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Guided Yosemite Hiking Excursion
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Guided Yosemite Hiking Excursion

By YExplore Yosemite Adventures - Day Tours
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Meet your guide in Yosemite National Park and hike to your choice of amazing destinations. Your hiking route depends on the fitness and experience level you select at booking. Beginners follow a relatively gentle trail in the Yosemite Valley or high country while a strenuous full-day hike makes the most dramatic elevation gains.
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Ages 3-99, max of 9 per group
Duration: 5h
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Live guide: English
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Highlights
  • Yosemite National Park guided hiking excursion
  • Outdoor enthusiasts of every fitness level have options
  • Choose your trail: beginner, intermediate, moderate, challenging, or strenuous
  • Sentinel Dome, Glacier Point, Cathedral Lakes, El Capitan, Clouds Rest or Half Dome

  • Local guide
  • Outdoor Education
  • Custom Tour Location (you must contact us upon confirmation to discuss)
  • Vehicle reservation permit into Yosemite National Park
What's not included
  • Water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Lunch
  • Private transportation
  • Gratuities
  • Park Entrance Fee


Start:
  • Yosemite National Park, Yosemite National Park, California
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 6004HIKE

    • Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • Please provide your hotel and contact information (phone number, email and accommodations) in the Special Requirements box at checkout. Hotel information is so we can email you driving directions to the meeting location; pickup/drop-off is not included.
    • Please dress in athletic wear and bring plenty of water
    • Minimum age is 10 years for the Intermediate and Challenging hike
    • Minimum age is 12 years for the Strenuous hike
    • The Beginner and Moderate hike is for all ages
    • No minimum age on Beginner or Moderate Hikes
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travellers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 6004HIKE

