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3-Day Yosemite Camping Adventure from San Francisco

Name: 3-Day Yosemite Camping Adventure from San Francisco
Brand: Incredible Adventures
SKU: 3454YE3D
Price: 679.00 USD
Rating: 4.5 (180 reviews)

San Francisco, USA

3 days
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

On this 3-day Yosemite camping tour, visit Yosemite National Park with an experienced guide, spending two nights in a tent at a campsite. Enjoy the park's stunning sights, like Yosemite Falls and Half Dome, and go hiking amidst the giant sequoia trees. With both guided portions and free time to explore on your own, this tour provides a convenient and balanced way to experience one of America’s favorite national parks.

Enjoy a tour of Yosemite Valley with a professional guide
Go off the beaten track in one of America's favorite national parks
View the magnificent giant sequoia trees
Tents and cooking equipment provided

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

Camping near Yosemite makes it easy to hike, swim, and raft in the park for 3 days.

What's Included

Camping equipment (except a sleeping bag)
Dinner
Camping fees
All fees and taxes
Transport by biodiesel van
Professional guide
Lunch (2)
Breakfast (2)

Gratuities
Sleeping bag (available to rent for USD30)
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

333 O'Farrell St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
Union Square: Meet the group and guide at 8:15am at the corner of Mason and O'Farrell Streets in front of the Hilton San Francisco Union Square Hotel. There are many bus lines that run directly by or near this central location. The closest BART and MUNI stop is the Powell Street Station (2 blocks away)

Start time

08:15 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Your Yosemite adventure starts in San Francisco, where you’ll depart in the morning of Day 1. For three days, you’ll enjoy the natural beauty of one of the most famed national parks in the US, where highlights like Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, mountain lakes and towering sequoia trees have impressed travelers from all over, including nature photographer Ansel Adams.

Bring your activewear, as opportunities for hiking, swimming, biking, and even rafting are available. You’ll explore some of the park with your guide to check out off-the-beaten-path trails and sights unseen by most who venture here, plus have free time to enjoy the park at your leisure (additional costs may apply).

Two nights of tent camping are included; tents are provided but sleeping bags are not (you may rent one if you are not bringing your own). Meals, drinks and snacks can be purchased on your own.

Day 1

San Francisco to Yosemite

8 Stops

San Francisco Bay

Admission Ticket Free

Yosemite National Park

Admission Ticket Free

Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Yosemite Valley

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Yosemite Village

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Yosemite Falls

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Ansel Adams Gallery

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

El Portal

12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: A campsite with modern facilities and we provide all the equipment necessary to ensure you are well taken care.

Meals: Dinner

Day 2

Yosemite High Country

1 Stop

Yosemite National Park

10 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: A campsite with modern facilities and we provide all the equipment necessary to ensure you are well taken care.

Meals: BreakfastLunch

Day 3

Yosemite to San Francisco

3 Stops

Yosemite Valley

4 hours • Admission Ticket Included

El Capitan Meadow

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

San Francisco

4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: BreakfastLunch

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Children 17 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult
Tours are arranged on a demand basis and require a minimum of 5 passengers to guarantee departure
Not wheelchair accessible
Important: Please note if you need a sleeping bag and any dietary requirements in the 'Special Requirements' field when booking
Stroller accessible
Camping is easy, but cooperation is important. Don't worry if you've never camped before; many people haven't. You will be supplied with all the camping equipment necessary for a trip of this nature, using quality tents, camping and cooking equipment. Everybody is expected to participate in setting up and breaking down the camp, and the professional guides are available to attend to your needs to ensure a positive camping experience. We camp at the best campsites, with hot showers and modern facilities. Swimming is available nearby. During booking, please note if you will need a sleeping bag
Near public transportation

We use 4-person tents but only have two people in each. In the case of odd numbers in your party, there is a chance you will be paired with another person of the same gender from a different party.
You will be provided with the food, but not the chefs. You guys are the cooks, waiters, dishwashers and, of course, the guests. On leaving the city, we stop at a supermarket and buy everything we need. The fare is a mixture of chicken, beef and vegetarian, all-you-can-eat and very tasty. Most people eat better with us than they have done previously on their travels. Please inform us of any dietary requirements/concerns at the time of booking.
Tour operator uses comfortable 15-passenger vans with dual air-conditioning and stereo sound. Our vans are fueled by biodiesel, a vegetable oil-based diesel fuel, to promote green business. All of the vans have large roof racks for your luggage and the camping equipment.
Infant seats available
On your journeys, you will need sneakers or hiking boots, shorts, T-shirts, swimwear, sun protection, a water bottle, flashlight and something warmer in case there is a change in weather.
June through September in Yosemite is hot and sunny with occasional afternoon showers. May and October days are warm with cooler nights. As with all mountain environments, weather can vary quickly, so a layer of warm clothing is a good idea.
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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MariaLourdes_G

