Free Concierge Service
    Text or call 1-877-GREET-WELL
    Ask AIAI
    Ask AIAI
    1. Local experiences
    2. /Things to do in Des Moines…
    3. /Nature and Outdoor Tours
    4. /National Parks
    5. /Mount Rainier National Park 12-Hour Guided Tour
    Why travelers choose Greetwell

    Curated by our team

    Every experience is hand selected and approved by Greetwell.

    Personal concierge

    Real humans available to help before, during, and after your booking.

    Intimate & authentic

    Including unique in-home experiences you won't find anywhere else.

    Easy booking & cancellation

    Reserve in minutes with free cancellation on most experiences.

    Greetwell

    Experiences that stay with you long after the trip

    Greetwell curates authentic local experiences and provides personal concierge support in over 500 destinations, helping you explore confidently wherever you go.

    About

    • Our Story
    • For Experience Providers
    • For Hospitality Partners
    • For Developers

    Resources

    • Travel Guides
    • Experience Gift Cards
    • Help Center
    [email protected]1-877-GREET-WELL

    Safe & Secure Payments

    © 2026 Greetwell, Inc. All rights reserved.
    Privacy PolicyTerms
    Product image 1
    Product image 2
    Product image 3
    Product image 4
    Product image 5
    Product image 6
    Product image 7
    Product image 8
    Product image 9
    Gallery image
    Gallery image 1
    Gallery image 2
    Gallery image 3
    Gallery image 5

    Mount Rainier National Park 12-Hour Guided Tour

    Explore Mount Rainier’s waterfalls, glaciers and alpine scenery on a private guided day trip

    5.0 stars• 1.6K reviews

    Duration

    12 hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 24 people

    Includes

    Vehicle, driver, park fees

    Highlights

    Travel from Seattle into Mount Rainier National Park for a customizable guided visit to Paradise and surrounding scenic areas. Take in forests, waterfalls, lakes and glacier views as conditions shape the day’s route.

    • Explore old-growth forests, subalpine meadows, mountain lakes and glacial landscapes
    • Visit Paradise, Jackson Visitor Center and Longmire Visitor Center when conditions allow
    • Photograph Reflection Lake, Christine Falls, Narada Falls and other scenic waterfalls
    • Travel through rural countryside and enter the park through Nisqually
    • Customize the itinerary around Mount Rainier’s seasonal sights and road conditions

    What's Included

    • Air-conditioned vehicle
    • Knowledgeable driver
    • Park entrance fees
    • Taxes
    • Seattle and Sea-Tac area pickup and drop-off

    Important details

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Weather, road conditions and park closures may change the route and stops
    • Additional itinerary-based costs may apply and are not included in the listed price
    • Airport pickup and luggage transport carry an additional fee not included in the listed price

    Cancellation Policy

    Receive a full refund when you cancel at least 7 days before the tour starts.

    Product ID: FRQ3FY

    FAQs

    Bring a sack lunch or money to buy food and snacks. Meals are not provided, and you’ll stop at a full-service grocery store on the way.

    Dress in layers and wear comfortable walking shoes (hiking shoes preferred). Bring a jacket, since Paradise can be cool and breezy even in summer. From November through June, dress for snowy conditions; waterproof boots and an extra pair of socks are recommended.

    Yes. Your guide may adjust the route based on weather, road conditions, and park closures.

    Experience provided by Customized Tours

    Related locations

    Mount Rainier National Park

    Admission included

    Standing at 14,411 feet, Mount Rainier dominates the skyline of Washington State with a presence that feels almost impossible to ignore. At Mount Rainier National Park, subalpine meadows bloom in vivid color through summer, rivers run cold and clear from glacial melt, and ancient forests of Douglas fir and western red cedar muffle the outside world entirely. The air here carries pine and snowmelt in equal measure.

    How can we help?

    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

    Call or text 1-877-GREET-WELL

    Report an issue

    Private Tour

    $2,179.54

    Flat Base Rate for 1-7 Passengers. Can accommodate up to 24 passengers, for additional cost.

    Why book through Greetwell?

    • No Added Fees

      No booking or service fees, ever

    • Concierge Support Included

      Real humans ready to help with timing, questions, or special requests

    • Free Cancellation Available

      Most experiences can be cancelled for a full refund

    Discover what we've curated for you

    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
    1.6K reviews•Google Maps
    1,035
    15
    4
    2
    2

    With a perfect rating across over a thousand reviews, the guides here have clearly figured something out. James, Mark, Cory, and Kevin show up repeatedly in reviews, and the praise for each of them follows the same thread: knowledgeable, warm, and genuinely invested in making the day memorable. James in particular gets called out constantly, with guests noting he learned everyone's names, brought trekking poles and shoe spikes for Mt. Rainier hikes, and always knew the best photo spots. The tours themselves cover some seriously beautiful Pacific Northwest territory, from Mt. Rainier to wine country and waterfall routes. Guests consistently mention that the stops feel well-chosen and that the guides come prepared with real local knowledge, not just rehearsed scripts. One group ended the day feeling like best friends, and another called their wine tour the best they'd ever been on after doing quite a few. If you're spending time in the Seattle area and want to cover ground without the stress of planning, this seems like a reliable, high-quality option. The consistency across guides and tour types is what stands out most here.

    Nearby activities

    Mount Rainier National Park Full-Day Guided Tour
    National Parks

    Mount Rainier National Park Full-Day Guided Tour

    Explore waterfalls, glaciers, and alpine scenery in Mount Rainier National Park

    Explore waterfalls, glaciers, and alpine scenery in Mount Rainier National Park
    5.0 • 1.6K reviews
    $165/ person
    4-Hour Seattle Highlights Guided Bus Tour
    Bus Van and Limo Tours

    4-Hour Seattle Highlights Guided Bus Tour

    See Seattle’s top neighborhoods and landmarks in 4 hours

    See Seattle’s top neighborhoods and landmarks in 4 hours
    5.0 • 1.6K reviews
    $122/ person
    Seattle Wine Tasting & Snoqualmie Falls Tour
    Wine Tours

    Seattle Wine Tasting & Snoqualmie Falls Tour

    Sip Woodinville flavors and take in Snoqualmie Falls on a guided day

    Sip Woodinville flavors and take in Snoqualmie Falls on a guided day
    5.0 • 1.6K reviews
    $154/ person
    Olympic National Park Full-Day Guided Tour
    National Parks

    Olympic National Park Full-Day Guided Tour

    Explore Olympic National Park’s forests, mountain terrain and rugged shoreline with a guide

    Explore Olympic National Park’s forests, mountain terrain and rugged shoreline with a guide
    5.0 • 1.6K reviews
    $263/ person
    90-Minute Guided Farm Tour in Graham
    Farm Visits

    90-Minute Guided Farm Tour in Graham

    Meet farm animals and learn how a working homestead runs

    Meet farm animals and learn how a working homestead runs
    5.0 • 1.6K reviews
    $29/ person
    24-Hour Double Kayak Rental in Tukwila
    Kayaking Tours

    24-Hour Double Kayak Rental in Tukwila

    Share a stable inflatable kayak with room for a paddling partner or gear

    Share a stable inflatable kayak with room for a paddling partner or gear
    5.0 • 9 reviews
    $70/ kayak