Yosemite Yoga Retreat

Where Yosemite Adventures Meet Yoga

Yosemite National Park

Trip Highlights:

Certified Yoga Instructor

Serene Atmosphere

Relax and Unwind

Yosemite High Country

Lakes, Rivers, and/or Streams

3 Yoga Sessions

It doesn’t get much better than yoga in Yosemite! Let the stunning Sierra high country be your classroom for this three-day Yosemite yoga retreat! In this combination entry-level backpacking tour / focused yoga escape, our experienced guides lead the way as you explore the lesser-known gems of the Yosemite backcountry, while certified, professional yoga instructors help you reconnect with the less-explored realms of your body and mind. Former participants attest that our Yosemite Yoga experience is an enriching opportunity to challenge oneself physically, mentally, and emotionally. Enraptured in the stunning wilderness of our backcountry studio, participants are encouraged to delve into the most healing realms of their bodies, while letting their conscious minds wander among the majestic woods. All combined, our goal is to create an unforgettable and rejuvenating experience for all participants!

Mileage & Difficulty

7 Miles

Moderate

Length

3 Days

Price

$1475

Per Person

Departure Info

Tuolumne Meadows Store

12 p.m.

Check Availability (Women's)

Check Availability (Co-Ed)

48-Hour Risk-Free Booking

You will receive a full refund if you cancel within 48 hours of the original booking date.

Lifetime Credit Policy

Book with confidence knowing you can cancel for any reason up to 30 days before your trip date and receive a transferable lifetime credit that is good for use on any of our programs.

Free Date Changes

Not sure if your current trip dates work? Rest assured, you can change your trip date as many times as needed, provided you do so at least 30 days before the current and new trip dates.

Looking for something a bit longer? Lasting Adventures is partnering with the

Himalayan Institute on a 7-day Yoga & Backpacking Adventure in Yosemite National Park.

Yosemite Reservations: Participation in Lasting Adventures programs, trips, and/or tours includes entry during any time period when reservations are needed to enter Yosemite.

2026 Departure Dates by Month

Co-Ed Retreat Dates

Women’s Exclusive Retreat Dates

All dates remain tentative until permitted 23-24 weeks in advance. Please refrain from making travel arrangements outside of this timeline. We will contact you if we are unsuccessful in obtaining your dates. Feel free to contact us if you would like to confirm.

Yosemite Yoga Retreat

This is a sample itinerary only.

Day 1

Meet your guide and the yoga instructor at noon at the Tuolumne Meadows Store, located off Tioga Road (Hwy 120) in Yosemite. Participants greet each other and pack up in the parking lot before relocating and hiking 3.2 moderate miles to May Lake. May Lake is a breathtakingly beautiful High Sierra lake at 9,329’, and one of the largest lakes by area in Yosemite National Park.

The designated backpacker’s campsites along the south shore of the lake will be your basecamp for the weekend, in close proximity of seasonally operating flush toilets and a fresh-water tap! After enjoying a swim, snacks, water, some relaxation, and of course, a regenerative yoga session on the shores of May Lake, the guides will cook you a delicious dinner and take you to one of the best sunset spots in Yosemite, with panoramic views of the Sierra Nevada mountain range.

Today’s Mileage/Elevation: 3.2 mi / +1185′, -11′

Day 2

After a delicious and healthy breakfast prepared by your guide, we hit the trail for a 1.6-mile, 1,350-foot climb to the peak of Mount Hoffman (with lighter daypacks, not full backpacks). This short but challenging ascent is certainly one to write home about—it is the geographical center of the Yosemite National Park, and provides a 360-degree perspective of the entire park! With awe-inspiring views of Half Dome, Cloud’s Rest, the Clark Range, the Cathedral Range, and Tuolumne’s surrounding high country, it’s easy to understand why this was John Muir’s favorite viewpoint. Once on top, your instructor is likely to take advantage of the flat granite and stunning view with a yoga session at the summit!

After we’ve had our fill of Mount Hoffman, the group hits the downhill trail back to May Lake to spend the evening relaxing with a restorative yoga session, followed by a delicious dinner and an even better sunset!

