Walk to soaring cliffs and alpine meadows on a private, guided hiking tour of Yosemite National Park. Tailor this 5- or 6-hour trip to your interests and ability, then find your perfect trail into the wilderness. Learn about the history and ecology of the High Sierra as you walk alongside your guide, and find uncrowded paths in the heart of the park. Enjoy a backcountry picnic and discover stunning views of the Yosemite Valley or High Country, or challenge yourself to take on a longer hike with more elevation gain.
- Private guided hiking tour in Yosemite National Park
- Take a hike that is suited to your family or group’s experience level and interests, led by an experienced guide
- Learn about the natural history and ecology of Yosemite and the Sierra Nevada
- Get away from the crowds and hike ‘secret trails’ with the insider knowledge of your local guide
- Stop for photographs and rest breaks at some of the most scenic spots in the park
What To Expect
Yosemite National Park
You’ll meet your experienced guide at the trail and set out to see Yosemite from a different perspective. Every tour is designed to take advantage of the best locations available at the time of your visit, with an effort to avoid the crowds, even at the height of the summer season.
Travel along less-visited trails with your expert guide, getting an incredible experience of the forest, waterfalls and meadows around Yosemite Valley. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of the Yosemite wilderness while your expert guide provides security and safety on the trail. Your guide will also be available to take photos of your group so that you have amazing shots from your day out in Yosemite!
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Yosemite Valley
Choose from two options for your family or group:
Beginner Hike
Enjoy a pleasant half-day hike on a gentle trail in Yosemite Valley or the High Country with excellent photo opportunities. You’ll have a picnic at a scenic site, either a magnificent vista point or alongside a meadow, lake, or stream. Expect to hike four to five miles with minimal elevation gains on a tour that lasts approximately five hours.
Moderate Hike
You’ll escape from the crowds and take some of Yosemite’s most scenic trails a little further during a hiking tour that is perfect for novice hikers who want a bit more of a challenge. Expect to hike five to six miles with elevation gains up to 1000 feet (305m) on a tour that lasts approximately six hours.
6 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Please provide your hotel and contact information (phone number, email and accommodations) in the Special Requirements box at checkout. Hotel information is so we may provide you with driving directions to the meeting location; pickup/drop-off is not included.
Please dress in athletic-wear
Not wheelchair accessible
Items recommended to bring: camera, gloves, extra layer of clothing, jacket, sunscreen, hat, snacks and water
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
We are limited in guide availability this year due to a local housing crisis. Please understand if your reservation is amended to accommodate up to 4 more party members or is not accepted because of this restriction.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Include
Private guided hiking tour
Informative local guide
Custom Tour Location (you must contact us upon confirmation to discuss)
Vehicle reservation permit into Yosemite National Park
Exclude
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private transportation
Gratuities
Park Entrance Fee
Max group – 9
