Top Activities on the Ground in Yosemite National Park

Explore the stunning trails of Yosemite National Park on this guided hiking excursion. Select a specific hike for your skill level, with options ranging from beginner to strenuous, and enjoy the views from Glacier Point, Sentinel Dome, El Capitan, Half Dome and more. Immerse yourself in the natural wonders of this renowned landscape as you hike in the fresh air. An experienced guide will provide insightful commentary along the way.

Walk to soaring cliffs and alpine meadows on a private, guided hiking tour of Yosemite National Park. Tailor this 5- or 6-hour trip to your interests and ability, then find your perfect trail into the wilderness. Learn about the history and ecology of the High Sierra as you walk alongside your guide, and find uncrowded paths in the heart of the park. Enjoy a backcountry picnic and discover stunning views of the Yosemite Valley or High Country, or challenge yourself to take on a longer hike with more elevation gain.

Experience the monumental scenery of Yosemite on a guided, half-day hike designed especially for families. Choose from a beginning or moderate hike to suit your family’s experience level, and embark on a series of trails that wind through the famous natural attractions of either Yosemite Valley or the High Country. Enjoy spectacular views of one of America’s favorite national parks, and stop for a scenic picnic near a stream, lake or meadow.

Spend the day immersed in nature on a full-day hiking tour of Yosemite National Park. See the dramatic slopes of Half Dome and North Dome, experience the force of Yosemite Falls, and hike a variety trails to see Mirror Lake, and Spider Caves. Opt for a tour of an old Pioneer village and cemetery if you want. Guides carry water purification and first aid equipment and all profits form this tour support Yosemite youth summer camp programs.

See what Yosemite has to offer on this packed private sightseeing hike and tour. You’ll get an overview of Yosemite in one day, from Giant Sequoias to Glacier Point and Bridalveil Falls. Stop for hikes, photo ops of iconic landmarks, and swims underneath waterfalls. You’ll hike between 2-6 miles (3.2-6.7 kilometers) with the activity level adjusted based on the preferences of your group.

Get acquainted with the landmarks and highlights of Yosemite National Park during this 9-hour day tour from Fresno or Oakhurst. Travel into the Yosemite Valley through the Southgate, then spend the day viewing and photographing some of the valley's best features such as Bridalveil Falls, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls and Yosemite’s high country.  Hike down the 4-Mile Trail (during the spring to fall) or choose to remain on the bus. Lunch will be provided and can be eaten along the trail. National Park entrance fees included.

Skip the impersonal, large-group bus tours on this full-day trip to Yosemite National Park, with lunch and round-trip transport included. In addition to navigating the park’s vast size for you, your guide provides stories and facts often unheard by visitors. Options for the day’s itinerary include a short hike, sweeping views of El Capitan, and a drive along the Merced River.

Explore Yosemite National Park on a private tour in a 4X4 Hummer. Create your own itinerary with options to get out and hike, or stay in the Hummer for a scenic ride. Stop for a picnic lunch, and learn how John Muir convinced President Roosevelt to create the park during a 3-night camping trip. End the tour with a visit to The Pioneer Village History Center. This tour is ideal for visitors looking for an exclusive experience away from crowds.

Go off–roading in a Jeep to explore a Giant Sequoia forest near the south entrance to Yosemite National Park. Enjoy a fun 40-minute ride into the forest, followed by an easy hike through the trees. This 2-hour tour from Fish Camp provides both 4WD thrills and a great opportunity to see California's massive trees up close.

There’s only one way to get away from the crowds in Yosemite: backcountry adventures. On this epic four-day tour, meet your expert guide in Half Dome Village, and set out to see the park in its true majesty. Spend your days exploring spots like Happy Isles and Sunrise Lake, break for excellent camp meals cooked by your guide, and take the hike of a lifetime—climbing up Half Dome.

If you’re looking for a truly memorable Yosemite backpacking experience, this is it. Over five days, you’ll hike in the high country of the beloved John Muir Trail, snaking between high alpine lakes, rugged peaks, cascading waterfalls, and lush valleys—and up to the summit of Half Dome. With a trained guide providing tips, tricks, and five-star meals, your backpacking trip will be a stress-free-yet-daring adventure.

You’ll truly get away from the crowds with this backpacking tour through the northern, quieter portion of Yosemite National Park. Perhaps the wildest section of the Sierra Nevada, you’ll follow your guide—who handles all your meals—to backcountry lakes, around gorgeous alpine peaks, across lush canyons and old-growth forests, along the PCT, and camp beside the famous Tuolumne River. Forget worrying about permits and details, and get straight into the wild.

Hike through Yosemite National Park and to Half Dome without the risk of getting lost on this four-day small-group guided tour. Fit, active travelers will enjoy the challenge of hiking and camping in this beautiful landscape. Final routes are dependent on conditions and availability but there’s the option to ascend Half Dome, a rewarding challenge. Hike with confidence knowing you’ll be supported along the way.

