a Christmas story, and a chance to see Santa aboard the train

Meet and train otters, then splash with them in the pool

Celebrate the season with Santa, holiday stories, and open-air countryside views

Do yoga with a certified instructor and meet animal ambassadors

Splash and learn with kune kune pigs at NOGAWILD

Splash and interact with a penguin in its private habitat pool

Interact with otters during a painting experience with photos available