Private Giant Sequoia Grove Hike in Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park, United States

Private Giant Sequoia Grove Hike

Outty Ranking 57 4.5 · 2 traveler reviews8 hoursFrom $360

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57/100

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Is Private Giant Sequoia Grove Hike worth booking?

Private Giant Sequoia Grove Hike is a 8-hour experience in Yosemite National Park, United States, from $360 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
57 / 100
Rating
4.5/5 (2)
Duration
8 hours
From
$360 per person

The Tuolumne and Merced Groves are secluded, peaceful hiking trails accentuated by the towering Sequoia trees reaching out of view. The Giant Sequoias grow up to nearly 300 feet high and 26 feet in diameter, making the l

What you get

    About this experience

    The Tuolumne and Merced Groves are secluded, peaceful hiking trails accentuated by the towering Sequoia trees reaching out of view. The Giant Sequoias grow up to nearly 300 feet high and 26 feet in diameter, making the largest living things on Earth, and can live to be over 3,000 years old!

    What's included

    Included

    • Professional guide
    • Hiking tour

    Not included

    • Food and drinks
    • Gratuities
    • Yosemite National Park Entrance Gate Fee

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Yosemite National Park

    You will meet your guide at the Tuolumne Grove Parking Lot at the allotted time.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    You will meet your guide at the Tuolumne Grove Parking Lot at the allotted time.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 10 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Lasting Adventures

    Know before you go

    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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    Traveler reviews

    2 verified traveler reviews for Private Giant Sequoia Grove Hike. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    648emmetth · July 2023

    Fantastic Guide Service

    Our guide, Dyson, was excellent. We visited Yosemite from May 21st to the 28th. I strongly recommend this guide service and especially Dyson.

    Response from the operator: Thanks for taking the time to leave this review and sharing that your time in Yosemite (and with Dyson) was excellent. - Scott

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    760saskial · February 2018

    Good time on our little adventure!

    My husband and I recently enjoyed a nice winter hike in the Tuolomne Grove area to see some Giant Sequoias. Matt, our guide, was great. I give him 5 stars. He shared some history of Yosemite and the flora and fauna with us, and made it a fun time. He was friendly and professional, and seemed genuinely concerned after I slipped on some ice on the trail and fell on my knee. After I fell, he helped us put on some grips for our shoes that he had brought along. Really appreciated his thoughtfulness in bringing the grips! The sequoia grove itself was very nice, though much smaller in size/length than I was expecting, and with fewer sequoias than I was expecting. The four stars rating I gave is for the grove itself. The sequoias that are there are beautiful. I was hoping to touch one that is still alive, but they are blocked off (for good reason, of course). I think the grove is definitely worth the trip but don't expect an entire forest of sequoias for miles and miles like I did! We were expecting an "all day" affair with the sequoias in the grove, as the company website lists this activity as 6 to 8 hours. After the 90 minutes or so it took us to do the first sequoia grove, Matt suggested we drive a short distance to a second grove, called Merced Grove, and we saw more lovely sequoias. I think we spent another 90 minutes or so there as well. There are several downed sequoias, and even one you can walk (drive through back in the day) through that is fun. Matt offered to take photos of us along the way, which was nice. At about 12:45 or so we were done with the second grove and Matt offered to do more with us if we were up for it, but we decided to head back to our hotel which was about an hour and 45 minute drive away due to the icy conditions on the roads.

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    Good to know

    Duration
    8 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $360 to $730
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 57

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)86
    Review evidence (18% weight)20
    Booking momentum (14% weight)15
    Value for money (12% weight)60
    Listing quality (10% weight)65
    Local standing (8% weight)46
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Private Giant Sequoia Grove Hike: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Yosemite National Park.

    How much does Private Giant Sequoia Grove Hike cost?

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    Prices start at $360 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Yosemite National Park usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Private Giant Sequoia Grove Hike take?

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    Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Yosemite National Park is not rushed.

    Is Private Giant Sequoia Grove Hike worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Yosemite National Park, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Private Giant Sequoia Grove Hike?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Private Giant Sequoia Grove Hike suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Private Giant Sequoia Grove Hike?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Yosemite National Park can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Yosemite National Park and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Private Giant Sequoia Grove Hike start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Yosemite National Park within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Yosemite National Park?

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    Yosemite tours cover Valley loops to El Capitan and Half Dome viewpoints, Glacier Point sunsets, Mariposa Grove sequoias and waterfall hikes in spring melt. Day trips from San Francisco run long, so we weight transparency on drive time. On Outty we rank every Yosemite National Park experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Yosemite Highlights Small Group Tour, Yosemite Valley Private Hiking Tour, Yosemite Winter Highlights Small Group Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Yosemite National Park?

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    May to June for waterfalls, September to October for quiet trails. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Yosemite National Park?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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