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Yosemite Waterfalls Adaptive Tour
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Overview
Available for All Ages and Abilities!
Duration: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Meeting Point: Select Locations Along Highway 120 into Yosemite Valley
Max Age: 99
Group Size: 13
Accessibility: Stroller and wheelchair accessible
Description: You'll enjoy a discussion about the historic significance of Evergreen Road on our way to the Hetch Hetchy region of Yosemite National Park. After exploring the sweeping vistas and incredible waterfalls of the Tuolumne River at Hetch Hetchy, we'll make our way into the famed Yosemite Valley!
Throughout the day, we'll see famous landmarks like Tunnel View, Half Dome and El Capitan as well as seasonal ephemeral waterfalls like Sentinel Fall, Staircase Falls, Royal Arch Cascades, Ribbon Fall and Horsetail Fall. We'll also enjoy short relaxing walks to base of the famed Bridalveil Fall and the Yosemite Falls, the tallest in North America! Midway through the day we'll stop for lunch at the Yosemite Basecamp Eatery.
What is Included: - Local and experienced guide and Wilderness First Responder.
- Transportation from several locations along Highway 120
- National Park Entrance Fee, If applicable
- Echo Water Bottle
- Filtered Water
- First Aid & Emergency Equipment available throughout the adventure.
What is not Included: Lunch is not included in this adventure. Options Include:
- Purchase a Custom Hiker's Lunch as an adventure add-on
- Bring a picnic lunch.
- Purchase a hot lunch at the Yosemite Basecamp Eatery
Highlights: We'll see Tunnel View, Half Dome and El Capitan as well as seasonal ephemeral waterfalls like Sentinel Fall, Staircase Falls, Royal Arch Cascades, Ribbon Fall and Horsetail Fall. We'll also enjoy short relaxing walks to base of the famed Bridalveil Fall and the Yosemite Falls, the tallest in North America.
What to Bring: - Layered Clothing
- Daypack
- Brimmed Hat & Sunglasses
- Sun Block & Insect Repellent
- Camera & Binoculars
- Hiking Boots or Shoes
- Snacks & Lunch
Special Requirements: - All walking is on paved and accessible trails that are appropriate for a wheelchair, scooter, cane or walker.
- Appropriate for all ages and abilities.
- Custom, private adventure available!
- This is not a hiking/walking tour. The Yosemite Discovery Walk is available for guests that want a more active adventure!
Extras: - Custom Hiker's Lunch Custom Sandwich with 2 sides and drink made to order!
- Charcuterie Board Picnic Available on the private adventure option.
- Echo Trail Pack A bespoke trail kit perfectly paired to keep you moving in the harshest Yosemite elements!
Faqs: Can I cancel if it’s raining or snowing?
- Our philosophy is there is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing! That being said, we will cancel and refund tours if it is dangerous to operate - which is incredibly rare. For those fair weather hikers, we recommend the Easy Cancelation Rate! You can also double check that your travel insurance will cover guest cancelations.
Will you pick us up at our hotel?
- Maybe! We pick up at many hotels along Highway 120 into Yosemite Valley. You can see a list of options on our booking page.
Can we come back early?
- Yes, if you book a private adventure then you can come back anytime you like!
Do we need a reservation?
- Nope! We will cover your reservation and entrance fee into Yosemite on the day you are with us. If you want to go in on your own, then make sure you know the rules!
What do we wear?
- Layers! It is almost always colder in the morning than it is in the afternoon, so wear layers that you can shed as it gets warmer. We also recommend that you avoid denim or other cotton clothing as it retains moisture and can discomfort throughout the day.
What’s the weather going to be?
- Your guess is as good as ours, but click here for some basic guidelines. Https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/weather.htm. You can also call us a few days before your advneture and we can check the weather for you!
Meeting And Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
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Health and safety policy
Guides have the following certifications:
- Minimum of Wilderness First Aid
- CPR
- Leave No Trace
- California Food Handlers
Additional Info
Details:
Thank you for booking this unforgettable adaptive tour through Hetch Hetchy and Yosemite Valley in the heart of Yosemite National Park!
- There is less than 1 mile of combined hiking on this adventure, so pleases contact us if you would like more hiking opportunities during your visit!
- Adaptive Tours are suitable for all ages and abilities.
- Custom, private adventure available!
Points of Interest:
We'll see Yosemite Valley, Yosemite Falls, Bridalveil Falls, The Cascades, Half Dome, Royal Arches, the Merced River, El Capitan, Tunnel View, Hetchy Hetchy Valley, Wapama Falls, Tueeulala Fall, O'Shaunessy Dam & more on this incredible day!
What to Bring:
Vacationing in the mountains is amazing if you plan well! We provide almost everything you need during your trip, but there are a few things you will need to make sure you have during your visit:
- Day Pack
- Layered Clothing
- Swimsuit
- Brimmed Hat & Sunglasses
- Sun Block & Insect Repellent
- Camera & Binoculars
- Hiking boots, athletic shoes or trainers
- Socks
- Lunch and snacks
Also, be prepared for unexpected storms or adverse road conditions by checking the weather forecast.
CLICK HERE to see the Weather Forecast for Yosemite Valley
What's Included:
- Transportation
- Guide
- National Park Entrance Fee, If applicable
- Commemorative Echo Adventures Klean Kanteen
- Filtered Water
- First Aid & Emergency Equipment is available throughout your adventure.
Adventure Add-On Options:
Would you like to purchase lunches, reconsider a charcuterie board lunch, an Echo water bottle, or one of our other great Adventure Add-Ons!? CLICK HERE to book another Adventure Add-On
Again, thank you for choosing Echo Adventure Cooperative for your Yosemite sightseeing adventure! We are so excited for your visit and helping you make the most of your time in Yosemite, so please don't hesitate to call or email if you have any questions!
Cancellation Policy
Please contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation.
Easy Cancelations Rate
- When available, our easy cancelations rate allows you to cancel your adventure or package up to 24 hours in advance for just a $25.00 processing fee.
- Cancelations within 24 hours will be refunded 50% of the listed price.
Non-Refundable Rate:
- Cancelations made at least 48 hours before scheduled adventure will be refunded 50% of the excursion price.
- Guests cancelling within 48 hours of scheduled adventure and no shows will not be refunded.
Adventure Add-Ons:
- Full refund on any cancellations 24 hours in advance of excursion start time.
- Cancellations within 24 hours will be handled on a case by case basis.
Gear & Bike Rentals
- Full refund on any cancellations 24 hours in advance of excursion start time.
- Cancelations within 24 hours will be refunded 50% of the listed price.
Exceptions:
- You will not be charged a cancellation fee if your trip is cancelled by Echo Adventure Cooperative due to weather, fire, road closures, or guide unavailability.
- You may reschedule your adventure or convert your balance into a gift card free of charge if done within 72 hours of your adventure start time.
- Your Adventure Coordinator will always work with Member-Guides as well as lodging & recreation partners to provide the largest possible refund based on your circumstances; however, we are rarely able to secure a larger refund than is stated above.
- Yelling, disrespecting or threatening your Adventure Coordinator will not result in a larger refund, so we HIGHLY recommend purchasing the easy cancelations rate, buying traveler's insurance, or using a credit card with travel protection to help take the pressure off.
- Review extortion (defined as threatening a negative review or promising a positive review in exchange for refunds or freebies) will not be tolerated and will void all refund eligibility.
