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Private Guided Hiking Tour in Yosemite

Overview
See Yosemite National Park on an outing that combines short easy hikes with outdoor education–great for children and adults alike! Spend quality time with your family and friends while learning about Yosemite from your experienced guide who will tailor the day to the experience level of your group. Come away with in-depth knowledge of this natural wonderland as well as great photos for your album.
City: Yosemite National Park
Tue 24 Dec
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Starting at $250.00
Tue 24 Dec
Starting at $250.00
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What's Included
Private guided hiking tour
Informative local guide
Custom Tour Location (you must contact us upon confirmation to discuss)
Additional Info
  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 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
  • Items recommended to bring: camera, gloves, extra layer of clothing, jacket, sunscreen, hat, snacks and water
  • We are limited in guide availability this year due to Covid-19. Please understand if your reservation is not accepted because of this restriction.
  • Face masks required for travellers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Our guides will be 6 ft from you and our group will stay 6 ft from other people on the trails. Masks are required for each person when 6 ft distancing isn't possible, when you first meet with your guide, during interpretation, rest stops, view points, & when departing after the tour.
What To Expect
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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!
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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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Hudsonst
Apr 2019
It was the worst experience ever!!! 1. The guide just enjoys "her" hiking. The guide gave no explanation for Yosemite and she knew nothing about Yosemite even if we asked her a question about Yosemite. She only knows trails, but anyone can know trails by Googling. 2. The Guide is a liar. She lied to us that she'd send us a picture and cut off contact after taking the picture. It turned out that she had taken pictures for her work. 3. The next day, we searched for the trail through google and went hiking to another course. We saw her at the top and she saw us, too. But she ran away because she was not honest with us. 4. People do not pay high prices for trails. It is very easy to search trails nowadays. People want to know the history, geography and culture of the area. I always take a guided tour whenever I trip. For example, when I went to the Grand Canyon, Sedona, etc., I took guided tours. The trips were really good because the guides explained the history, geography and culture of the area. 5. YExplore should not just be busy making money, but should employ competent guides.
Paradise62410
Apr 2019
I had a brief (too brief:) stay in Yosemite in March and decided to get the most for my money by signing up for a private hike. John, my guide, was fabulous on both a personal and professional level. Two things stand out a month later (beyond the beauty of the place). 1) I ask a lot of questions by nature. John gave great answers to every single one, in addition to stopping to point out a number of fascinating things about Yosemite - all without being "preachy" - it was like walking with a fascinating friend, who delighted in showing you some hidden mysteries and whom you adored by the end of the hike. 2) we acquired a few stragglers, noticing them as they crept closer to us during the hike. This happened twice on the hike (actually, the only two groups we encountered, and, well, John and I were just having so much fun, he was so interesting, that both groups gravitated to us - they just wanted to hang in on the conversation. And they didn't know John was a guide, they just thought he was that interesting and knowledgeable. Catherine, the Operations Director, handled my inquiries, itinerary planning etc and was equally delightful, considerate, thorough and worked with me to make for a perfect adventure. Don 't hesitate to book with this fabulous tour company. I'm already planning a trip back. Just perfect.
Trek393515
Apr 2019
Since this trip to Yosemite was the first for my husband, our 10-yr old daughter, and myself, as an adult, we made the right decision to book a moderate private guided hiking tour. Our guide was Ashley and she was amazing! She provided us with a lot of information during our hike, and was also very engaging with our daughter and took time to educate her on some plants, little crawlers, and birds we encountered on the trail. We started at lower Yosemite falls and ended at Mirror Lake. We saw so many incredible, breathtaking and picturesque scenery, abundant waterfalls and flowing creeks! We can’t wait to book another hiking event with YExplore. They are extremely organized and provided good communication! Highly recommended.

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