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The Evolution of Yosemite: 3-Hour Walking Tour
$250
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Overview
The Evolution of Yosemite offers an immersive 3-hour walking tour filled with stunning landscapes and rich history. Led by a knowledgeable naturalist guide, this tour reveals Yosemite’s geological and cultural treasures over 15,000 years.
- 🌲 Meet your guide at the trailhead and engage in the fun “Forest Forensics” nature game to connect with fellow travelers and learn to read nature’s clues.
- 🏞️ Discover the fascinating formation of Half Dome, including native legends and tales of resilience tied to this iconic granite cliff.
- 🌼 Step into Cooks Meadow Loop, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of granite walls and the soothing sounds of cascading waterfalls.
- 🦌 Learn about the valley floor’s critical role as a life support system for wildlife and native peoples, making it a top attraction for visitors today.
- 💧 Get up close to Yosemite Falls, the tallest waterfall in North America, and uncover the mysteries behind its majestic beauty.
- 🌊 Walk to the base of Lower Yosemite Fall and feel the powerful roar of the water while learning a fun optical illusion to play with your group.
- 📖 Hear captivating tales of forgotten heroes, bold outlaws, and native legends as you return to the starting point with a deep connection to Yosemite.
- 🧗♂️ Trekking poles and an expert local guide are included for your comfort and convenience throughout the tour.
- 👧 A kids scavenger hunt is available upon request to keep younger adventurers engaged and entertained.
- 🚗 Additional National Park Entrance Fee of $100.00 per person for non-U.S. residents and $35 per vehicle for park entrance fees.
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The Evolution of Yosemite: 3-Hour Walking Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours
- Trekking Poles
- Expert local guide
- Kids scavenger hunt (upon request)
- Vehicle reservation permit
- Additional National Park Entrance Fee (Non-U.S. Residents Only) USD 100.00 per person
- Park Entrance Fees - $35 (per vehicle)
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
- Food and drinks
Meeting point
You will meet your guide by the steps in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center
Return details
You will meet your guide by the steps in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center
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Yosemite ValleyAfter meeting your guide at the trailhead, we’ll break the ice with our signature “Forest Forensics” nature game, which will have you connecting with other travelers and reading nature’s clues like an expert naturalist.
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Half DomeLearn the fascinating story of how Half Dome was forged millions of years ago and miles beneath the earth. Recount the native legends of these massive granite cliffs. Stories of bravery, persistence, and the heroic tale of one of nature's smallest, and most unlikely creatures.
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Cooks Meadow LoopStep into one of Yosemite’s most iconic meadows, with sweeping views of granite walls and the sound of the waterfall roaring in the background. Learn to read the grass, tracks, and tree line to see why this valley floor is a life support system for wildlife and native people, and a top attraction for today’s visitors. The perfect spot to stop and take those epic Yosemite photos.
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Yosemite FallsThe longer you stare at Yosemite Falls, the more you realize something is not quite right with this majestic waterfall. Learn how to read nature's clues, and become a bona fide nature detective, as you unravel the mystery of the tallest waterfall in North America
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Lower Yosemite Fall TrailWalk right up to the base of the tallest waterfall in North America. Feel its powerful roar, and learn a fun optical illusion your group can play with the rushing water.
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Yosemite ValleyAfter hearing tales of forgotten heroes, bold outlaws, and native legends, you will arrive back where you started with a deep connection to Yosemite that will stay with you long after returning home.
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The Evolution of Yosemite: 3-Hour Walking Tour
$250
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!