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July 28, 2019 By YExplore Leave a Comment

Nepal Peru 2020

Nepal Peru 2020 is an ambitious plan to trek on two continents on two adventures of a lifetime in the span of two months. The journey begins March 22, 2020 in Kathmandu, Nepal. From there we will fly to the famous Lukla airstrip for the commencement of the Mount Everest Base Camp Trek. Next we visit Peru in South America on May 22, 2020. Upon arrival in Cusco, we will tour that city and other Inca sites before embarking on our next expedition. Then we will take the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu to complete our epic journey.

Nepal Peru 2020

I welcome all of you to join one or both of these exciting expeditions. Nepal Peru 2020 will be significant for many reasons. 2020 will be a major milestone year for me so I am looking to celebrate the entire year with adventures on multiple continents. I am personally going to join both trips and look forward to each one. Don’t hesitate and apply for your passport now.

The trip to Mount Everest Base Camp will be a 13 day trek. We will stop in tea houses along the way that will provide warmth and hearty meals. We will learn about Nepalese Culture while enjoying all the breathtaking scenery of the Himalaya. Book now to make your Everest Base Camp reservation today. We are offering a special discount code EBC150 for $150 off each person.

The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu will follow the historic path in Peru created centuries ago. This will be a 9 day tour visiting many cultural sites in Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu. We will begin in Cusco for some culinary delights blended in with tours of the vibrant city rich in culture. Then we will visit some locations nearby for more enriching experiences before our trek begins. Finally, we make a four day journey into the Andes Mountains for an unforgettable experience. Sign up now to make a Machu Picchu reservation today. We are offering a special discount code ITMP500 for $500 off each person.

Space is limited to 12 people for each tour. Sign up today to receive your discount. I hope to see you in 2020.

If you are interested to learn something about Kilimanjaro then read more here. To get a full picture of our global treks, take a look at this page.

December 23, 2018 By YExplore Leave a Comment

Yosemite Bear Gift Items

They might not be delivered in time for the holidays, but we are pleased to announce our new line of Yosemite gear featuring our Yosemite Tunnel View Bear. You will find these and other great Yosemite Bear gift items in our Yosemite Gift Shop.

Yosemite Bear Gift Items

We are excited to announce our new ‘first edition’ unisex Yosemite Bear Charcoal hoodie in sizes S, M, L, and XL. Quantities are limited at this special price of $45.

In addition to demand for a hoodie we have received many requests for a Yosemite Bear Decal. Here it is! We have two styles. One is a 4 inch durable decal that will be perfect for your favorite water bottle of school notebook. Decals are $5.

The results are in, and everyone loves their new Yosemite Bear decals. Here is Krysta Wolken, our very first YExplore Ambassador, sharing hers.

More Yosemite Gift Items — YExplore Ambassador Krysta Wolken sharing some Yosemite Bear Love

Our second decal is a smaller one at 1.5 inches that would fit perfectly on a phone case or other personal items. The smaller decal is $3, and proceeds from each Yosemite Bear gift item will directly benefit Yosemite bears.

Thank you again for helping support our Yosemite bear project. Now, you can spend as little as $3 on Yosemite bear gift items at our gear shop to support Yosemite bears. Wishing everyone a happy and healthy New Year from YExplore. If you’re interested in browsing other items, feel free to check out our Yosemite Gift Shop as well as any last minute Yosemite gifts for your loved ones.

In 2017, YExplore Founder John DeGrazio developed a concept for a new logo he hoped would be iconic for Yosemite. In a collaboration with Lawson Studios in Oakhurst, CA, we have created the Yosemite “Tunnel View” Bear. It is a native Yosemite black bear outlining the iconic scene from Tunnel View. We have selected the finest quality garments to proudly display this attractive design. We are equally proud to announce that proceeds from every purchase you make will be donated to the Yosemite National Park Bear Management Team via the Yosemite Conservancy. Thank you for helping to protect Yosemite bears. Keep bears wild!

December 20, 2018 By YExplore Leave a Comment

Last Minute Yosemite Gifts

Have you waited until the last minute to do your holiday shopping? Don’t worry, we got you covered. Just choose one of our last minute Yosemite gifts. You’ll be sure to make your loved ones happy this holiday season.

Last Minute Yosemite Gifts

Give the gift of adventure. We have many exciting Yosemite tours to choose from. We offer day hikes, photo workshops, and backpacking trips in every season so you’ll be sure to please the ones on your nice list.

Don’t be afraid to share a last minute Yosemite gift with yourself this year. You deserve the reward of a world class trip to Yosemite National Park, one of the most remarkable places on the planet.

Of course, you should bring loved ones on your adventure if they share an appreciation for nature. We offer many family experiences that are fun for all ages.

Our guided Half Dome hike is our most popular trek in summer months. Many explorers have joined us on this achievement of a lifetime throughout the years. Make your reservation today. We will be happy to discuss the permit process with you. You will also be placed on our list to choose a date that works for you.

