About us
We are a small, family owned business, not a corporate franchise. We are local folks (or as they say around here "local yolcals") who love the beauty, history, culture and even the dark, spooky stories of Helen and the North Georgia mountains. We love nothing more than to share our experiences and passion with you!
OUR GUIDES
Lilly Mae
Owner and tour guide
Renfield the Vampire Pup
Tour guide and certified good boy
Brent
Tour guide
"Biggie" Big Foot
Mascot and O.G. tour guide
Who are we?
Lilly Mae:
As owner of GW Tours, Lilly Mae is passionate about providing the most fun, entertaining and educational tours possible, Her background includes the study 0f psychology, travels around the world and a long-standing interest in the paranormal. Dirndl by day or Vampiress by night, either way Lilly Mae will provide you an unforgettable experience!
Brent:
As a writer, poet, historian, ghost hunter and world traveler to over 115 countries, Brent wears many hats and brings a wealth of of experience and passion to his tours. As a North Georgia native, he is (literally) right at home in these hills.
Renfield the Vampire Pup:
Renfield the Vampire Pup will not bite and drink your blood. He may, however, give you kisses and lick you to death! He is a four-pawed Big Foot, and unlike the two-legged variety, he is often spotted on the walking trails with his Master and Mistress.
Biggie "Big Foot"
"Biggie as we call him is actually the original(O.G) tour guide in the area. He has been roaming the hills for centuries; although he has never actually shown up for a tour. He has been known to photobomb many tourists' vacation photos, so be sure to examine your pictures carefully!