- Journey to -
Half Dome and Clouds Rest
- Journey to -
Half Dome
- and -
Clouds Rest
- Journey to -
Half Dome and Clouds Rest
- Journey to -
Half Dome
- and -
Clouds Rest
Iconic. Thrilling.
- Traverse the entire park, ending with a climb up the iconic and hair raising Half Dome cables!
- Scramble to the top of Clouds Rest and take in a jaw-dropping 360° view
- Camp and swim at the famous Cathedral Lakes
Journey to Half Dome
And Clouds Rest
Yosemite
Length: 6 Days / 30 Miles
Trip Type: Moderate/Thrilling
2023 Dates:
- June 22 – 27 *
4 spots remaining
* Permit pending
Confirmation 6 months in advance
Cost: $1,971
- Deposit: $400
- Balance due: 90 days in advance
Adventure
Itinerary
Iconic. Thrilling.
Journey to Half Dome and Clouds Rest
- Traverse the entire park, ending with a climb up the iconic and hair raising Half Dome cables!
- Scramble to the top of Clouds Rest and take in a jaw dropping 360° view
- Camp and swim at the remote Cathedral Lakes
Yosemite / 6 Days / 30 Miles
Trip Type: Moderate / Thrilling
2023 Dates:
- June 22 – 27 * 4 spots remaining
* Permit pending. Confirmation 6 months in advance.
Cost: $1,971
- Deposit: $400
- Balance due: 90 days in advance
- Adventure Itinerary -
DAY ONE
Explore Yosemite’s front country on your own. Meet your guide in the early evening at the backpackers campground. Go over gear and itinerary, set up camp, and eat a hot cooked meal.
0 miles
DAY ONE
Explore Yosemite’s front country on your own. Meet your guide in the early evening at the backpackers campground. Go over gear and itinerary, set up camp, and eat a hot cooked meal.
0 miles
DAY TWO
Wake up to coffee and a hot breakfast. A short, steep climb leads us to the famous Cathedral Lakes. Spend the afternoon watching climbers, swimming, and luxuriating in this classic Yosemite vantage.
4 miles
DAY TWO
Wake up to coffee and a hot breakfast. A short, steep climb leads us to the famous Cathedral Lakes. Spend the afternoon watching climbers, swimming, and luxuriating in this classic Yosemite vantage.
4 miles
DAY THREE
We leave the crowds behind and make our way into the peaceful Sunrise Meadows. Stop to rest in the silence of Yosemite’s secluded high country. As evening falls, we cook dinner next to another Yosemite classic: The Sunrise Lakes!
7 miles
DAY FOUR
It is surprising how quickly we reach the summit of Clouds Rest. We explore the infinite details of the vast view before heading down to camp. Half Dome looms over our little tents, daring us to climb her steep granite heights.
8 miles
DAY THREE
We leave the crowds behind and make our way into the peaceful Sunrise Meadows. Stop to rest in the silence of Yosemite’s secluded high country. As evening falls, we cook dinner next to another Yosemite classic: The Sunrise Lakes!
7 miles
DAY FOUR
It is surprising how quickly we reach the summit of Clouds Rest. We explore the infinite details of the vast view before heading down to camp. Half Dome looms over our little tents, daring us to climb her steep granite heights.
8 miles
DAY FIVE
Those distant, tiny dots are people summiting Half Dome in morning’s glow. Arriving at the cables, we gasp and realize just how intimidating this steep climb will be! We gather our courage and pull our way to the top. We revel in our accomplishment with a celebratory feast!
6 miles
DAY FIVE
Those distant, tiny dots are people summiting Half Dome in morning’s glow. Arriving at the cables, we gasp and realize just how intimidating this steep climb will be! We gather our courage and pull our way to the top. We revel in our accomplishment with a celebratory feast!
6 miles
DAY SIX
Still filled with elation, we follow the John Muir Trail down into Yosemite Valley. We smile at hikers ascending the path, and we can’t help but marvel at our grand achievement. We say goodbye with the persistent thrill of triumph beating proudly in our hearts.