Tour was overall a good experience. We saw some incredible views in Yosemite Valley. Daniel was a dope tour guide and very chill. Included meal count listed in your description was a bit inaccurate. Everyone on my tour was a first timer for camping. Daniel made the experience very memorable and worth the money. Definitely recommend this tour and hope that you get Daniel as your tour guide. ;)

Reviews

4.5

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Great Tour! Bad Tour Guide!

jonny_T, Oct 2023

Yosemite is a must visit place. It is one of the most incredible places in the whole world. This trip by Incredible Adventures is genuinely Incredible. It is really well thought out, the campsite is ideal and the excursions are amazing - it leaves you hungary to see more. The problem we had was with our 'Tour Guide' or Driver as we all called him. Before booking this trip I did a lot of research and looked at a lot of reviews. A lot of people praised the company for having great Tour guides with loads of knowledge, great people skills and a love for their job. Unfortunately this was not true for our Tour Guide Johnny. I have never been on a tour where the Guide had such poor people skills, was uninterested in his job and also had worrying heath/safety and hygiene skills. This was all made apparent from our first meeting him at out pick up point, and lasted the entire experience. His knowledge of the area was sub par when he did actually tell us any information. And was just un-interested about everything and anything. I think he has to realise that for a vast majority of people they have never been to Yosemite, so its a new experience. Alot of people travel far (we came from the Uk) and have never see anything like this before and may never again because of the costs to get there. He was late back to pick up points because he was doing his own thing (which it totally out of order because he is suppose to be working). I could go on with other incidents but I will max out the word count. Fortunately for us we met some amazing people in the group and between the group made an incredible experience (with no help from him). It did not ruin the experience for us (was close to) but it did leave a sour taste In our mouths. Since the trip I have contacted Incredible Adventures and they have been really supportive about the experience. I had given them a full list of information about the experience and I believe they have delt with it appropriately. I would reccomed going on this trip just not with this 'Guide' 5* trip, 1* Guide.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Hello! Thanks for sharing your rating with us and the community and thank you for bringing this to our attention. We take customer feedback seriously and are committed to making improvements in this area.

Well worth it for those who first experience Yosemite.

HsinYi_W, Aug 2023

Even though our first camping night was rainy, and the rain continued into the second day, and by the third morning, we ran out of water at the campsite, everyone in the group remained optimistic and lifted spirits. This camping trip is good for those experiencing Yosemite for the first time.

Would recommend!

Miranda_V, Aug 2023

The whole trip was amazing. Definitely worth a multi day experience to see different parts of Yosemite. Well planned, informative and enjoyable.

Great trip, tour guide super knowledgeable

Aura_T, Jul 2023

Yosemite was definitely a highlight from our trip to California. Derrick….I mean, Aidan was an amazing guide! So knowledgable and fun, he really made this experience unforgettable

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Hello Aura! Thank you for your kind words Your feedback means the world for us!

Good park for people who are fit and like to hike.

Sharda_R, Jun 2023

Stuck in the van for a very long time to get into the park. The traffic was so bad we could not stop for lunch at all. Park is nice. Being it was Father’s Day and a long weekend, the park was full of people. We couldn’t get to our campsite until 9:30 at night. Getting in and out of the park took a tremendous time. Guide was young, energetic and friendly. I wish he was a little more proactive in picking up the supplies. Since 4 of us were vegetarians and 2 of us are seniors we could have used extra milk and fruits. I being 78, by the time I get there, milk and fruits were finished. Overall, this was my first camping experience and it was good. Please insist the tour guide to be be strict when people don’t keep up the time. We had to wait 75 mins for one passenger in the evening after dinner. Camp site and the bathrooms were really nice and clean.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. We understand that this is a common occurrence on holiday weekends and we have taken steps to ensure our passengers are aware of the increased traffic. We hope this will help prevent any further surprises. Thank you for your understanding. If you need further assistance please contact us directly at info@incadventures.com

Amazing!

Oranooj_L, Jun 2023

It was an amazing 3-day camping with very friendly tour captian, Bryan. All of our stops were incredible. Highly recommend even for solo traveler or camping beginner!

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thanks for sharing your rating with us and the community.

First time campers and we loved it !

Julia_A, Sep 2022

Our family of four had the most memorable experience in this trip. Chadwick was our guide and he was so wonderful, he took us to all the places that was described in the tour we booked. Yosemite is beyond words beautiful and we had the most amazing group of people to experience Yosemite with. Plenty of food was offered for breakfasts and lunches. Our guide Chadwick made our first time camping experience something to remember forever. We are so thankful and glad that we booked this tour.

First time camping!

Louai_A, Jul 2022

I never went camping so the whole experience was kinda new. The guide (eden) made sure everything was smoothly so we could enjoy our time. It was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had thanks to to the wonderful Yosemite, the group and the guide! Would definitely recommend this for everyone!

