Guided Jet Boat Tour to Seven Islands State Birding Park
Ride a guided jet boat on the French Broad River to a riverside cave
Duration
30-35 minutes
Ideal For
Up to 5 people
Includes
Guided jet boat, Captain narration
Highlights
Explore the French Broad River on a guided jet boat tour with captain narration, scenic views, and a close-up stop at a riverside cave. You may also travel toward Seven Islands State Birding Park along the way.
- Ride a guided jet boat for 30–35 minutes
- Listen to your captain share river history, wildlife, and hidden features
- Cruise past rolling hills with Great Smoky Mountains views
- Visit a riverside cave for photos and stories
- Watch for wildlife like bald eagles, osprey, turtles, and deer
Things to know
Launch times may vary slightly to ensure a clear take-off. Children under 2 ride for free.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.
FAQs
Arrive at least 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time for check-in.
Dress appropriately for the ride. The water can feel cooler when the boat is in motion, so wear layered clothing and attire you feel comfortable in.
Yes. Launch times may vary slightly to ensure a clear take-off.
Meeting details
1949 Winfield Dunn Parkway
More about Seven Islands State Birding Park
Seven Islands State Birding Park sits along a graceful bend of the French Broad River just east of Knoxville, where rolling meadows, restored grasslands, and quiet wooded coves create one of East Tennessee's richest wildlife sanctuaries. The Island Pointe Tour brings you to this remarkable corner of the region, where more than 190 bird species have been recorded and the landscape shifts with every season. Open skies stretch above the river, footbridges connect you to Kelly Island, and the slow rhythm of the water sets the tone for a morning or afternoon spent far from the hum of the city.
On the tour, you will wander the gentle trails that wind through Seven Islands State Birding Park, pausing at overlooks where bluebirds dart across the fields and herons stalk the shallows. The air carries the scent of wildflowers in warmer months and the crisp bite of river breeze in cooler ones. You might spot deer at the edge of the tree line, hear the call of a meadowlark, or watch the light shift across the water as it threads between the islands. The contrast with the busier stops on the broader itinerary is part of the charm here, Seven Islands State Birding Park feels like a long exhale, an unhurried chapter in the day where nature takes center stage.
This stop is perfect for travelers who love birdwatching, gentle walking, photography, and the kind of quiet beauty that rewards patience. Families with curious kids, couples seeking a peaceful detour, and solo visitors who want to connect with the East Tennessee landscape will all find something to love at Seven Islands State Birding Park. By the time you leave, the rolling fields, the river views, and the small surprises along the trail will have given you a side of Knoxville that many visitors never see.
