Savor Tioga Road vistas, then hike and swim at Tenaya Lake with a guide
7 hours
Guide, Transportation, Park entry
Travel Tioga Road through Yosemite's High Country to subalpine lakes, meadows, and snow-capped peaks. Enjoy a naturalist hike, then swim and picnic on the sandy shores of Tenaya Lake.
Total hiking is about 4 miles at high altitude. Group tour is not open to children under 8. Private adventures are open to all ages. Lunch is not included; bring a picnic or purchase a Hiker's Lunch.
Can we buy lunch on the tour?
No, not usually. Bring a bag lunch or purchase a Custom Hiker's Lunch.
Can I cancel if it’s raining?
Tours run unless conditions are unsafe; if it is dangerous to operate, tours are canceled and refunded.
Will you pick us up at our hotel?
Pickup is available at many properties along Highway 120 into Yosemite Valley.
Can we come back early?
Yes, if you book a private adventure you can return anytime.
Do we need a reservation?
Park reservations and entrance fee are covered on the day of your tour.
What do we wear?
Wear layers and avoid denim or other cotton that holds moisture.
What’s the weather going to be?
Weather varies in the mountains; check the forecast before your tour.
Easy Cancelations Rate: Cancel up to 24 hours before for a $25 fee; within 24 hours receive 50% refund. Non-Refundable Rate: Cancel 48+ hours before for 50% refund; within 48 hours or no-show, no refund. Add-ons: Full refund if canceled 24+ hours before; within 24 hours case by case. No fee if operator cancels due to weather, fire, road closures, or guide unavailability.
Select Locations Along Highway 120.
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Echo's guides consistently earn praise for their expertise and genuine passion, particularly Kevin and Bryant who lead most of the fly fishing expeditions. First-timers rave about how patient and encouraging the guides are, providing all necessary equipment and teaching techniques that actually work. On the Yosemite tours, guides like Annette and Nate shine with their deep knowledge of the park's history, wildlife, and hidden gems. The small group sizes (maximum 9 people) mean personalized attention, and guides come prepared with thoughtful extras like coffee at pickup, snow spikes for winter hikes, and even cooking elaborate dinners in scenic settings. What really stands out is how the team removes all the stress from visiting Yosemite. Tours include park entry (no reservation hassles), and guides handle navigation so you can simply enjoy the scenery. Multiple reviews mention catching fish even as complete beginners, and tour participants appreciate seeing highlights they would have missed exploring independently. The bilingual capabilities also get specific mentions from Spanish-speaking visitors. Whether you're interested in fly fishing, hiking, or comprehensive park tours, the consistent thread is knowledgeable, enthusiastic guides who genuinely care about creating memorable experiences.
My boyfriend and I had an amazing experience on NYE! We did the Discovery Walk Tour w/ Sequoia Hike + Lunch - so glad we added on the hike + lunch! Having a driver and guide really took the stress out of navigating the park - it was all planned for us and we got to sit back, relax, and take in all the sites! Our guide was very friendly, knowledgeable, and REALLY WENT THE EXTRA MILE to make sure we had the best experience! At pickup she had coffee, snacks, and water canisters for us, which was a surprise bonus! For the hike she came prepared with snow spikes, walking sticks, and gloves (my boyfriend forgot his). She also made sure to ask us what we wanted to see or what we wanted to skip. We got tons of beautiful photos, and to top it off our lunch was also very good! Thank you so much for making our experience wonderful! We will be recommending you to anyone visiting Yosemite!
Samantha Escamilla
February 1, 2026
My boyfriend and I had an amazing experience on NYE! We did the Discovery Walk Tour w/ Sequoia Hike + Lunch - so glad we added on the hike + lunch! Having a driver and guide really took the stress out of navigating the park - it was all planned for us and we got to sit back, relax, and take in all the sites! Our guide was very friendly, knowledgeable, and REALLY WENT THE EXTRA MILE to make sure we had the best experience! At pickup she had coffee, snacks, and water canisters for us, which was a surprise bonus! For the hike she came prepared with snow spikes, walking sticks, and gloves (my boyfriend forgot his). She also made sure to ask us what we wanted to see or what we wanted to skip. We got tons of beautiful photos, and to top it off our lunch was also very good! Thank you so much for making our experience wonderful! We will be recommending you to anyone visiting Yosemite!
Samantha Escamilla
February 1, 2026