Hike some trails, see some stars, make some friends.

Glyn_W, Jun 2022

The highlight was hiking to Vernal Falls, and seeing all the rainbows. Also loved sitting around with the group eating a meal together in the evening and having s’mores by the campfire.

The 3-day Yosemite...

Nils_K, May 2022

The 3-day Yosemite camping and hiking trip was great, very much thanks to our excellent guide Aden! We had a fantastic hike up Misty trail to Verrnal and Nevada Falls. Just great.

Excellent Tour

Ernesto_S, Oct 2021

Lisa was an excellent guide with a lot of passion for her work. The group was amazing. We visited many places around Yosemite, some of the off the beaten path.

A great experience

Mayur, Sep 2021

Went on a solo 2 Night 3 Day Yosemite camping trip with incredible adventures - Was wondering if it will be too hard but was really happy and enjoyed a lot. Tour guide Lisa was really kind and one of the best people I have ever met. Food was good, all the other people that came along in the trip were also great. It was a nice diverse crowd from different countries and different backgrounds. Lisa was great at being inclusive of everyone on the trip. She showed us many spots of Yosemite which I wouldn't have seen if I just drove there by myself, she also helped us during hikes if we needed extra water or electrolytes or just a friend to push us through the last mile. Our second day was packed with hikes and many points. I think the best part was star gazing where we parked our van at a vista point and just laid down there to see the stars and the milky way at night after a tiring day of hiking. The third day was a self explore day where we were guided for what we can do and what is easy/hard and how to get there and around. I think it was a great experience and will highly recommend it too.

Great Experience For Beginner Campers

MariaLourdes_G, Jul 2021

Most suitable tour for people without camping experience

Hanyi_X, Jun 2021

If you never have camping experience before, this is the most suitable tour for you. Our tour guide , Jessie, was super nice and was very helpful. She took care of set up the kitchen, cooking, etc. and of course the group also help with other stuff. Good team work makes up good experiences. The tour was fully guided on the first two days, the chosen viewpoints among Yosemite is very good. We have free day on the third day. Overall, this experience is perfect.

Was great!

Willis_R, Jan 2020

We are a family from Canada, and we love Yosemite so much! The meals they served were great, a lot better then I was expecting, our tour guide was nice. If you like tours that are a mix between free time and guided tour then you'll like this one. We got a lot of free time to hike the mist and Muir trail. Over all great time!

Response from Host, Jan 2020

We are so glad you enjoy our Yosemite Camping Adventure! It is a great way to get a more in depth look at the park. You spending time seeing the sites and getting out on the hiking trails! We are glad you enjoyed the included meals and your guide was friendly. Thanks for taking the time to write a review.

Fantastic weekend

Victoria_B, Oct 2019

Went on the 3 day camping and hiking trip to Yosemite with Dan as our tour guide, Dan was very friendly, great company and made me and my daughter feel at ease. I am not a very fast walker I have Achilles Tendonitis in my foot and Dan was very understanding that I was unable to walk as fast as most people and kept a eye on me to make sure that I was ok but also gave me space to walk at my own pace. I really enjoyed the weekend. Yosemite is beautiful.

Response from Host, Oct 2019

Thank you! We are so glad you enjoyed your time with Dan on tour with us.

Simply Awsome

melvyn b, Jul 2019

Just returned from this three day trip and we are all completely shattered. It was a fantastic 3 days and Jill our guided could not do enough for us. She worked solidly to ensure that everyone in the group was catered for in every respect. A very busy and packed three days, There is no way we would have experienced everything the park has to offer without our guide. We had some reservations when booking this trip and struggled in deciding what to pack. We should not have worried. The company provided a comfortable mini bus with a full box trailer so we could if necessary take a full suitcase and loaded our pack packs as required. The whole trip was absolutely fabulous. Thanks Jill

E.one of the best trips of my life. All of which wouldn't have been possible without our fantastic tour guide Kate.

David_R, Jul 2019

My tour guide was a constant source of info and her patience endless. She had to deal with a few issues of people being quite late, others having a bad fall in the slippery hiking conditions and some unnecessarily winy passengers but managed it all so well. It really kept spirits high. Yosemite is the prettiest place I've ever been too. Would highly recommend this company and this trip.

Yosemite Camping and Hiking Adventure

Thao T, Jun 2019

Great experience camping and hiking Yosemite. Everything was well planned . Highly recommended ! Will do it again soon :-) Thank you!

Birthday weekend

Darya_G, Jul 2018

Excellent trip. The hikes and views are definitely worth it. My guide Ariel was amazing. She made sure that everyone was happy and comfortable. She combined both touristy sites and gave us an option to hike to places that not everyone goes since its more challenging. I wish there were more camp fire meals (which are not always possible because of the drought) and the camp site wasn’t next to a highway... besides that the trip exceeded my expectations. Thank you!!! Best Birthday ever!!!

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