• Summit of Half Dome, an iconic peak with 360-degree views of the park and surrounding Sierra Nevada mountains

• Breathtaking views of Half Dome, Illouette, and surrounding peaks

• Delicious meals provided throughout the trip

• Experienced guides to provide expert instruction on backpacking and wilderness skills

• This trip is rated Intermediate+ [4]. Our longest day of backpacking is 7 miles with 2,215’ feet of elevation gain. Half Dome summit day will be with daypacks only, but is also a long day at 7.5 miles and 2,710’ elevation gain. Participants will be carrying their own backpacks weighing 35-45 pounds.
• To maximize your enjoyment of the trip, we require that you to participate in a training program before the trip. We recommend that your program includes training by hiking with a weighted pack. 
• This trip begins at an elevation of ~4,000 feet. Our maximum elevation during the trip is the summit of Half Dome at 8839’. If you are coming from sea level, we recommend that you spend a night in the park at altitude before the trip. Staying well hydrated before the trip can also assist in mitigating altitude sickness. 

A backpacking tent, mattress and bear can are available to borrow. 

Please select at checkout if you need these items.

For full trip information here.