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Trip Highlights:

El Capitan

Yosemite Falls

North Dome

Incredible Views

Yosemite Valley

For the hiker wanting to see it all, this Yosemite backpacking adventure offers stunning views of the park's most famous landmarks from rarely seen perspectives. Experience the adrenaline rush of peering over the sheer 3,000 foot face of El Capitan –the mecca of rock climbers around the world. Feel the mist of the roaring Yosemite Falls as you stand over the water plunging nearly 1,500 feet to the pool below making it one of the tallest free-falling waterfalls in the world. Have lunch while gazing down on the granite bubble North Dome and relax while watching the sunset on the valley from Eagle Peak. This is a bucket list backpacking trip that lets you get up close and personal with scenes most people only see on postcards in the gift shop.

Due to a record setting snowpack this winter, we anticipate late seasonal openings for the 2023 summer at higher elevations (with Tioga Road opening between July 1-15th) and modified itineraries at lower elevations and on early season trips as needed. Our online offerings have been updated to reflect this.

Be prepared for wet/muddy trails, and the possibility of stream/river crossings and/or walking on/crossing/camping on/near snow. Trekking poles will be provided. Also be prepared for added adventure as you experience Yosemite in unparalleled beauty as it comes to life after one of the wettest winter seasons on record. If seasonal access or trail conditions present issues, the tour/hike/itinerary will be modified accordingly. For more information and what to expect, see: Yosemite’s 2023 Snowpack & 2023 Summer Expectations.

Mileage & Difficulty

28 Miles

Length

5 Days

Price

$1,750

Per Person

Departure Info

4 pm
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2023 Departure Dates by Month

    May Departure Dates  

  • Sun, May 7th – Thu, May 11th
  • Sat, May 13th – Wed, May 17th
  • Sun, May 21st – Thu, May 25th
  • Sun, May 28th – Thu, Jun 1st
  • June Departure Dates  

  • Fri, Jun 9th – Tue, Jun 13th
  • Mon, Jun 19th – Fri, Jun 23rd
  • Thu, Jun 29th – Mon, Jul 3rd

    July Departure Dates  

  • Thu, Jul 6th – Mon, Jul 10th
  • Mon, Jul 10th – Fri, Jul 14th
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  • Fri, Jul 21st – Tue, Jul 25th
  • Tue, Jul 25th – Sat, Jul 29th
  • August Departure Dates  

  • Thu, Aug 3rd – Mon, Aug 7th
  • Fri, Aug 11th – Tue, Aug 15th
  • Tue, Aug 22nd – Sat, Aug 26th
  • Wed, Aug 30th – Sun, Sep 3rd

    September Departure Dates  

  • Sat, Sep 9th – Wed, Sep 13th
  • Sun, Sep 17th – Thu, Sep 21st
  • Fri, Sep 29th – Tue, Oct 3rd


All 2023 dates remain tentative until permitted 23-weeks in advance. Please remain from making travel arrangements outside of this timeline”

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Guide Service Guest, 2021
@stephenp236
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"My son and I (both tax accountants) recently enjoyed a three-day private guided backpacking trip with Last Adventures. The trip met all our expectations; we had a great time! The guide’s love of her work and knowledge of Yosemite National Park made the trip a success. She planned all the details, provided excellent gear, and made sure everything worked out as planned"
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@D8156BRjennifero
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"Lasting Adventures made my trip to Yosemite a dream vacation! It was stress-free because every detail was covered from food and transportation to clear meeting instructions and itinerary. Our guide took a hike that would have been fun and made it magical by explaining the history and ecology of the area we were hiking. He matched our pace and often let us lead. I can't say enough good things about Zachary and Lasting Adventures!”
 Yoga Retreat Guest, 2021
Yoga Retreat Guest, 2021
@MikeK746
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“I did the Yosemite yoga 3 day backcountry camping. It was amazing! I would definitely do it again. The food was great! The scenery was superb camping in high country aside a mountain lake, and the guides and yoga instructor were fantastic!!!”
 Guide Service Guest, 2021
Guide Service Guest, 2021
@cezefo
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"We were a group of 7 family members (ages 22-65 years old), and for all of us it was our first hiking/backpacking/camping experience. We all had such an amazing yet challenging experience! Our guides’ spirit, cooking, and knowledge were great!”
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Guide Service Guest, 2021
@Ambrosiaboyd
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“We backpacked with a group of 7 other people from 'Backpacker's Camp' to Mae Lake, up to Mt Hoffman, Cloud's Rest, and finally completed the trip with an amazing last day, summiting Half Dome at sunrise! It. Was. Incredible!! Our guides immediately made us feel comfortable and excited. Their passion for the wilderness, people, and their career as a guide is contagious. If you have the chance to go on a Lasting Adventures trip - please do it!”
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