Incredible Adventures did a fantastic job providing a well rounded experience at Yosemite. My tour guide Kate went above and beyond to give the group a variety of sights to see and experiences from different parts of the park. I traveled solo but still made friends within my group and was able to tag along on hikes. If you want a small taste of what the park has to offer and want to get a taste of true camping for the first time. I booked this trip months in advance and was able to get a great discount too. I highly suggest this tour! Below is an in-depth review of each day.
Day one was spent hiking among Sequoia trees and ended with a scenic drive around the valley of the park. After a long day of traveling from San Francisco, this was the perfect balance of hiking, exploring and relaxation.
Day two was a 'build your own adventure' day. I really appreciated this because our guide gave us the day to do whatever hikes/experiences we wanted in the valley, but still provided recommendations. Our guide Kate recommended the Mist Trial and it was a life-changing experience! The hike was challenging but exceeded my expectations of my own hiking abilities and the beauty of Yosemite.
Day three we went to the high country and hiked to the stunning May Lake. We did a few more hikes in the day and ended the trip at Tenaya Lake which was the perfect relaxation stop to end the trip.
Things I Wish I Knew:
- I wish we received an email beforehand with more of a 'what to expect' note. For example, the way meals were split up.
- Luggage: the guide brings a small trailer hitch so if you have a small carry-on bag from your travels, you can bring it along even though the website says you can't.