Yosemite National Park Tours - page 2

See what Yosemite has to offer on this packed private sightseeing hike and tour. You’ll get an overview of Yosemite in one day, from Giant Sequoias to Glacier Point and Bridalveil Falls. Stop for hikes, photo ops of iconic landmarks, and swims underneath waterfalls. You’ll hike between 2-6 miles (3.2-6.7 kilometers) with the activity level adjusted based on the preferences of your group.

Looking for an unforgettable Yosemite Experience? We offer a variety of customizable, private, and family-friendly tours that will allow you to truly immerse yourself in the beauty and wonder of Yosemite, all while being led by a local expert. We look forward to sharing our love of Yosemite with you! Customize the day to your interests. Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour. Experience the park's most scenic spots. Keep a personal photo album with the day's images . We meet all travelers at a meeting point and begin the tour.

Capture unforgettable images of Yosemite National Park with a 4-hour photography lesson for beginners or advanced photographers. Bring your camera and learn new techniques from an expert instructor, and watch the afternoon light transform the soaring cliffs, alpine rivers and high meadows of this remarkable landscape. Set up at a series of shooting locations that include iconic views and lesser-known sites as you follow in the footsteps of Ansel Adams, Carlton Watkins and Edward Weston in California’s most iconic national park.

Take a tour that lets you immerse yourself in the park. Our guides are master naturalists, botanists, geologists, historians, and - most importantly - relentlessly curious! This is not just a sightseeing tour, it's a day all about learning and connection. This tour includes short hikes to Taft Point and the Fissures and Sentinel Dome, a visit to Glacier Point, and a short hike in Mariposa Grove either at the start or end of the day. You'll be covering about 6 miles in total throughout the day on mild to moderate trails and will be taking in huge diversity of landscapes - many of which include 360 views of the park from above. Groups are capped at 8 participants. If you're booking more than 4 spots, please inquire about a private tour. If we do not meet the minimum number of spots booked, registrants will be offered an option to make the tour private for an additional charge or cancel for a full refund.

Get an intimate understanding of Yosemite National Park during this private, two-day naturalist-led tour. Follow a custom-made itinerary tailored to your interests and fitness level, from walks through giant sequoia forests to panoramic views from the top of Mist Trail. Listen to information about the park’s flora, fauna, and history along the way. Tours include a tasty picnic lunch each day and hotel transfers.

While Yosemite is at its most popular during the warm summer months, the beloved National Park is equally in the winter months, with fewer crowds and beautiful snowfall on many of the valley's surrounding peaks. With this customizable winter tour, you'll get to experience Yosemite in a way that interests you, with a wide option of activities running from hikes to museum tours.

Search for wild trout in some of Yosemite’s most pristine landscapes during this private, full-day catch-and-release fly fishing adventure. Look out for rainbow, brown, brook, and golden trout in the Tuolumne and Merced River watersheds with your own personal local guide. Enjoy stunning views of Yosemite’s highest peaks along the way. Fishing gear and licenses, park fees, and a tasty lunch are included.

This fly fishing adventure is a great way to experience the Sierra Nevada while trying your hand at catching all sorts of trout in the Tuolumne and Merced Rivers. Unlike most fly fishing intro courses, this course is focused on conservation and family fun – catch and release your trout with barbless hooks and learn more about the ecology of the river alongside your children. There are no hidden costs, either: all equipment is provided and all license fees are covered.

If you’re looking for a truly memorable Yosemite backpacking experience, this is it. Over five days, you’ll hike in the high country of the beloved John Muir Trail, snaking between high alpine lakes, rugged peaks, cascading waterfalls, and lush valleys—and up to the summit of Half Dome. With a trained guide providing tips, tricks, and five-star meals, your backpacking trip will be a stress-free-yet-daring adventure.

Discover the towering Giant Sequoia trees of Yosemite during the winter on this half-day snowshoe hike. Hike through the Tuolumne and Merced groves to marvel at these 3,000-year old trees that reach heights upwards of 300 feet. Traverse the dense forests with hiking shoes or snowshoes, if there is a lot of snow on the ground, and learn about the biodiversity of the park.

Experience one of the world’s largest tree species during this small-group six-hour Giant Sequoia hike in Yosemite. Embark on a 2.5-mile (4-kilometer) loop in the shadow of the iconic 1000-year-old trees. Learn about their history and ecology as you walk through a tunnel tree and gain 400 feet (122 meters) of elevation. After the hike, head to a relaxing riverside beach for a swim and barbecue picnic.

Explore Yosemite National Park on this day hike from Glacier Point. Led by an expert guide, hear about the park’s natural features as you journey past three famous waterfalls: Vernal Fall, Illilouette Fall, and Nevada Fall. Take in stunning views of Half Dome after a shuttle ride to Glacier Point and, from there, begin a moderately strenuous 8.5-mile trek on foot. Travel down to the valley floor and soak up the scenery of the Panorama and Mist Trails. This small-group tour runs from May to October.

