Immerse yourself in the heart of the High Sierra on this 3 days Yosemite tour, designed for those who crave an authentic outdoor adventure without the hassle of planning. Departing from San Francisco, this comprehensive yosemite camping tour provides all the necessary gear and expert guidance, allowing you to sleep under the stars at a local campground just steps away from the park’s wonders. You’ll enjoy the best of both worlds: the ruggedness of a yosemite tour package that emphasizes nature and the community of a guided group, sharing meals and mountain stories after a day of exploration.
Over three unforgettable days, your expert guide will lead you through fern-laden trails and to the edges of dramatic, glacier-formed cliffs. Witness the massive scale of Half Dome, search for diverse wildlife, and discover hidden swimming holes on one of our most popular yosemite camping tours. With a flexible itinerary tailored to your group’s hiking level, you’ll have ample time to experience iconic vistas and tranquil spaces that most visitors never see, making this the ultimate deep dive into the California wilderness.
This is one of our top-selling tours; spaces fill up fast! We recommend that you make your reservation far in advance of your intended travel date to secure your space. If your intended date is NOT available, we will try our best to help find something for you.
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**Sample Itineraries: Please note that due to rapidly-changing conditions beyond our control (weather, crowds, traffic) and the small size of our vehicles/groups, we allow our guides the flexibility to tailor your itinerary to best suit the needs of the group. While we guarantee that we’ll do our best to provide you with all of the highlights within this itinerary (conditions permitting), we do not guarantee them in this specific order.
As we embark on our journey, we’ll pass by some exceptional San Francisco sights. Catch views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman’s Wharf, Alcatraz Island and the incomparable San Francisco Skyline as we head east on the Bay Bridge. You’ll taste a piece of California’s rich agricultural hub as we pass through a slice of the Central Valley famous for specialty fruits and nuts such as almonds, walnuts, cherries, and strawberries. Once we reach the park, prepare to dine among giants as we arrive at a grove of Giant Sequoia trees. You’ll take in the meditative views as next to trees that measure up to 300 feet tall, 30 feet wide, and older than one thousand years.
Are your cameras ready? The shuttle will climb the winding route 4,500 feet above sea level to the gorgeous vista at Tunnel View, which overlooks the expanse of Yosemite Valley and offers spectacular views looking east towards El Capitan, Half Dome, and Bridalveil Falls. Depending on timing, the group may stop off at Yosemite Village or take a quick excursion down a beginner hike before settling into camp.
Once at camp, your guide will hand out camping gear and show you the local amenities. You’ll make the ultimate s’mores as your group shares drinks and stories around the campfire, but don’t forget to get some sleep for a full-day of exploring the park!
The early bird gets the worm when it comes to exploring the park! We’ll whip together a quick breakfast, slap together some sandwiches for lunch, and head off in the van to start our full day in Yosemite High Country.
Are you ready for clear, sparkling lakes? Crisp, mountain air? Prepare to spend a full day exploring Yosemite’s picturesque lakes, hiking to mountain summits that overlook lush greenery, and passing through serene meadows. Your guide will make sure the group takes full advantage of the park, while making sure everyone is comfortable, by customizing the hikes around the groups’ needs.
If your group is not too wiped out by the day’s adventures, now is the time to swap stories and share drinks around the campfire with your new friends. Don’t forget to rest up before your last day at Yosemite!
On the last morning, we’ll make a quick breakfast, prepare another brown bag lunch, make sure all the camping gear is put away before heading into Yosemite Valley.
Did you pass up a hike on the way to a vista? Have you been pining after a particular swimming spot? Are you ready to stretch your legs and have a new self-guided adventure? Day three is the perfect time to choose your own adventure in Yosemite Valley. You can hike to a waterfall, rent a bicycle to cruise around the valley floor, check out the visitor’s center, museum, and Ansel Adams Gallery, or relax in the shade by the emerald green Merced River. Regroup for one final group activity, a visit to the El Capitan Meadow to watch the daredevil rock climbers conquering the largest granite monolith in North America.
After a full day of exploring, we’ll make our way back to the San Francisco Hilton, arriving in the city around 8:30pm – 9pm.
Our three day camping tour is designed to be comfortable for all levels of camping experience, from first time campers to veteran outdoorspeople. We stay at a campsite with modern facilities and we provide all the equipment necessary to ensure you are well taken care of and have a great time.
This tour offers the full camping experience where group participation is part of the fun! Camp set up is a snap with our easy set-up tents, sleeping pads, and camp stove. The cookout dinner is a group event where everyone helps out, campers take turns cleaning up after meals, and we swap stories by the camp fire.
Campsite amenities include:
On-site showers with hot water (don’t forget your towel and toiletries)
Flush toilets
Tents and sleeping pads
Propane stove and cookware
Fire pit for warmth/marshmallow roasting
Use of indoor/outdoor pools and hot tub at lodge nearby
Nearby store for incidentals
Merced River across the road from camp (may swim in river)
Sleeping bags available to rent (additional fee)
This tour is now available to book as a private excursion for up to 13 guests. You’ll receive the same itinerary and inclusions that our typical tour would provide, plus personal one-on-one attention from your guide and the ability to choose exactly who you’ll bring with you.
Feeling like making some changes or additions to the itinerary? Contact us and we can create a quote for any custom experience you’d like to partake in anywhere in the 50 states.
Reserve your Yosemite Escape Camping Tour as a private excursion now!
Our rates are based on group size. After clicking below and choosing an available date, select how many travelers will be in your group.
Private tour for 1-13 guests: $6,037 total
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