5 miles
DAY SIX
Still filled with elation, we follow the John Muir Trail down into Yosemite Valley. We smile at hikers ascending the path, and we can’t help but marvel at our grand achievement. We say goodbye with the persistent thrill of triumph beating proudly in our hearts.
5 miles
What's Included?
Front and Backcountry Accommodations
- First night in Yosemite backpackers campground
- 2-6 nights of wilderness camping
Meals and Snacks
- All meals from the first night’s dinner to the last day’s lunch
- Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and lots of snacks!
Group Camping Gear
- Shared gear, bear canisters, water filters, stoves, cookware, first aid kit, wilderness permit, card games etc.
- Individual tents
- Personal trail journal
- See gear list
Shuttle
- Transportation between parking/backpackers campground and trailhead
What's Not Included?
Transportation to Yosemite
- Adventurers take own car or public transportation to reach group meeting point in Yosemite
Personal Gear and Clothing
- Sleeping bag, sleeping pad, backpack
- Personal clothing
- See gear list
Gratuity for Guides
- 10% – 20% recommended
Trip Insurance
- Read Terms and Conditions for full deposit and cancellation policy
- “Cancel for Any Reason” trip insurance is imperative
Backcountry Evacuation
- Read Terms and Conditions for full evacuation policy
GEAR RENTAL PACKAGE
Simply bring clothes! • $245 / trip
Backpack • Rain Cover • Sleeping Bag • Sleeping Pad • Camping Pillow • Trekking Poles • Headlamp • Batteries • Mug • Bowl • Utensils
* Tent already included with trip
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What's Included?
Front & Backcountry Accommodations
- First night in Yosemite backpackers campground
- 2-6 nights of wilderness camping
Meals & Snacks
- All meals from the 1st night’s dinner to the last day’s lunch
- Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and snacks!
Group Camping Gear
- Shared gear, bear canisters, water filters, cookware, first aid kit, etc.
- Individual tents
- Personal trail journal
- See gear list
Shuttle
- Transportation between parking/backpackers campground and the trailhead
What's Not Included?
Transportation to Yosemite
- Adventurers take own car or public transportation to reach group meeting point in Yosemite
Gratuity for Guides
- 10% – 20% recommended
Trip Insurance
- Read the Terms and Conditions regarding our deposit and cancellation policy
- “Cancel for Any Reason” trip insurance is imperative
GEAR RENTAL
PACKAGE
Backpack • Rain Cover • Sleeping Bag • Sleeping Pad • Camping Pillow • Trekking Poles • Headlamp • Batteries • Mug • Bowl • Utensils
* Tent already included with trip
Simply bring clothes!
$245/trip
Half Dome Hikers Club
4 Days | Moderate
- Climb Half Dome. Test your mettle on Yosemite’s classic challenge!
- Ascend the Mist Trail alongside Yosemite’s famed waterfalls!
Includes Half Dome!
Journey to the Heart of the Park
7 Days | Rugged
- Explore the most diverse set of landscapes in the park.
- Traverse the windy Red Peak Pass, Yosemite’s highest point on-trail.
Journey Through the Rushing Canyon
6 Days | Breezy - Moderate
- Swimming holes and waterfalls abound. Don’t forget your suit!
- Sleep under towering redwoods along an alluring riverbank.
Half Dome Hikers Club
4 Days | Moderate
- Climb Half Dome. Test your mettle on Yosemite’s classic challenge!
- Ascend the Mist Trail alongside Yosemite’s famed waterfalls!
Includes Half Dome!
Journey to the Heart of the Park
7 Days | Rugged
- Explore the most diverse set of landscapes in the park.
- Traverse the windy Red Peak Pass, Yosemite’s highest point on-trail.
Journey Through the Rushing Canyon
6 Days | Breezy - Moderate
- Swimming holes and waterfalls abound. Don’t forget your suit!
- Sleep under towering redwoods along an alluring riverbank.
