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

Fri 25 Jul

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Starting at $292.50

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Fri 25 Jul

Starting at $292.50

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Private guided hiking tour

Informative local guide

Vehicle reservation permit into Yosemite National Park

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

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!

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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trekkerno1

May 2018

I love hiking and trekking. Since I was going to visit Yosemite for the second time,I thought it was time to walk not only drive. I searched the internet’s and fount YExplore. Catherine could not be more helpful understand and accommodating. Our correspondence was long and I had lots of questions. All answered and explained. I had agreat time and Elspeth was knowledgable and a lovely and pleasant walking companion . If my travels ever take me back to Yosemite I would definitely would contact YExplore again.

Ruth M

Mar 2018

Whilst we had fun we felt that our guide could have given us more education along the way.

Sarah9092

Mar 2018

We were privileged to arrive in Yosemite a few days after a late winter snowstorm to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary, and to have John guide us on one intermediate and one moderate hike. We could not have asked for a better guide to help us navigate and enjoy the park in these conditions. For the intermediate hike, John took us to Columbia Rock and then "Oh My Gosh Point" to view the entire length of Yosemite Falls. John gave us traction devices for our shoes (Yukon Charlie's Slip-Nots) and poles so we could climb comfortably and confidently to reach an amazing lookout where no one else had been since the snow fell. Our moderate hike two days later turned into a snowshoeing expedition. John provided the snowshoes and took us up to Inspiration Point where ate lunch overlooking the a beautiful view on what felt like the edge of the world. We would not have been able to do either of these trips without John. His intimate knowledge of the trails, the history of the park, the names of every rock formation, Indian legends, trees, geology, and so much more taught us a lot and gave us a lot to think about. More importantly, his sense of humor, his sensitivity to our needs, and his ability to make us feel safe and taken care of helped us enjoy this remarkable place without worry. He even brought a plastic garbage bag for us to sit on while we ate lunch so our seats stayed dry! We also appreciated the clear communication from Catherine about logistical arrangements. We have no complaints - only happy memories and a desire to come back and do more!