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Private Guided Hiking Tour in Yosemite

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Overview

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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.

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

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Private guided hiking tour

Informative local guide

Vehicle reservation permit into Yosemite National Park (when reservations are required)

Custom Tour Location (you must contact us upon confirmation to discuss)

Food and drinks

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Private transportation

Gratuities

Park Entrance Fee

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!

15 minutes•Admission Not Applicable
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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.

6 hours•Admission Not Applicable

Options

Strenuous Hike

Strenuous Hike

Challenging Hike

Challenging Hike

Moderate Hike

Moderate Hike

Intermediate Hike

Intermediate Hike

Beginner Hike

Beginner Hike

Reviews

4.79

85 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • This was our first time...

    Eve A,

    Jun 7, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    This was our first time in Yosemite and we still constantly talk about how much we love John and our experience with him! We would take a tour anywhere with him and you should do the same!!

  • Hike to Vernal Falls

    Navdeep S,

    May 10, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    We had an amazing time with Ana climbing up to Vernal falls. She was friendly and easy to chat with. She knew a lot of facts about the area which was really great to hear about.

  • Wonderful private hike

    Eric S,

    Oct 16, 2024

    - Viator

    5.00

    John was an incredibly kind and attentive guide who made me feel like this experience was tailored exactly to me. He was patient, thoughtful, knowledgeable, and supportive at every step.

  • Stunning views and interesting history

    Chris C,

    Oct 10, 2024

    - Viator

    5.00

    I did the intermediate hike with John. He took us to some amazing views and gave us some interesting history about Yosemite. Highly recommend this hike!

  • Amazing Yosemite Hike

    Leslie M,

    Sep 22, 2024

    - Viator

    5.00

    Ana, our guide, was amazing and the hike itself was spectacular. Could not recommend more. Highly recommend this tour company

From USD 292.5

4.79
85 reviews
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