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    • YExplore Yosemite Adventures - Day Tours
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      United States
      Joined in January 2008
    • E3619JWangelap
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Worth the drive
      The views were amazing! The people were nice. Parking is limited. It’s a long drive from San Francisco for a day trip. I am not sure the excursions are worth 200 per person.
      Written 18 October 2024
    • michellemA1833QT
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Yosemite hike to Taft /Sentinel Dine
      I am a 54 yo female I hiked w my husband and son to Sentinel dome and Taft point. I found hike challenging but fun. I fast walk 2 miles 2-3 times a week at home. Because I am a flat lander I wanted a guide. We had Ana from Yexpore. She was friendly and informative. Views were spectacular. She was very specific that we would need 2 liters of water per person and she was absolutely correct! Would definitely use her again.
      Written 7 October 2024
    • plclml
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great Hikes with YExplore
      I highly recommend touring Yosemite with YExplore. From recommending the appropriate hikes for our desired activity level to helping with suggested itineraries, John was there for us from beginning to end. He was very knowledgable and friendly, as well as a great story teller. They can be flexible, making last minute adjustments “on the fly” to fit your needs. We did hikes on two different days and John made sure we saw a variety of terrains and scenery. We climbed Lembert Dome on day one, then hiked to spectacular Taft Point followed by a visit to Glacier Point the next day. It was on absolute pleasure spending our days with him and seeing some of the natural splendors of Yosemite National Park.
      Written 10 September 2024
    • alexa_ortiz
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great Hike!
      The best decision of our trip was hire a guide. The hike was amazing and John was so knowledgeable of the park and took us to the best views. I can say (with 100% certainty) our hike would not nearly have been as good without a guide.
      Written 15 May 2024
    • Jeffrey E
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Spectacular personalized Yosemite hiking.
      We had David for our guide. He is an interesting young guy who was knowledgeable and very pleasant and tailored the hiking that we wanted to the level that we wanted. While we chose not to have significant elevation, changes, and back country experience, we still managed over 12 miles, and really enjoyed the beauty of our surroundings. We highly recommend this to our group as it was individualized, very personal, and very pleasant.
      Written 11 October 2023
    • TaraD1224
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Yosemite Hike
      Josh, our guide, was FANTASTIC! We ALL absolutely LOVED our hike. We also loved how much he genuinely loved Yosemite. There were 4 of us on our hike and he made sure he took care of each of our needs and concerns. He even made us coffee, camping style, and it was delicious!! We HIGHLY recommend this hike and our tour guide.
      Written 12 August 2023
    • CWeed1138
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      An absolute must!
      Absolutely fantastic! John is a pro. Knew all the best spots to go to and when to be there for the best photos. We are so glad we booked this. It made our trip infinitely better.
      Written 5 July 2023
    • Excursion16386418730
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Mist trail hike
      We did the mist trail which was stunning and very wet due to the unusually vibrant waterfalls this year. Our guide was Zim and she did a great job helping us avoid the rookie mistakes, navigating the climb which at times can be treacherous due to slippery rock and crowds. She also knew our pace and made sure we took time to enjoy particular views.
      Written 19 June 2023
    • colleenmG615RF
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Best Hike! Best Guide
      The best experience of our trip. I have 2 adventurous teenage boys this experience was amazing. Our guide Alex was fantastic, so knowledgeable, helpful and fun. We hiked Upper Yosemite Falls and Alex made the trip outstanding! The owner, John was so flexible and great with us as our plans changed. I am such a fan of this company! If you are interested in hiking In Yosemite, use YExplore Yosemite Adventures. I highly recommend it!! My boys are planning their next adventure with this company. Thank you John and Alex for a memorable trip! See you guys next time.
      Written 2 June 2023
    • Sightseer40594495859
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fantastic
      Had the best time with John. Super knowledgeable, great pace, knew all the best spots around the park for the best views. Really appreciated it! Highly recommended!
      Written 10 April 2023
    • M2578RMtonyg
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Yosemite Valley and El Capitan Meadow
      We booked a hike with John DeGrazio who was extremely knowledgeable about Yosemite and guided us along a fantastic 9+ mile journey through the El Capitan Meadow. By the end we felt very comfortable with the area and ready to explore several other hikes. I highly recommend John and would definitely book him again.
      Written 20 November 2022
    • E7617VQgeorgec
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great time in going with a guide for Half Dome hike
      David was a great guide on the big Half Dome hike this past weekend. It was great not having to worry about the route (we started at 5am), the permits and also having a guide to help with the cable climb was a big help. Along the way we found streams to cool off in and even saw a Bobcat on the hunt. A memorable day for my family. Thank you!
      Written 23 August 2022
    • 635eglea
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing!!!
      What a wonderful experience! Clouds rest hike was just amazing. YExplore were easy to communicate with, really helpful and friendly. My guide was simply awesome as well.
      Written 27 July 2022
    • Mettegilling
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Yosemite is a must-see for nature lovers
      We walked the Mist Trail to the top of Navarra Falls with our boys aged 14 and 17. The view was stunning and the cool water streams at the top made a perfect lunch break before we decended on the John Muir Trail. The only down side to this walk is that there are quite a lot of people on this trail.
      Written 24 July 2022
    • Sylvia R
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great experience
      It was a great experience. Totally worth it. We learn a lot about the history of the park and made the most of the time we spend there. I think the best time to apreciate the beauty of this park is around may but it still was a great experience. There was a fire very close but the company was very helpful and we didnt loose the opportunity to visit this amazing park.
      Written 23 July 2022
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    EncinitasFrank
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2021
    I cannot say enough good things about my experience with Yexplore and more specifically, John Degrazio. His true love and passion for showing people all Yosemite has to offer is evident from the moment I met him at 8 in the morning until we said good bye 6 hours later.

    It was a truly great experience and one I will treasure for year to come.
    Written 19 April 2021
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    Thank you so much for your kind words. We are so glad you had a great experience.
    Written 24 April 2021
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    ellbells
    Bromsgrove, UK39 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This guided hike was the perfect way to start our time in Yosmeite, we hiked Sentinal Dome, Taft Point, and Roosevelt Point from Glacier Point.
    The guide was knowledgeable and engaging, learning about the topography, nature and wildlife and the way of life in these parts, it was a true insight we could not have got from hiking on our own, it made us more aware when we were exploring the park on our own and shaped our own itinerary for the rest of our stay.
    Thank you for your amazing service. I would highly recommend it.
    Written 20 August 2024
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
    Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation. We strive to help visitors have the best possible experience in Yosemite National Park, and we are glad it was memorable for you.
    Written 11 September 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Anne C
    Vienna, VA23 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    June 2022 • Family
    My husband and I did this hike with our 21 year old daughter and her boyfriend. David was so knowledgeable and pleasant and turned the hike into a memorable experience for each of us. He had a wonderful way of relating to each of us. I was by far the most novice hiker with a fear of heights, and David was very encouraging and took time to teach me a lot of basics about hiking.

