Things to do in Berkshires, Berkshires: The Best Tours

October 7, 2021 Viva Honore

The Berkshires are home to an impressive collection of cultural and historic sights. Get your fill of music, art and theater at Tanglewood, the Boston Symphony's summer home, MASS MoCA, the country's largest contemporary art center, the Norman Rockwell Museum and the Williamstown Theatre Festival. Recreational opportunities also abound, including snowshoeing, snowboarding, skiing, rafting, kayaking, fishing and golf. The Berkshires are an easy drive, just two and a half hours from Boston and New York.
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1. Berkshire East Canopy Tours

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Berkshire East Canopy Tours

Berkshire East Canopy Tours (BECT) has 25 Zip Lines spanning 3 different Tours. Our 4.14 miles of Zip Lines that are constructed with a Passive Gravity Braking system. Each Tour features Dual Racing Zip Lines which allows two rider to Zip at the same time. The Valley Jump Tour has two of the Longest Zip Lines in North America- X1 is 2300' -- X2 is 2600' in length. Riders on these zips fly 187' above the valley floor. The BECT Guides are friendly, informative and trained/certified by the leading Zip Line Design and Building company in the nation, Experience Based Learning.

2. Zoar Outdoor/Deerfield Valley Canopy Tours

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Zoar Outdoor/Deerfield Valley Canopy Tours

Since 1989, Zoar Outdoor has offered the best in New England white water rafting trips, zip line canopy tours, kayaking clinics, canoeing instruction, rock climbing classes and bike rentals for adventurers of all abilities, from beginners to experts. Based out of our convenient location in the Berkshires in western Massachusetts, Zoar Outdoor river trips, canopy tours and instructional clinics are only 2 hours from Boston and New Haven and just 3 hours from Providence and New York City.

3. Ramblewild

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Ramblewild

Set on 1,400 acres in the mountains of Berkshire County, Ramblewild is a premier mission-driven Forest Adventure Destination created to inspire learning & conservation through fun activities. Located within a natural hardwood forest, Ramblewild has an award-winning Aerial Adventure Park, nature Trails, Low Ropes Course, Campground & a maple sugarbush. Whether you’re a fitness fan who loves an outdoor workout, a thrill-seeker looking for revitalizing fun, or someone eager to escape from the city for an outdoor adventure, we have something for everyone! Our Aerial Adventure Park, sustainably built in 10 acres of a dramatic forest setting, has 8 tree to tree trails of varying degrees of difficulty. You'll climb & traverse self-guided over a series of 150 elevated elements including ropes, ladders, zip lines, bridges & swings. Soar through the tree canopy & zip across a ravine in a kayak, on a saddle or high zip lines for an exhilarating outdoor experience. Tickets valid for 3.5 hours.

4. Berkshire Rivers Fly Fishing

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Berkshire Rivers Fly Fishing

Would you like to discover the lush scenery, hidden rivers and tranquility of the Berkshires while fly fishing? Enjoy fly fishing in the fresh highlands of The Berkshires. Take a float trip along a Berkshire river, wade in to fish-rich waters, or improve your skills with a casting lesson.

5. Berkshire Whitewater

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Berkshire Whitewater

We provide whitewater and scenic rafting trips to all ages and abilities on the Deerfield River as well as other local seasonal runs. The Deerfield river offers something for everybody - Mild to Wild!

6. ​U Drive ​​​Rent - A - Boat

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​U Drive ​​​Rent - A - Boat

Enjoy a day out on Pontoosuc Lake in beautiful Berkshire County on one of our Pontoon boats, kayaks or canoes

7. Berkshire Skydiving

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Berkshire Skydiving

At Berkshire Skydiving we do everything we can to consistently exceed customer expectations with amazing service while setting the example for safety and professionalism in our industry. At our North Adams Massachusetts location, we specialize in Tandem Skydiving to accommodate first time and infrequent skydivers in a safe and comfortable environment. We use state-of-the-art training methods and only the latest technology in equipment and techniques. Our experienced instructors are eager to introduce you and your family to our amazing sport, providing an unforgettable experience enjoyed in an environment founded on safety, friendliness and professionalism. At Berkshire Skydiving we absolutely love throwing people out of planes. You can do it, and we can help…

8. Blank Canvas Tours

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Blank Canvas Tours

All-inclusive cultural tours with a focus on art, music, theatre and history. These small group tours provide first-class accommodations, dining and insider access to premier museums, theatres and concert halls. Currently offering vacation experiences in the Berkshires, New Mexico and Vermont.

9. Berkshire Camino LLC

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Berkshire Camino LLC

Inspired by long-distance walks on the Camino de Santiago in Spain, Berkshire Camino LLC offers a range of guided walks in the Berkshires of Western MA, USA. Take a retreat on foot; walk with an intention, curiosity about the surroundings and let go of any burdens slowing you down on your life journey. Guests feel happier, calmer, connected to themselves and others, more grounded after our walks.

10. Berkshire Botanical Garden

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Berkshire Botanical Garden

Berkshire Botanical Garden was established in 1934 and is one of New England’s oldest public gardens. The garden spans 15 acres filled with more than 3000 plant species and varieties, many which are indigenous to the Berkshires. Classes, workshops, lectures, exhibits and special events are offered year-round, and the display gardens can be toured daily from May 1 through October 11, 9 am to 5 pm.

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