4 Days Guided Yosemite Half Dome Tour

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4 Days Guided Yosemite Half Dome Tour

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Ready to turn your bucket list into a brag list? This 4-day Yosemite adventure takes you from secret swimming holes to the iconic Half Dome cables without the crowds or the chaos. We’ve got every detail covered, from wilderness permits to those elusive Half Dome spots. Just bring your personal camping gear including a tent, sleeping bag & pad, and headlamp. A full packing list will be provided after you register. With expert guides, chef-style meals, and starry skies, you’ll hike, relax, and conquer like a pro.

Trip Highlights:

-Summit the iconic Half Dome
-Trek the jaw-dropping Panorama Trail
-Swim, lounge, or sunbathe by the Merced River
-Stand on top of the world at Clouds Rest
-Slide into adventure at a hidden granite waterslide

We’ve secured your hard-to-get permits. This is the easiest and most epic way to conquer Half Dome.

Activity location

Illilouette Creek
- California, California, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

Mono Meadows Trailhead
- Glacier Point Road
- 95389, TUOLUMNE MEADOWS, California, United States

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4 Days Guided Yosemite Half Dome Tour

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Language options: English

Starting time: 11:00

Price details

€961.62 x 1 Adult€961.62

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What's included, what's not

We believe delicious food belongs in the backcountry too. Expect hearty breakfasts and dinners and some supplemental trail snacks designed to keep you fuelled. We accommodate most dietary restrictions.
Entrance reservations, wilderness permits, and Half Dome cable permits included
Group gear: water filters, stoves and other cooking equipment, bear tins (when applicable), and first-aid kit. Emergency satellite messaging to stay connected when it matters most.
A knowledgeable, adventurous, Wilderness First Responder guide to handle all logistics
Park entrance fees are not included - $35 per vehicle, regardless of how many occupants, paid (credit card only) at the gates to the park
Guide service charge are not included nor required. Should you choose to tip your guides, typical standard is 10-20% of the trip cost.
You will need to provide your own personal gear like tent, sleeping bag, headlamp, etc.
Additional National Park Entrance Fee (Non-U.S. Residents Only) USD 100.00 per person

Know before you book

Service animals allowed
Public transport options are available nearby
Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
Travellers should have a high level of physical fitness
Please Note: National Park fees may apply for international visitors. If applicable, this fee is collected in-destination and not at the time of booking.
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Meet at Mono Meadows Trailhead

1 stop
Meals: snacks
Accommodation: You'll set up camp near a scenic meadow that's perfect for stargazing, take a refreshing dip in the creek

Illilouette Creek

You'll meet your guides at the Mono Meadows Trailhead off Glacier Point Road, where you'll kick things off with gear checks and introductions before hitting the trail. The first day is designed to be easy, giving you a chance to ease into the adventure and find your trail legs. As you hike just over 3 miles with a gentle 290 feet of elevation gain, the alpine trail winds through wildflower-dotted meadows and alongside crystal-clear creeks. You'll set up camp near a scenic meadow that's perfect for stargazing, take a refreshing dip in the creek, and cap off the day with a freshly cooked backcountry gourmet dinner.

Day 2: Half Dome Summit Day

1 stop
Meals: breakfast, snacks
Accommodation: Little Yosemite Valley (LYV) will be our campsite for the remainder of the tour. Pit toilets are available in LYV.

Half Dome

15h
Admission ticket included

We'll start the day with breakfast, then head out for our next camp at Little Yosemite Valley. The hike to camp covers 5.1 miles with 1,110 feet of elevation gain, giving you a solid but manageable challenge. Once we arrive, you'll set up camp and have time to relax, nap, or take a refreshing dip in the Merced River. It's the perfect way to recharge before the big afternoon adventure. With day packs in tow, we’ll set off for the summit of Half Dome. Our expert guides come equipped with trail wisdom, crowd-dodging tricks, and insider know-how that transforms this from just another hike into a legendary bucket list experience. The summit trek is 7 miles return with 3,000 feet of elevation gain. Big views, big climbs, big bragging rights.

Day 3: Clouds Rest and hidden plunge pools

2 stops
Meals: breakfast, snacks
Accommodation: This will be our last night camping in Little Yosemite Valley.

Cloud's Rest

Start the day with a delicious breakfast prepared by your private backcountry chefs, the perfect fuel for the adventure ahead. After eating, you'll head out for the summit of Clouds Rest, one of Yosemite's most breathtaking viewpoints. Along the way, soak in sweeping 360-degree views of high alpine peaks, Tenaya Canyon, Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, and Tuolumne. The hike covers roughly 10 miles with 4,000 feet of elevation gain.

Little Yosemite Valley

Once back at camp, you’ll have the option to wind down with an easy stroll to a hidden swimming hole—complete with its own natural waterslide for a little splash of fun.

Day 4: Back to the trailhead

2 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Not included

Nevada Falls Loop

We'll enjoy our last breakfast together before breaking down camp and making our way down to Nevada Falls. Take a moment to admire the magnificent view from the top of the falls before continuing along the Panorama Trail.

Panorama Trail

We'll hike along the Panorama Trail, soaking in the scenery one final time. As we arrive back at the trailhead, legs will be tired, spirits will be high, and you'll probably already be dreaming about your next escape into the wild. The final trek covers 8.6 miles with 2,600 feet of elevation gain.

Location

Activity location

Illilouette Creek
- California, California, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

Mono Meadows Trailhead
- Glacier Point Road
- 95389, TUOLUMNE MEADOWS, California, United States

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