    The actual hike provided many scenic moments that were stunning. We had multiple views of the Vernal Falls at different heights including up to Clark’s Point as well as other waterfalls. We saw numerous climbers on Half Dome, and David passed around his binoculars for us to observe them. We had expected to feel exhausted at the end of the 6-7 miles, but we were exhilarated instead. Ask for David when booking this tour…you will not be disappointed!
    Written 20 June 2022
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    Thank you for sharing a review of your experience on our Yosemite hiking tour. We are glad you had a great hike with David.
    Written 25 July 2022
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Nick M
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    June 2023 • Family
    We were given a tour of the Yosemite Valley Loop by Dan, who was absolutely fantastic. He took us on a route that was a little off the beaten track and showed us parts of the valley that we just wouldn’t have seen had we gone on our own. Plus of course he told us plenty about the history and ecology of Yosemite that we wouldn’t have otherwise known. We took the ‘moderate’ tour which involved some uphill hiking and around five hours of walking (with breaks), but I’m pretty unfit and I coped with it fine. Thoroughly recommend YExplore - ask for Dan!
    Written 11 June 2023
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    Thank you for your positive words about your experience with YExplore and Dan in particular. We are very happy you had a memorable experience in Yosemite.
    Written 12 June 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Jennifer A
    Gainesville, FL23 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    June 2021
    I went on a private hike to North Dome with my guide, Ashley. I LOVED every second of this hike!! The scenery was beyond description. Ashley was a great guide who did a fantastic job leading and educating me along the way. Communication with Yexplore was always prompt and I received ample information prior to my hike to equip me with all I needed. I would definitely recommend this company and my guide and would love to go on a longer hike with Ashley if I ever get the opportunity to visit Yosemite again.
    Written 28 June 2021
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    We are so happy you had a wonderful experience in Yosemite National Park. Thank you so much for your feedback.
    Written 30 June 2021
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Ron
    Phoenix, AZ20 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sept 2024 • Solo
    John, our guide and owner of YExplore, guided our group up to the summit of Half Dome. John has summited over 200 times, knows the trail inside and out, and was our official cheerleader getting us up the Cables. John is the nicest guy and was an honor having him guide us up Half Dome. I will be returning next year to do more adventures with YExplore.
    Written 5 October 2024
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    Thank you so much for your kind words. It was our honor to lead you to the summit of Half Dome, and we look forward to sharing many more meaningful Yosemite adventures with you in the future.
    Written 8 October 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    mark1336
    Newcastle upon Tyne, UK10 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    July 2024 • Couples
    Booked the Glacier point hike 5-6 hours. Completed the hike in just under 5 hours. Views were stunning and we even got to see a black bear and lots of other wildlife. Ana was our guide and she was very knowledgeable and friendly. Would highly recommend.
    Written 10 August 2024
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    Thank you for sharing your kind words. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your hike with us and were able to have a unique experience seeing a bear in the wild.
    Written 16 August 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Emer
    10 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    July 2023 • Solo
    This company and the guides know what they are going and have been running this company for around 20 years. John is excellent and informs you about everything that is involved, if you’re uncertain, he will encourage you and put you at ease. I learned a lot from hiking with him. I can’t wait to return and book another trip with these guys
    Written 23 July 2023
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    Thank you so much for reviewing our services. We are happy you had a great trip and look forward to seeing you again in Yosemite.
    Written 29 August 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Melissa M
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Had a wonderful experience with John our guide. He was patient & kind. We would have absolutely gotten lost had we tried this hike alone. He gave me some great tips on hiking techniques & safety. He also taught me a few things about taking better pictures. It was worth every penny (and more) . The views from Vernal & Nevada Fall were amazing. Again, we could not have done it without their guidance. We highly recommend this tour company.
    Written 13 May 2022
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    We are so pleased you had such a wonderful experience on our Yosemite Hiking Tour. Thank you for your kind words.
    Written 27 May 2022
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    Connie B
    New York18 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    July 2021 • Couples
    Unbelievable experiences…booked 2 private guided hikes to Sentinel Dome and North Dome. Jay and Ashley were awesome! John and Catherine were so professional and helpful in setting us up with 2 amazing experiences. Highly recommend this company!
    Written 23 July 2021
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    Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We are thrilled that you had such a memorable time in Yosemite.
    Written 25 July 2021
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