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John P. DeGrazio
Founder & Tour Guide
Lead Adventure Hiking Guide. “Our greatest discoveries are made in nature where we find a peace that brings balance to our lives with every day, hour, and moment spent outdoors.”
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Yosemite Guided Hikes & Photo Workshops
Founder & Tour Guide
Lead Adventure Hiking Guide. “Our greatest discoveries are made in nature where we find a peace that brings balance to our lives with every day, hour, and moment spent outdoors.”
YExplore has guided tours in Yosemite National Park for groups of all ages in every season. We guarantee smaller rosters for a better experience on your Yosemite tour. We will customize a tour for for you with any group size. All tours have a privacy option. See all the categories below and call or email tours@yexplore.com today.
From $125, Dynamic pricing based on size of groupYOSEMITE GUIDED ADVENTURE HIKESExplore with us to make a lifelong connection with Yosemite National Park. Learn about the natural world and listen to the stories of Yosemite while we take you to some of the best photo spots in the park. Levels: Beginner, Moderate, Intermediate, Challenging, Strenuous (Level 1-5)
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$500, group of 4 YOSEMITE GUIDED FAMILY & GROUP ADVENTURE HIKES Spend quality time with your family while learning the natural history of Yosemite. These interpretations combine short easy hikes with outdoor educational sessions that will benefit children and parents alike. Beginner (Level 1)
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$425, 1 person Dynamic pricing based on size of group YOSEMITE LANDSCAPES PHOTO CLASSES Take control of your camera while capturing images of Yosemite’s iconic landscapes. Programs are crafted by an expert photographer who will lead the session. Signature Classes:Behind the Lens, Valley Icons,High Country Icons
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$425 – 1 person Dynamic pricing based on size of groupADVANCED YOSEMITE PHOTO CLASSES
Apply finer points of photography in a natural setting. These tours will focus on advanced techniques for photographing wildlife or macro subjects. They will cater to more experienced photographers who possess the proper equipment needed for this extensive session and are not recommended for novices.Book Now
$750 – 1 person Dynamic pricing based on size of group FULL DAY YOSEMITE PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS Spending an entire day in the field photographing is an ideal solution for those having trouble deciding whether to shoot in morning or evening light conditions. Join professional photographer on a two session, full day photography seminar among the majestic landscapes of Yosemite.
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$750 – 1 person Dynamic pricing based on size of group YOSEMITE GUIDED PHOTOGRAPHY HIKES
Trekking with your tripod is one way to combine the exhilaration of a hike with the opportunity to photograph its majestic landscapes during optimal periods of light. Join a professional photographer and travel farther on a full day photography trek to all areas in Yosemite.Book Now
$225, 1 person Dynamic pricing based on size of groupYOSEMITE BEGINNER SNOWSHOE HIKES
Enjoy a pleasant half-day snowshoe hike on a gentle trail in Yosemite Valley or other lesser known trails. We will cover basic snowshoeing techniques and will tailor the day’s program to your experience level.Book Now
$225, 1 person Dynamic pricing based on size of groupYOSEMITE EXTENDED SNOWSHOE HIKES
Achieve new heights on some of Yosemite’s most scenic trails. They will generally be longer than a beginner snowshoe hike with more dramatic elevation gains. These demanding tours are perfect for experienced snowshoe hikers and will offer a different perspective of the distinct character of YosemiteBook Now
MT. KILIMANJARO TREK AND AFRICAN SAFARI Book Now $10,000 per personMt. Kilimanjaro Trek and African Safari
Trek with us to reach the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest mountain on a two week expedition while also exploring the Serengeti and Ngorongoro region of Tanzania on a wildlife photo safari.Book Now
NEPAL TREK TO MT. EVEREST BASE CAMP $TBD per personMt. Everest Base Camp Trek
The Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most desired hiking experiences on Earth- and with good reason. Not only is the route historic, since this was the approach Norgay and Hillary used for their successful ascent of Everest in 1953, but it is also visually stunning and culturally rich.Book Now
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