Sweetheart's Delight Helicopter Tour Over Douglas Lake
Difficulty
easy
Duration
45 minutes to 1 hour
Fitness Level
No special fitness level required; suitable for most adults comfortable with helicopter flights.
Overview
Take your romance to new heights with a private helicopter tour over Douglas Lake in Sevierville. Enjoy gourmet chocolates, sparkling cider, and unforgettable views of the Great Smoky Mountains.
Sweetheart's Delight Package (Extended Lake Tour)
Starting at $259 • Treat Your Sweetheart to a Romantic Adventure
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About This Adventure
Sweetheart's Delight Package $259 Per Couple
This romantic excursion is designed to impress beyond expectation! Embark on a 16-mile private helicopter tour of Douglas Lake. You and your sweetheart will fly over TVA’s Douglas Dam and beyond to enjoy scenic views of the lake, and its islands and coves now exposed by the lower, winter water level. As you turn and venture southwest, you’re presented with expansive views of the Great Smoky Mountains in the distance.
Package includes delicious Russell Stover chocolates, a bottle of locally-produced sparkling hard cider from the Tennessee Cider Co., and two custom champagne flutes for you and your sweetheart to toast your sweet Smoky Mountains adventure.
Upon your return, you’ll be greeted with a box of delicious Russell Stover chocolates including the finest selection of cocoa, caramel, truffles and cremes. A bottle of locally produced sparkling hard cider from the Tennessee Cider Co.. And two custom champagne flutes to toast your sweet Smoky Mountains adventure.
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early for Pre-Flight Briefing
Plan to arrive 30 minutes before your flight to complete safety checks and enjoy a relaxed boarding process.
Dress Appropriately for the Weather
Layers work best as temperatures can fluctuate in-flight and on the ground near Douglas Lake.
Bring a Camera or Smartphone
Capture stunning aerial views but avoid bulky gear to keep weight and space minimal in the helicopter.
Communicate Weight and Health Restrictions
Inform the company of any health concerns or weight restrictions beforehand for safety and comfort.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- White-tailed Deer
- Bald Eagles soaring over Douglas Lake
History
Douglas Lake and the surrounding area have long been a source of recreation and natural beauty, with the lake created in the 1940s as part of regional development.
Conservation
Scenic Helicopter Tours practices environmentally-conscious flying and limits noise pollution to protect the natural tranquility of the Great Smoky Mountains area.
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Recommended Gear
Camera or Smartphone
To capture breathtaking aerial views of Douglas Lake and the Smoky Mountains.
Light Jacket or Windbreaker
Provides warmth during cooler temperatures at higher altitudes.
spring|fall|winter specific
Comfortable Footwear
For easy mobility at the launch site and after the flight.
Sunglasses
Protects your eyes during sunny flights and helps reduce glare.
summer|null specific