Today’s Mileage/Elevation: 3.2 mi / +1535′, -1535′

Day 3

On Day 3 we rise with the sun as it reflects off of May Lake, delivering an awe-inspiring light show like no other. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife, as the many amazing creatures of the Sierra also rise to admire the view! After waking up to the colors of the sky, the day kicks off with a final yoga session at camp, then breakfast with hot beverages, before we hike back to the trailhead to say our goodbyes. We aim to be finished with this hike between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Today’s Mileage/Elevation: 3.2 mi / +11′, -1185′

Other Itinerary Information: The May Lake Yoga trip is your chance to practice yoga among Yosemite’s high alpine lakes, wildlife, scenery, and summits!

Our trips are all-inclusive. We provide all meals, and we can provide high-quality gear, including Gregory backpacks, Big Agnes tents, sleeping bags and pads, LEKI trekking poles, and eating gear, free of charge. Group gear, including all kitchen supplies, first aid, and water purification, is also included. See the Guide Service Backpacking Equipment List for more information.
See our Frequently Asked Questions, Yosemite Transportation Options, and/or Yosemite Lodging Options.
Parking will be available adjacent to the first day’s meeting location.
All trips include the required permits and are pending permit availability, which we gain 23-24 weeks in advance. Please refrain from making travel arrangements until we have confirmed dates. If we cannot acquire permits for this exact itinerary on your chosen dates, you will be contacted with options to choose different dates and/or cancel/refund.
Should weather, fire, and/or delayed seasonal openings affect the chosen itinerary, a different itinerary will be offered. Lasting Adventures is recognized for its commitment to safety and risk management. In this regard, the summit of peaks will not be attempted when clouds are in close proximity.
Should reservations be necessary to enter Yosemite, your booking confirmation with us will serve as your entry reservation for the days booked with us. This should not be confused with entry fees, which still may be required.

Yoga mats are provided for each guest. You are welcome to bring your own.

Your participation helps sustain our non-profit mission of supporting youth, families, and disadvantaged communities with positive experiences in America’s National Parks and natural spaces.

REQUIRED FORMS

In addition to full payment, the final acceptance of any participant is subject to receipt and review of all Required Forms. For overnight adventures, you will find these forms attached to your confirmation email once you register online, and must be filled out by each member of your party as soon as possible.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

For your protection and ours, we strongly recommend purchasing Travel Insurance, which can provide coverage for trip cancellation/interruption, travel delay, medical expenses, emergency assistance, airfare, and baggage loss/delay to protect your financial investment. We recommend those with “cancel for any reason” clauses included. See reviews of some of the best Cancel For Any Reason Travel Insurance Options presented by Forbes or Squaremouth. Other good student options include InsureMyTrip and Allianz Travel Insurance for Students.

Travel Insurance is the easiest and best way to protect yourself and our smaller non-profit organization against last-minute cancellations. We are happy to provide timely and accurate documentation for any insurance claim related to our trips when requested. Please keep in mind that when canceling a reservation, you must first contact the company that made your reservation with us.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

Full payment is preferred for all backpacking trips. During check-out, you may pay a 50% deposit at the time of booking and the remaining 50% at least 30 days from departure. If you choose this option, you can either complete payment on your own using the self-service link in the confirmation email or you will be billed automatically at or shortly after the 30-day interval for the remaining amount. Any new multi-day booking made within 45 days of the start date must be paid in full. Feel free to contact us directly to set up any other payment plan.

When registering online, expect to pay a booking fee of 3.0% (capped at $30) and a processing fee of 2.7% (no cap). These fees can be avoided when paying by check and are non-refundable. For detailed information, see our Payment Options page.

CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICIES

Lasting Adventures reserves the right to cancel trips. If a trip is canceled due to circumstances beyond our control, a credit equal to the total amount paid will be issued. Lasting Adventures is not responsible for additional expenses incurred while preparing for the trip.

The following cancellation policy is only for trips booked directly through our official website, lastingadventures.com. If you have booked via a third-party website (such as TripAdvisor/Viator, BookYogaRetreats.com, or 57Hours), the policy below does not apply, and you are held to the third-party’s cancellation policy.