If you're intimidated by the idea of a backcountry trip, book this less-strenuous five-day Yosemite adventure. You'll experience the park's spectacular landscapes, from steep mountains to clear lakes and alpine meadows, by camping, swimming, hiking, and relaxing as the sun goes down. Ideal for first-time backpackers, gear is provided and your guides do all the cooking.

This backpacking adventure offers all of Yosemite’s iconic scenes without the crowds, going deeper into Mother Nature. With your guide at the helm (and cooking your meals!), spend five days weaving from the roaring Yosemite Falls to the face of El Capitan to catching sunset off Half Dome. This trip packs in a challenging adrenaline rush—with postcard-ready rewards every step of the way.

Go fly fishing in Yosemite with your own private guide on a full-day tour from Yosemite Valley or Groveland. Fish the Tuolumne and Merced River watersheds for rainbow, brown, brook and golden trout on a catch and release excursion that includes all fly fishing gear, transportation, and entrance fees. Your guide knows the Yosemite Valley region’s fishing spots and provides a quality fishing trip for both experienced and novice anglers.

Our Classic Camping/Hiking Adventure is a traditional way of visiting Yosemite without the “roughing-it” experience of a backpacking trip. We will shuttle out daily from our campsite, with daypacks and lunch in hand, to our selected hiking destinations. As the #1 guide service in Yosemite, our tours highlight a variety of iconic and popular features throughout the park as well as some of the lesser known gems. We will hike to the top of giant waterfalls, along glacially polished granite, through alpine meadows full of wildflowers, and past giant sequoia trees. We will stand atop granite domes and reach the top of a major summit. Along the way, your professional and knowledgeable guide will share the history of Yosemite as well as information about the geology, natural history, plants, and animals of the area. As the calendar is confusing, our 2022 dates are: 6/6 - 6/10 7/4 - 7/8 8/2 - 8/6 8/13 - 8/17 8/30 - 9/3 9/9 - 9/13

Experience all of Yosemite Valley's most iconic landmarks and vistas, including the Yosemite Falls, the tallest waterfall in North America, Tunnel View, Half Dome, El Capitan, and more on this fun and informative naturalist tour! Points of Interest: Yosemite Falls, Ribbon Falls, Bridalveil Falls, Horsetail Falls, Staircase Falls, Sentinel Falls, Tamarack Falls, The Cascades, Half Dome, El Capitan and Tunnel View.

Discover the stunning winter scenery of Yosemite National Park on a guided snowshoe hike that goes deep into the frozen landscape. Embark on a beginner trail or take on an extended option for this 4- or 6- hour adventure, and watch for the tracks that deer, coyote, bobcats and bears leave in the pristine snow. See the Yosemite Valley or the High Country, take in views of soaring rocks with an icy glaze, and experience the remarkable tranquility of this park’s quietest season.

Capture unforgettable images of Yosemite National Park with a 4-hour photography lesson for beginners or advanced photographers. Bring your camera and learn new techniques from an expert instructor, and watch the afternoon light transform the soaring cliffs, alpine rivers and high meadows of this remarkable landscape. Set up at a series of shooting locations that include iconic views and lesser-known sites as you follow in the footsteps of Ansel Adams, Carlton Watkins and Edward Weston in California’s most iconic national park.

While Yosemite is at its most popular during the warm summer months, the beloved National Park is equally in the winter months, with fewer crowds and beautiful snowfall on many of the valley's surrounding peaks. With this customizable winter tour, you'll get to experience Yosemite in a way that interests you, with a wide option of activities running from hikes to museum tours.

Explore Yosemite’s Tuolumne Meadows on a full-day outdoor adventure. Meet your guide in the morning to customize your plan for the day. Opt for an easy hike to the top of Lembert Dome, visit Dog Lake, and see Soda Springs. Your guide is well prepared with water purification equipment, first aid kits, and other necessities. Bring snacks, water, and lunch for a picnic break, and feel good knowing that profits form the tour support Yosemite youth summer programs.

Enjoy a private, guided, catch and release, fly fishing adventure for rainbow, brown, brook and golden trout in the Tuolumne and Merced River watersheds with one of our local, experienced member guides. We provide everything you need to enjoy fly fishing included transportation, equipment and entrance fees and more! This amazing adventure is spent above 8000 feet in Yosemite's pristine high country. Perfect for the adventurous angler, we'll take you far away from the crowds for a classic fly fishing experience on untouched, high alpine lakes and streams in search of wild trout and unprecedented views of Yosemite's tallest peaks.

From hiking to rafting, there’s a lot to do in the Yosemite National Park. Enjoy some downtime during your visit to this iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site with a relaxed day of fly fishing; clear your mind and spend a day casting lures into the water. If you’re new to fly fishing, this tour is for you; starting with knot tying and reading the water, this tour sees you chasing rainbow, brown, brook and golden trout in no time.