Eco-Spider SWINCAR Guided Trail Tours

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What to Expect on Tour

You will enjoy the unique driving experience of the Eco-Spider Vehicle as well as the beautiful scenery along our trails and over the Big Shoals suspension bridge 170 feet above Snake Creek!

These vehicles are made for an eco-friendly and leisurely off-road ride. No previous "off-road driving" experience is necessary as our tours are guided and speeds are not excessive.

 

Tours take 60 to 90 minutes. Tour time varies based on tour size, necessary instruction, and rider comfort while driving.

*Call and ask us about our handicap access option or group rates (10 or more).

Vehicle Options

Single Rider Vehicle Details:

  • Cost: $139
  • Minimum age to drive a single rider vehicle: 16 years.
  • Max height: 6'5"
  • Max weight for a single rider vehicle: 285 lbs.
  • Drivers must meet all requirements listed below.
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Tandem Rider Vehicle (two seats)

  • Cost: $199
  • Minimum age to drive a tandem rider vehicle: 18 years.
  • Minimum age to ride along in a tandem rider vehicle: 12 years.
  • Max height: 6'5"
  • Total max weight for a tandem rider vehicle: 500 lbs.
  • Drivers must meet all requirements listed below.
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Participant Requirements:

  • Drivers must have use of their upper extremities, no visual impairments that can’t be corrected with visual aids, and must be able to hear and understand verbal commands.
  • All participants are required to wear helmets.
  • Drivers must present a valid drivers license before starting their tour.
  • Drivers must be able to demonstrate driving ability during the training session before going out on the course.
  • All participants require a signed waiver, with a parent/guardian signature for guests younger than age 18.

Eco-Spider SWINCAR FAQs

What should I wear on the Eco-Spider SWINCAR tour?

Closed-toed shoes are a requirement. 

  • This means sneakers or boots with a full heel/back. No crocs, sandals, or 5-toed shoes allowed. People with improper footwear will not be allowed to go on tour and no refunds will be given. 

Dress appropriately for the weather.

  • Comfortable clothes are recommended. We zip line rain or shine so wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little wet or sweaty. You will be wearing a harness that goes around your waist and thighs so we recommend wearing clothes that will cover those areas. Short shorts and tube tops are not recommended. Please wear shorts under dresses or skirts. Wear layers in cold weather. 

Secure long hair.

  • You don’t want hair to get tangled in the equipment. Helmets are required, so a low ponytail, bun, or braid is the most comfortable. It is permitted to wear thin bandanas, beanies, or other head coverings under your helmet.

Glasses and sunglasses can be worn.

  • If you plan on taking them off during the tour, we recommend a strap. They may break if you put them in your pocket.

Do not wear loose articles of clothing, dangling jewelry, or large hoop earrings.

How safe are the Eco-Spider SWINCAR Tours?

We have years of experience, and our guides are all CPR and Wilderness First Aid trained. The vehicles are equipped with seatbelts. They are very stable, and the pendulum seat allows the driver to remain level and keeps all four wheels in contact with the ground on the steepest inclines and while climbing obstacles. Our tours are meant to be scenic and enjoyable, so we do not allow high speeds on our trails.

Do you have wheelchair accessible options?

Yes! That is what makes these vehicles so special. They are controlled using hands only, making it very accessible, even to people with reduced mobility. Please contact us ahead of time if you would like one out the vehicles that allows for easy chair transfer.

Do I need any experience?

No. Our guides will provide instructions before and during your tour. You may come as a beginner, but you will leave feeling like a pro!

Are there any health conditions that would exclude me from participating?

This tour is not for people with recent surgeries, joint or bone injuries, heart conditions, pregnant women (beyond the first trimester), moderate to severe muscular-skeletal problems or severe arthritis. This list is not complete and any guest with medical problems should notify the staff and consult their own MD for participation recommendations. If you require fast-acting medication (like epinephrine), bring the medication with you on the tour and make your guide aware of your condition prior to departure.

Do I need to be in good shape?

This tour is fairly low impact. All drivers must have use of their upper extremities, no visual impairments that can’t be corrected with visual aids and must be able to hear and understand verbal commands.

Is water provided?

Yes. We have water points throughout the tour. Be prepared to go over an hour without water.

Is there a place to view friends and family that are on the course?

Not really. You can see them at the beginning and end of the tour but not while they are out on the trails.

About the Eco-Spider SWINCAR

The Eco-Spider by SWINCAR is a powerful and rugged four-wheeled electric vehicle with spider-like arms that move independently to tackle tough off-road terrain, working with the power of gravity and centrifugal force. The pendulum seat allows the driver to remain level and keeps all four wheels in contact with the ground on the steepest inclines and while climbing obstacles.

The friendly to use controls grouped around the steering wheel make driving easy. The SWINCAR Eco-Spider is controlled using hands only, making it very accessible, even to persons of reduced mobility.

SWINCAR combines high performance and great driving sensation with silent running and low environmental footprint. A one of a kind eco tour adventure!

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Viewpoint Helmet Cameras

New! We offer Viewpoint Helmet Cameras you can rent to easily capture your adventure on video! Only $15 gets you up to 3 hours of footage.

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FREE Pictures with Fotaflo

Our team of experienced Guides will capture your Adventure Experiences while you are on the course and we will send you all the photos taken while on your adventure for FREE!

How does it all work?

Free pictures are already part of your Zip Line Tour, Aerial Adventure Tour, and Eco-Spider ATV Tour.** Our guides will take pictures while you are on tour and we will then send a link to your photos via email.

Renting Viewpoint Cameras:

What are they? Viewpoint Cameras are lightweight, wide-angle video cameras that record your experience in full HD. They are positioned directly on top of your helmet, providing a unique Point-of-View (POV) perspective of what your experience was actually like!

The process is easy: 1. Rent a camera at the front counter for $15 (online booking coming soon), 2. Record your adventure! Tip: think about who you want the perspective of and who you want to see on the video itself, 3. Get your video receipt, and 4. Download and share your video!

**We do not consider our free photos service a part of your tour package. Occasionally technical failures, weather, or other problems arise. Unfortunately, due to the unreliable nature of this service, we cannot offer any compensation in case of unavailability or poor quality.

Troubleshooting: please visit our FAQ page for help if you have trouble getting your pictures or video.

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