Yosemite National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Overview
Drive through Yosemite’s stunning landscapes at your own pace. Watch waterfalls explode over cliffs, walk under giant sequoia trees, and gaze up at tall granite giants like El Capitan and Half Dome—all while stories guide you along the way.
You can start on any highway that leads into the park. Stop at Tunnel View for sweeping valley views, stretch your legs at Bridalveil Fall or wander among giant sequoias in Mariposa Grove. Walk under trees at Cathedral Beach or stand in the spray at Swinging Bridge. You can even explore Yosemite Village, see the historic Ahwahnee lodge, or hike short paths like Sentinel Dome.
The tour uses offline GPS navigation so internet won’t slow you down. It offers tips, turn-by-turn directions, and stays on your device forever.
This tour has over 30 stops and 160 audio stories. Download it, drive the roads, and discover Yosemite’s magic your way—mile by beautiful mile.
What's Included
- Tours NEVER expire
- Freedom to explore at your own pace
- Offline map (no wifi or data needed)
- Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
- Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
- Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive
- Optional meals and refreshments
- Private Transportation
- Additional National Park Entrance Fee (Non-U.S. Residents Only) USD 100.00 per person
Meeting Location
Groveland
CA, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Tunnel View
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bridalveil Fall
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cathedral Beach Picnic Area
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Swinging Bridge Picnic Area Yosemite National Park CA
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Curry Village (pass by)
Yosemite Village
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Ahwahnee Historic Building
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lower Yosemite Fall Trailhead
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Yosemite Falls Parking
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
El Capitan Meadow
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Yosemite Valley View
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Southside Drive
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Wawona Tunnel
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
El Capitan Viewpoint
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Mariposa Grove
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Wawona Hotel, National Historic Landmark
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Taft Point
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Washburn Point
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Glacier Point
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Tuolumne Grove
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Olmsted Point
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Tenaya Lake Picnic Area
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Pothole Dome
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lembert Dome Trail
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Carlon Falls Trail
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
O'Shaughnessy Dam
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Stanislaus National Forest Sign
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Big Oak Flat Information Center
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Optional Starting Points: • CA-41 from Oakhurst • CA-140 from Mariposa • Tioga Pass from Lee Vining
- Yosemite National Park today announced it will no longer use a timed reservation system in 2026. The decision follows a comprehensive evaluation of traffic patterns, parking availability and visitor use during the 2025 season.
- Please Note: National Park fees may apply for international visitors. If applicable, this fee is collected in-destination and not at the time of booking.
- Travelers must have a smartphone compatible with the Shaka Guide app.
- Strong Wi-Fi or cellular data is required to download the tour in advance.
- The app must be downloaded and the tour redeemed before arrival.
- Location services (GPS) must be enabled on the device
- Travelers are responsible for securing any required entrance passes, reservations, or permits before starting
- Too large to cover in one day — plan a full day per segment; several days for the full tour
- Two gas stations in the park (Wawona and Crane Flat) — cheaper to fill up outside the park
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Activity code: C-102020P94
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