If you're intimidated by the idea of a backcountry trip, book this less-strenuous five-day Yosemite adventure. You'll experience the park's spectacular landscapes, from steep mountains to clear lakes and alpine meadows, by camping, swimming, hiking, and relaxing as the sun goes down. Ideal for first-time backpackers, gear is provided and your guides do all the cooking.

Five-day backcountry camping trip: A less-strenuos option
Ideal for first-time backcountry hikers and campers: Gear is provided
Small-group tour (maximum 10): A more personalized experience
Feel confident exploring the wilderness in the company of a guide

What To Expect

Day 1 – Meeting

Tuolumne Meadows
Meet your guide in front of the Tuolumne Meadows Store at 3:00 PM. Get acquainted with the group and with gear. If time allows before dinner, explore some of Tuolumne’s hidden gems. Grab dinner at the Tuolumne Grill before settling in for the night at the Tuolumne Meadows Backpacker’s Camp. (Note: food in the front-country is not included.)
9 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Day 2 – May Lake & Mount Hoffman

Mt. Hoffmann
After grabbing breakfast at the Grill, take the shuttle to the May Lake trailhead. Before hitting the trail, soak in the alpine views at Tenaya Lake (8,150′) before hiking approximately 3 moderate miles up to May Lake. After setting up camp, opt for a four mile roundtrip hike to the summit of Mount Hoffman. Mount Hoffman is the geographical center of Yosemite National Park and was John Muir’s favorite summit view. After dinner, scramble up onto the secret bluff to witness the first amazing sunset.
• Admission Ticket Included

Day 3 – Polly Dome Lake

May Lake Trail
Hike 4.5 miles to Polly Dome Lake. Relax and swim in the pristine alpine lake as your guide prepares you a hearty dinner. Explore up one of the granite walls around the lake for another amazing sunset!
• Admission Ticket Included

Day 4 – Glen Aulin

Tuolumne River
Hike 4.5 miles to Glen Aulin High Sierra Camp. Spectacular waterfall and swimming hole here. After dinner take a short stroll to a bluff overlooking the Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne for the final (and typically the most incredible!) Yosemite sunset.
• Admission Ticket Included

Day 5 – Return

Tuolumne Meadows
Hike out 6 miles along the meandering Tuolumne River to Tuolumne Meadows. Typically we arrive back in Tuolumne Meadows between 11am-1pm; perfect time for a burger from the Tuolumne Grill!
• Admission Ticket Included

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Include

Use of Backpacking Gear as requested
Souvenir T-Shirt
Experienced Guides
Permits
Memories to Last a Lifetime!
Dinner (3)
Breakfast (3)
Lunch (3)

Exclude

Entrance to Yosemite National Park
Guide Gratuities