Multi-Day Adventures Cancellation Policy

More than 90 days before the start date, we will grant a full refund minus a 2.7% processing fee for credit card transactions.
Between 90 and 61 days before the start date, we will grant a full refund minus $50/person and a 2.7% processing fee for credit card transactions.
Between 60 and 46 days before the start date, we will retain 25% of the total trip cost. You may also take a non-refundable credit of the total value paid.
Between 45 and 31 days before the start date, we will retain 50% of the total trip cost. You may also take a non-refundable credit of the total value paid.
Less than 31 days before the start date, or once the trip has begun, no refunds or credits will be issued.

48-Hour Risk-Free Cancellation Policy

Any reservation can be canceled within 48 hours of the initial booking, and we will issue a full refund, minus a 2.7% processing fee for credit card transactions. After 48 hours, our standard terms and conditions apply. To cancel, please email us at staff@lastingadventures.org or leave a voicemail at 800-513-8651. This policy does not apply if the trip is booked within 96 hours of the initial booking.

Fire/Smoke Cancellation Policy

Fire/smoke cancellations are considered circumstances beyond our control. If your chosen travel insurance does not cover fire/smoke cancellations, a credit equal to the total amount paid will be issued. If we cancel during your adventure with us, we will issue a non-refundable credit equal to the amount for the days not used. In both cases, these credits will be lifetime/transferable but non-refundable.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

Departing from a Trip: Once a participant has joined a trip and the trip has begun, no refunds or credits will be issued, regardless of the reason for departure. Costs associated with assisting a participant with evacuating from the wilderness will be passed on to the participant. Travel Insurance is strongly recommended.

Minimum Participants: Our Guide Service multi-day trips require a minimum of three people.

If we fall short on these minimums, we will reach out to you 30 days before your scheduled start date with options that may include switching to another trip/date and/or a surcharge.

Infectious Illness Policy: Any participant on any program/trip who exhibits any signs or symptoms of a potential infectious illness will not be allowed to participate, and no refund or credits will be given. Many forms of Travel Insurance cover these circumstances. We ask that you screen yourself and/or your child before participating and contact us to cancel if you or your child shows any signs of illness. Health screenings can be expected in all youth programs.

Half Dome & Other Summits: Reaching the top of a summit, such as Half Dome, is risky and can be made even more dangerous by inclement weather. While we aim to get everyone to the top, summiting is not guaranteed. Lightning and rain can be deadly on exposed summits, and our experienced guides may have to call off a summit bid if the weather is unfavorable. You will not be allowed to summit with a Lasting Adventures permit if the experienced guide decides the conditions are not favorable.

Booking a trip before permits have been confirmed: All Lasting Adventures trips require permits and/or campsites obtained in advance at specific intervals, depending on the particular park. If you book a trip before these permits and/or campsites are obtained, and for any reason we are unable to gain the necessary permits and/or campsites, we will then work with you to select alternative dates or trips. A cancellation and full refund will always be the final option.

TRIP CHANGE/CREDIT POLICY

Once you book a trip with Lasting Adventures, the value you paid is valid toward switching to another trip in the current or upcoming year, pending available spaces on the new trip. Changes to your booking and conversion to credit must occur more than 30 days before your original start date, as well as 30 days before the trip you would like to switch to. Changes within 30 days are subject to fees. Once changed to a lifetime/transferable credit, credits are non-refundable and are a dollar-for-dollar value.

TRADITIONAL BACKPACKING

Lasting Adventures runs “traditional backpacking” trips. This is done without using porters, stock, or other outside assistance. For this trip, you will be expected to carry your personal gear, a share of the group gear, and food in a backpack. The weight is expected to be 30-50 lb., no more than ⅓ of your body weight.

As needed, participants should talk about their ability to fully participate in a backpacking trip with their doctor, including (but not limited to) carrying heavy loads over long distances and on strenuous, uneven terrain. The levels of difficulty listed on our website are relative and in no way constitute an objective declaration of difficulty. A regular physical exercise program is recommended before going on your adventure.

