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Kings Canyon National Park Tour

(15726)
California
 
4.9
15726 ratings
$12.99
Sunlight filters through dense forest canopy, casting shadows on the ground below.
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A couple walking on a mountain path.
Three individuals strolling through a dense forest with a towering tree.
A poster displaying a map of Kings Canyon National Park with illustrations of its diverse wildlife.
Shakai guide - GPS navigation for Android in Kings Canyon.
Sunlight filters through dense forest canopy, casting shadows on the ground below.
audio tour guide in kings canyon
A couple walking on a mountain path.
Three individuals strolling through a dense forest with a towering tree.
A poster displaying a map of Kings Canyon National Park with illustrations of its diverse wildlife.
Shakai guide - GPS navigation for Android in Kings Canyon.

Kings Canyon National Park Tour

California
4.9
15726 ratings
$12.99

About The Tour

Explore the least known of the Sierra Nevada national parks. Enjoy the majestic sequoias of Grant Grove, including General Grant, the second-largest tree in the world. Then descend into Kings Canyon for hikes, waterfalls, and a scenic but twisty drive into the heart of a canyon that’s deeper than the Grand Canyon!

Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!

• Marvel at the towering General Grant Tree, one of the world's largest sequoias and a National Shrine.

• Enjoy the convenience and charm of Grant Grove Village, offering visitor amenities, rustic lodgings, and access to nearby giant sequoia groves.

• Take in sweeping views of the High Sierra and Kings Canyon from Panoramic Point, a scenic overlook that offers stunning vistas of the surrounding wilderness.

• Stroll through the serene beauty of Zumwalt Meadows, where lush greenery and granite cliffs create a picturesque and tranquil setting along the Kings River.

• Experience the natural splendor of Cedar Grove, a lush valley surrounded by towering cliffs and offering camping, hiking, and river activities in the heart of Kings Canyon.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:

Recommended Start Time: 8:00 a.m.
Tour Starting Point(s): Generals Highway, from Sequoia National Park, near Montecito Sequoia Lodge; Highway 180, heading towards the Big Stump Entrance; and Highway 245, heading towards the Big Stump Entrance.
Time to complete: 3-5 Hours

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Sample Tour Audio

How Kings Canyon Became a National Park
John Muir at Kings Canyon
Land of the Sequoias

Tour Stops

Tour Route

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$19.99 $25.96 23% off

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Reviews

 
4.9 (15726 Users)
  • katieleonis
  • 19 hours ago
  • Android

This guide is fabulous. my husband and I learned so much. You basically get a personal tour as you drive along. the recommendations were appreciated as well as the tips about the various trails. We learned about the history of the park as well as interesting facts about volcanoes, trees and wildlife. Will likely not do a park without this.

  • bill randolph
  • 1 day ago
  • Android

History was awesome, turn by turn directions helps keep the stress down Would definitely recommend

Skeptical but so glad we did it!

  • Mandee65
  • 1 day ago
  • iOS

Our family debated on taking a Circle Island Tour in Oahu with a tour company, but the price was so expensive. So we decided to give the Shaka Guide a try. It was perfect! The 5 of us rented a van for the day and set out with the help of the app. It was very informative with upcoming stops, bathroom options, photo opportunities, and places to eat. The music was a nice touch and the toggle on and off was nice when we were getting out of the van. We would definitely use this app again.

What is there to do in Kings Canyon National Park?

Kings Canyon National Park offers a variety of activities that showcase its stunning natural beauty and diverse landscapes. Visitors can hike through Kings Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in North America. The park is home to the famous General...

How Many Days Do You Need to Visit Kings Canyon National Park?

To fully experience Kings Canyon National Park, we recommend at least one day. This time frame allows you to explore the park’s key attractions, such as the awe-inspiring Kings Canyon itself, the towering General Grant Tree, and more. If you’re ta...

Where is Kings Canyon National Park Located?

Kings Canyon National Park is located in the southern Sierra Nevada mountains in eastern California, next to Sequoia National Park. Together they form the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks complex. The park is approximately 200 miles north o...

What is an Audio Tour Guide?

Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here’s how it works:

  • GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk.
  • Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
Self guided audio tour

Tour FAQs

This tour has 18 stops. Check out the itinerary here for a complete list of stops and if you’re looking for more information to help plan your trip, here’s what you need to know before you go


  • Sneakers
  • Hiking Clothes
  • Layers
  • Water Bottle
  • Food and Snacks
  • Bug Spray
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses and/or hat
  • Snacks
  • Cash
  • Swimsuit and towel
  • Car charger *Very Important*
  • Phone Mount

What you spend depends on the activities you do, but here’s a list of entry fees on the tour: 

  • Entrance to the park is $35 per vehicle. 
  • Entrance to Boyden Caverns is $8-23 per person.
  • Optional food, drinks, and souvenirs.



Although the park is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, the park’s facilities have varying hours of operation and many roads are closed in the winter months. We highly recommend you visit the park’s website for seasonal road closures. 

Here are the hours of operation for the visitor centers and facilities in the park: 

  • Kings Canyon Visitor Center and Village: Open year-round, unless closed due to weather or safety conditions. Open 8am-5pm during the summer, and 9am-4:40pm during the off season.
  • Boyden Caverns: Open as Highway 180 opens, typically late April to mid-November.
  • Cedar Grove Visitor Center: Memorial Day to mid-September 9am-5pm

Yes! The tour has three starting points: Generals Highway, from Sequoia National Park, near Montecito Sequoia Lodge; Highway 180, heading towards the Big Stump Entrance; and 

Highway 245, heading towards the Big Stump Entrance. Just make sure that you follow the numbers in chronological order from where you are starting. 

If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience.


It depends - the full tour generally goes west to east, finishing at the end of the road in Kings Canyon. The short tour sticks close to Generals Highway and Grant Grove, and generally goes east to west or west to east.



Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at (808) 201-8138.

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