5 Day Yosemite Backpacking - Amazing Sunsets

Overview

If you’re looking for an incredible backcountry adventure that isn’t too strenuous, look no further! During this five-day trip you’ll experience some of Yosemite’s pristine wilderness locations. Camp at the base of Mount Hoffman (10,850′) along the shore of May Lake. Swim, relax, or opt for a four-mile roundtrip hike to the summit of Mount Hoffman. Trek through high alpine meadows as you make your way to Polly Dome Lake—a hidden location surrounded partially by granite. Camp at Glen Aulin, nestled at the mouth of the Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne River. Amazing sunsets are a specialty along this route! This trip is perfect for a family backpacking adventure, or those wanting something less strenuous.

As the calendar is confusing, our 2022 dates are:
6/14 - 6/18
6/21 - 6/25
7/4 - 7/8
7/22 - 7/26
7/29 - 8/2
8/11 - 8/15
8/16 - 8/20
9/4 - 9/8
9/11 - 9/15
9/17 - 9/21
9/24 - 9/28

City: Yosemite National Park

Sun 23 Feb

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Starting at $1675.00

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Sun 23 Feb

Starting at $1675.00

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What's Included

Experienced Guides

Memories to Last a Lifetime!

Souvenir T-Shirt

Permits

Use of Backpacking Gear as requested

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travellers
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (10)

lisawB1517IC

Jun 2021

I can’t say enough good things about my trip with Lasting Adventures! Max and Gus were absolutely amazing guides. They did a great job explaining all of the plans and protocols, ensuring everyone was comfortable, and probably most importantly for me, accommodated my dietary restrictions. They were also a seemingly endless font of knowledge; though I day hike in the Sierras regularly, I learned SO much about the local flora and fauna. I was also given a very valuable lesson in orienteering! In addition, they didn’t make me feel bad about my slower pace. Recently, I’ve been dealing with some health issues and this trip has helped me developed the mental fortitude to deal with my symptoms; if I can spend 4 nights in the wilderness, I can surely accomplish anything! I definitely left with memories to last a lifetime, and the unquenchable hunger to return to the mountains. I highly recommend choosing Lasting Adventures!!

rgebhart1814

Jun 2021

My husband and I just completed a great backpacking trip with Lasting Adventures. Registration and communication with the company was first rate, responsive and timely. Our guides, Gus and Max, were knowledgeable, encouraging, and cooked delicious food for us at every meal. The epitome was watching the set set over Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne, while our guides made us dessert right there on the bluff: hot donuts! Our guides had endless amounts of information about Yosemite history, flora, fauna, and geology, which we appreciated very much. There were seven in our group, plus the guides, and we all enjoyed meeting each other, hiking together, and working together to solve the riddles that the guides posed. Great trip!

8899lesliey

Aug 2020

My teenager and I just got back from a 5 day/4 night guided backpacking trip in Yosemite with Ciara as our guide. The trip was incredible and Ciara was an AMAZING guide. The trip exceeded all expectations and was so special for us after a year of many cancellations due to Covid-19. Our itinerary was well thought out, especially since we were first time backpackers. Lasting Adventures and our guide planned challenging hikes with incredible views while also allowing us to swap out our food supplies and have time to relax. The highlight was sunrise at the summit of Cloud’s Rest; we hiked through the night with total confidence and supportive encouragement from Ciara. Throughout the 5 days, we learned all about Yosemite, got to know each other, and had the luxury to unplug and simply enjoy the magnificent park. The food was amazing and not at all what we expected. Ciara provided us with freshly cooked meals that fully accommodated our dietary needs. We are planning to make some of her recipes at home! Finally, as for Covid-19, Lasting Adventures had procedures in place for hand sanitizing and minimizing any cross contamination. It was rational and not burdensome, and we felt safe. We have already recommended Lasting Adventures to several friends and we will be back! My teenager has caught the backpacking bug after this incredible adventure. Thank you so much to the Lasting Adventures entire crew for superb communications & organization, and a trip that we will treasure for a lifetime.