TRIP ITINERARIES

All trips are subject to itinerary changes for various reasons, including, but not limited to, permitting, weather, forest fires, park or public land closures, and/or road closures. In most situations, we will offer an alternative itinerary of equal value and quality or a credit equal to the total amount paid through the end of the following season. Payments are non-refundable for itinerary changes. If a trip is canceled before its start date due to circumstances beyond our control, a credit equal to the total amount paid will be issued.

STAFF SCHEDULES

Due to the nature of backpacking, our guides work long hours. To provide the best possible experience for our guests and guides, we limit our guides’ daily hours to 15. Guides will not be required to be available from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. unless the group agrees to a different period before this standard break. This varies with our summer camp programs, where outdoor educators are always available as needed.

During time off, our guides will be available for emergencies, but should be allowed to rest and not be considered available for other purposes outside of working hours. Please don’t ask guides for non-time-sensitive assistance during this period. Our guides are also entitled to take 10-minute breaks every four hours and 30-minute meal breaks every 5 hours, between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. We appreciate your cooperation with these scheduling requirements.

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What Our Clients Say

					Yosemite Yoga Retreat A couple friends and I booked the Yosemite yoga retreat with Lasting Adventures. It was an absolutely amazing experience with plenty of exhilarating hikes, breathtaking views, and refreshing yoga classes. Zuzanna was a fantastic guide and made it a truly fun and rewarding experience.
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8/16/2025
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Climber15588213691
8/16/2025

						Yosemite Yoga Retreat A couple friends and I booked the Yosemite yoga retreat with Lasting Adventures. It was an absolutely amazing experience with plenty of exhilarating hikes, breathtaking views, and refreshing yoga classes. Zuzanna was a fantastic guide and made it a truly fun and rewarding experience.
					
					The entire trip was excellent! I had never done yoga before and Zuzanna was incredibly helpful in teaching me how to get into it! I can't say enough about the experience it was well worth the cost and would recommend it to anyone!
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Mike B.
8/14/2025
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Mike B.
8/14/2025

						The entire trip was excellent! I had never done yoga before and Zuzanna was incredibly helpful in teaching me how to get into it! I can't say enough about the experience it was well worth the cost and would recommend it to anyone!
					
					What can I possibly say to express how perfect our 7 day backpacking trip was with Zuzanna as a guide. Lasting Adventures planned out the perfect itinerary into the high country of Yosemite National Park and Zuzanna skillfully, masterfully, and expertly led the way. We had amazing vegetarian meals with FRESH food that kept us going with heavy packs along challenging trails. We saw and literally lived among the most amazing landscapes that Yosemite has to offer. If you are thinking about a Lasting Adventures trip don't hesitate - GO FOR IT! Thanks Zuzanna and the entire Lasting Adventures crew for making my trip to Yosemite so much more than I could have imagined!
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Carol D.
7/07/2025
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Carol D.
7/07/2025

						What can I possibly say to express how perfect our 7 day backpacking trip was with Zuzanna as a guide. Lasting Adventures planned out the perfect itinerary into the high country of Yosemite National Park and Zuzanna skillfully, masterfully, and expertly led the way. We had amazing vegetarian meals with FRESH food that kept us going with heavy packs along challenging trails. We saw and literally lived among the most amazing landscapes that Yosemite has to offer. If you are thinking about a Lasting Adventures trip don't hesitate - GO FOR IT! Thanks Zuzanna and the entire Lasting Adventures crew for making my trip to Yosemite so much more than I could have imagined!
					
					Yosemite High Country ZUZANNA Is an excellent guide and she showed us the high country in Yosemite Park. We learned about backpacking gear, endurance, friendship and the beauty and joy of being in the wilderness. I am now inspired to seek out more of my adventures in nature and to keep on trucking. Ty for the adventure LA and ZUZANNA.
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ANITA D.
7/05/2025
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ANITA D.
7/05/2025

						Yosemite High Country ZUZANNA Is an excellent guide and she showed us the high country in Yosemite Park. We learned about backpacking gear, endurance, friendship and the beauty and joy of being in the wilderness. I am now inspired to seek out more of my adventures in nature and to keep on trucking. Ty for the adventure LA and ZUZANNA.
					