If you're intimidated by the idea of a backcountry trip, book this less-strenuous five-day Yosemite adventure. You'll experience the park's spectacular landscapes, from steep mountains to clear lakes and alpine meadows, by camping, swimming, hiking, and relaxing as the sun goes down. Ideal for first-time backpackers, gear is provided and your guides do all the cooking.

This backpacking adventure offers all of Yosemite’s iconic scenes without the crowds, going deeper into Mother Nature. With your guide at the helm (and cooking your meals!), spend five days weaving from the roaring Yosemite Falls to the face of El Capitan to catching sunset off Half Dome. This trip packs in a challenging adrenaline rush—with postcard-ready rewards every step of the way.

Walk amongst one of the world’s oldest living things: the Giant Sequoia trees of Yosemite National Park. The Tuolumne and Merced Groves are home to some of the tallest and oldest trees in the world. Reaching heights of 300 feet (91 meters) and living thousands of years. The hike can be customized depending on the group and your guide carries water purification and first aid equipment and other necessities. All profits from this tour support youth summer camp programs in Yosemite.

Skip the hassle of driving and enjoy a relaxed journey from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park. This one-way service is via comfortable, Wi-Fi-equipped coach, includes photo stops, and drops you off at Yosemite Valley Visitor Center.

Leave the tourists behind and go on your own private-but-guided hike down Yosemite National Park’s Panorama Trail. Simply download the audio tour on your smartphone, and hit the dirt when you’re ready. As you traverse this gorgeous 8.5-mile trail, you’ll sink into the park’s history, geology, flora and fauna, and more. While the audio tour takes about four hours, be sure to take your time in this magnificent wilderness.

Discover one of Yosemite National Park’s most beloved hikes as you follow the Mist Trail to Vernal Fall, a 4-hour guided hike from Yosemite Valley. Take in sweeping views of the Valley while climbing alongside your guide, and learn about the Park’s ecology, natural history and landscape. Catch a glimpse of Vernal Fall as you cross the Merced River, walk through billowing mist on a trail that parallels the waterfall’s drop from a high, granite cliff, then enjoy clear air and scenic views from the top. 

Explore Yosemite’s Tuolumne Meadows on a full-day outdoor adventure. Meet your guide in the morning to customize your plan for the day. Opt for an easy hike to the top of Lembert Dome, visit Dog Lake, and see Soda Springs. Your guide is well prepared with water purification equipment, first aid kits, and other necessities. Bring snacks, water, and lunch for a picnic break, and feel good knowing that profits form the tour support Yosemite youth summer programs.

Take a tour that lets you immerse yourself in the park. Our guides are master naturalists, botanists, geologists, historians, and - most importantly - relentlessly curious! This is not just a sightseeing tour, it's a day all about learning and connection. Your day will include a drive through the valley, stopping along the way to take in views of the iconic rock formations, hear the calls of the wildlife, and see various points of interest. Over the course of your experience, you’ll spend some time walking in the fresh mountain air. Walks will be tailored to you and may include open views, flowing waterfalls, and walks underneath massive and beautiful trees. As you breathe in the deep air, your private guide will share fascinating information about the park’s flora, fauna, and history. Groups are capped at 8 hikers. If we don't meet the minimum number of spots booked, registrants will be offered an option to make the tour private for an additional charge or cancel for a full refund.

Experience the beauty and grandeur of sub alpine lakes and rivers, high mountain meadows, snow capped peaks and the unique flora and fauna in Yosemite's High Country as we drive up to Tioga Pass, California's highest drivable mountain pass at 10,000 feet! We'll stop along the way for plenty of picture opportunities! - There are few paved or accessible trails on this trip; however some unpaved trails are appropriate for canes or walkers - Custom, private adventure available. Points of Interest Crane Flat, Tioga Road, Olmsted Point, Half Dome, Clouds Rest, Tenaya Lake, Unicorn Peak, Cathedral Peak, Tuolumne Meadows, Tuolumne River, Mt. Dana, and Tioga Pass.

Embark on an incredible journey through the natural wonders of Yosemite National Park with Shaka Guide's audio-driving tour. As you drive through the park's majestic landscapes, the knowledgeable narrator will be your expert companion, sharing captivating stories and valuable information. With Shaka Guide's Yosemite National Park tour, you have the freedom to explore Yosemite at your own pace. Pause for a hike to Yosemite Falls or stroll along the serene meadows. Capture stunning photos and create unforgettable memories amidst the park's breathtaking beauty. Experience the splendor of Yosemite National Park with Shaka Guide, an immersive journey that combines the convenience of a guided tour with the freedom of self-exploration. Let the audio narration be your knowledgeable companion as you navigate through this iconic natural wonderland, leaving you with memories that will last a lifetime.

This hike will leave you feeling accomplished, satisfied, and experienced! Embark on this journey around Pinecrest Lake with our knowledgeable guide and learn about the area and it’s history. The hike takes about an hour and 30 minutes but is in total 2 hours so we can stop and enjoy the scenery as well as take pictures! Take your family, friends, or even just you! Let the sparkling lake, beautiful trails, wildlife, ponderosa pine trees and cedars envelope you with all they have to offer