Other last minute Yosemite gifts are available in our Yosemite Gift Shop where you will find our exclusive Yosemite Tunnel View Bear Gear. You will also find our Yosemite Bear Richardson caps. New items are arriving every day.

Finally, I would just like to say a heartfelt thank you to all who help make YExplore Yosemite Adventures one of the premier guiding companies in Yosemite National Park. Our team of Yosemite experts and guides are here for you to help you plan your Yosemite trip of a lifetime. We look forward to seeing you on the trail.

Happy Holidays everyone!

November 24, 2018 By YExplore Leave a Comment

2018 Small Business Saturday

On this 2018 Small Business Saturday, YExplore would like to be your choice for a Yosemite adventure of a lifetime. We are a small family business in Yosemite National Park. Our mission is to explore nature to discover beauty, achieve self growth, and share rewards. We have been sharing rewards in Yosemite since 2006. Book now and find your Yosemite adventure today.

2018 Small Business Saturday

There is so much more to our small business than meets the eye. We employ a team of expert guides who are all local to Yosemite and provide professionalism on every trip. Our guides are first aid certified to ensure every trip is a safe one. Furthermore, we guarantee smaller groups to personalize your experiences. Each guide will share a wealth of knowledge about Yosemite on your outing. Please visit our review pages on TripAdvisor and Yelp to see what our guests have shared about their experiences.

2018 Small Business Saturday

For this 2018 Small Business Saturday, YExplore would also like to inform you that we offer international trips. In addition to Yosemite, we are heading back to Tanzania to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro (19,341 feet) this January. We will also tour the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater on an African wildlife safari. This tour will also visit a Maasai village where we will make substantial donations to the people of Tanzania. We believe strongly in giving so philanthropy will be tied into every international adventure. Visit our Kilimanjaro page for more details.

2018 Small Business Saturday

YExplore is more than just adventure tours. We launched our Yosemite Tunnel View Bear gear line in 2017. Each sale of a Yosemite Bear hat or t shirt helps protect bears in Yosemite National Park. All profits from sales go directly to the Yosemite Conservancy. All donations benefit the Yosemite National Park Bear Management Team. Please visit our Yosemite Gift Shop to view our exciting new line of hats. We also have organic cotton t shirts to select.

2018 Small Business Saturday

Everyone who visits Yosemite has a choice in tour guiding services. In an ever growing competitive landscape, we believe our mission, our ethics, and our personal care allows us to stand out among the other tour companies. We were established in 2006 when we moved our family to California and have survived several wildfires, including the 2018 Ferguson Fire that shut down Yosemite National Park for over a month. As snow is currently falling in Yosemite, we are looking forward to being your choice for your 2019 Yosemite Adventure.

If you are interested in learning more other Small Business Saturdays, then please read here. Otherwise, find an overview of all available hikes at Yosemite.

November 21, 2018 By YExplore Leave a Comment

Yosemite Bear Richardson Caps

YExplore has exciting news this holiday season. We have added seven new colors to our trucker cap collection and now use the popular Richardson brand. Our Yosemite Bear Richardson Caps are currently available at our online store. The new colors are Navy with a Navy mesh back, Black with Black mesh, Dark Green with White mesh, Charcoal with Columbia Blue mesh, Charcoal with Neon Pink mesh, Loden Green with Black mesh, and Black with White mesh. Now you can Keep Bears Wild by supporting our Yosemite Bear Project as the proceeds from every purchase go directly to the Yosemite National Park Bear Management Team.

Yosemite Bear Richardson Caps

Yosemite Bear Richardson Caps will be featured in fourteen colors. These caps meet our strict quality standards from a manufacturer we trust.

YExplore Yosemite Bear Project

YExplore is dedicated to protecting Yosemite bears. With every purchase of a Yosemite Tunnel View Bear Trucker Cap, we will make a contribution to the Yosemite Bear Management Team via the Yosemite Conservancy. We are raising awareness with Yosemite visitors and instructing how they can take simple steps to insure the safety of these animals. These include driving the speed limit and properly storing food during Yosemite visits. Always remember to never approach or feed the black bears in Yosemite or any wild animals.

We have received this statement from Yosemite National Park “Yosemite National Park greatly appreciates the time and support YExplore has provided to the Yosemite Bear Management Team. The support of our local communities is critical to helping us keep bears wild in our parks and in our gateway communities. We thank YExplore for helping the park to protect both bears and park visitors.”

Yosemite Gift Shop

Please visit the YExplore Yosemite Gift Shop to make an online purchase today. Hats are $30 with tax and donation included. Proceeds from all sales of these exciting new Yosemite Bear Richardson Caps will go directly to the Yosemite Bear Management Team. Your support is greatly appreciated.

We still have some caps made from organic cotton with a mesh back made from recycled materials and organic cotton t shirts for sale with the same design in our online store at a discounted price. See here for more information about our Yosemite Gift of Adventure.

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