					Maddie and Britta were amazing, and our trip was life-changing. I have already encouraged several of my friends and colleagues to book a trip with you.
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Emily C.
9/14/2022
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Emily C.
9/14/2022

						Maddie and Britta were amazing, and our trip was life-changing. I have already encouraged several of my friends and colleagues to book a trip with you.
					
					Amazing Experience - Backpacking and Yoga in Yosemite! I did the 3-day women's backpacking and yoga trip. It was fantastic. From the sign-up to communicating with Scott and the team at Lasting Adventures, the pre-planning was really helpful. They were very prompt in responding and addressed all of my questions, including how they monitor wildfires in the area, which sadly, has become a frequent occurrence.The day before my trip, my guide, Bella, contacted me and she immediately made me feel comfortable about the upcoming adventure. I am new to backpacking and was both excited and nervous. On the first day of our journey, we were given great advice on packing our backpacks and how to adjust them. Britta, our yoga instructor, is also an experienced backpacker and she and Bella make an incredible team!! We had a beautiful, 4-mile hike to camp -- our permit was in the Yosemite Creek area. Bella was so efficient in getting us water and preparing a delicious tofu stir-fry dinner. She is so calm as is Britta. Every meal Bella made was gourmet, nutritious and tasty. Britta kept reminding us to remain in the present. Both of them have extensive knowledge of the land and I was so impressed with their ability to remain steady and focused. I learned so much from them and they are lovely people.I recommend Lasting Adventures and wish they did more backpacking trips in other areas of California. I am still soaking up the memories of my trip.
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hellohowareyou
7/26/2022
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hellohowareyou
7/26/2022

						Amazing Experience - Backpacking and Yoga in Yosemite! I did the 3-day women's backpacking and yoga trip. It was fantastic. From the sign-up to communicating with Scott and the team at Lasting Adventures, the pre-planning was really helpful. They were very prompt in responding and addressed all of my questions, including how they monitor wildfires in the area, which sadly, has become a frequent occurrence.The day before my trip, my guide, Bella, contacted me and she immediately made me feel comfortable about the upcoming adventure. I am new to backpacking and was both excited and nervous. On the first day of our journey, we were given great advice on packing our backpacks and how to adjust them. Britta, our yoga instructor, is also an experienced backpacker and she and Bella make an incredible team!! We had a beautiful, 4-mile hike to camp -- our permit was in the Yosemite Creek area. Bella was so efficient in getting us water and preparing a delicious tofu stir-fry dinner. She is so calm as is Britta. Every meal Bella made was gourmet, nutritious and tasty. Britta kept reminding us to remain in the present. Both of them have extensive knowledge of the land and I was so impressed with their ability to remain steady and focused. I learned so much from them and they are lovely people.I recommend Lasting Adventures and wish they did more backpacking trips in other areas of California. I am still soaking up the memories of my trip.
					
					Incredible adventure with the most amazing guide, Maddie! She was patient, informative, helpful and a blast to be with from start to finish. Maddie made our time together one we will never forget. I highly recommend considering Lasting Adventures for your next adventure. This is the first off the grid experience for me and I was truly blown away!
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Crystal D.
6/29/2022
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Crystal D.
6/29/2022

						Incredible adventure with the most amazing guide, Maddie! She was patient, informative, helpful and a blast to be with from start to finish. Maddie made our time together one we will never forget. I highly recommend considering Lasting Adventures for your next adventure. This is the first off the grid experience for me and I was truly blown away!
					
					Amazing First Hiking-Camping Experience We were a group of 7 family members (ages 22-65 years old), for all of us was our first hiking/backpacking/camping experience. We all have such an amazing yet challenging experience, it was really worthy! Thank you so much to our guides Nicole and Jack for your cheers, your spirit, your cooking, your yoga time, your knowledge and for doing this family trip so great! We really enjoy it!!
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ceciliazf
9/26/2021
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ceciliazf
9/26/2021

						Amazing First Hiking-Camping Experience We were a group of 7 family members (ages 22-65 years old), for all of us was our first hiking/backpacking/camping experience. We all have such an amazing yet challenging experience, it was really worthy! Thank you so much to our guides Nicole and Jack for your cheers, your spirit, your cooking, your yoga time, your knowledge and for doing this family trip so great! We really enjoy it!!
					
					Yoga in Yosemite 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!!!
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Tess K.
9/26/2021
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Tess K.
9/26/2021

						Yoga in Yosemite 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!!!
					
					I went on the 3-day yoga retreat in Yosemite Park. Our guides Britta, Felicity and Halle were extraordinary in every way imaginable and they nurtured our bodies, minds and souls. Because we had clear weather ahead of us, they encouraged us to leave the weight of the tents behind us and sleep out under the stars, which made for wonderful nights of star gazing. In the morning they brought coffee right to us in our sleeping bags, and the meals throughout the day were delicious and healthy. We had yoga throughout the day, including a cold water practice in Ostrander Lake, with the rugged mountains before us. This experience will be a treasured memory.
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Eileen F.
9/10/2021
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Eileen F.
9/10/2021

						I went on the 3-day yoga retreat in Yosemite Park. Our guides Britta, Felicity and Halle were extraordinary in every way imaginable and they nurtured our bodies, minds and souls. Because we had clear weather ahead of us, they encouraged us to leave the weight of the tents behind us and sleep out under the stars, which made for wonderful nights of star gazing. In the morning they brought coffee right to us in our sleeping bags, and the meals throughout the day were delicious and healthy. We had yoga throughout the day, including a cold water practice in Ostrander Lake, with the rugged mountains before us. This experience will be a treasured memory.
					
					Sleeping Under the Stars I went on the 3-day backpacking/yoga retreat in Yosemite Park. Our guides Britta, Felicity and Halle were extraordinary in every way imaginable and they nurtured our bodies, minds and souls. Because we had clear weather ahead of us, they encouraged us to leave the weight of the tents behind us and sleep out under the stars, which made for wonderful nights of star gazing. In the morning they brought coffee right to us in our sleeping bags, and the meals were delicious and healthy. We had yoga throughout the day, including a cold water practice in Ostrander Lake, with the rugged mountains before us. This experience will be a treasured memory.
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Eileen F.
9/10/2021
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Eileen F.
9/10/2021

						Sleeping Under the Stars I went on the 3-day backpacking/yoga retreat in Yosemite Park. Our guides Britta, Felicity and Halle were extraordinary in every way imaginable and they nurtured our bodies, minds and souls. Because we had clear weather ahead of us, they encouraged us to leave the weight of the tents behind us and sleep out under the stars, which made for wonderful nights of star gazing. In the morning they brought coffee right to us in our sleeping bags, and the meals were delicious and healthy. We had yoga throughout the day, including a cold water practice in Ostrander Lake, with the rugged mountains before us. This experience will be a treasured memory.
					
					Well planned, low stress (but high exercise!) great food, great friends! This was my fifth guided backpacking trip in the wilderness and by far the best. It's all about the guides and Halle and Felicity were perfect: competent, easy to work with, smart and trustworthy. They set a perfect pace and didn't "over teach" as some guides do. And the food! Pretty crazy that we could eat so well in the wilderness!This was also a yoga retreat and that part was transformative. Our yoga guide, Britta, was a down-to-earth compassionate teacher who led us on our inner journey. I couldn't have asked for a better long weekend.
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Phyllis C.
9/06/2021
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Phyllis C.
9/06/2021

						Well planned, low stress (but high exercise!) great food, great friends! This was my fifth guided backpacking trip in the wilderness and by far the best. It's all about the guides and Halle and Felicity were perfect: competent, easy to work with, smart and trustworthy. They set a perfect pace and didn't "over teach" as some guides do. And the food! Pretty crazy that we could eat so well in the wilderness!This was also a yoga retreat and that part was transformative. Our yoga guide, Britta, was a down-to-earth compassionate teacher who led us on our inner journey. I couldn't have asked for a better long weekend.
					