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Sequoia National Park Tour
About The Tour
Discover the biggest trees in the world as we explore Sequoia National Park. We’ll take you to the best sequoia hiking trails, alpine scenery, and stunning overlooks of the Sierra Nevada. And of course, you’ll meet General Sherman, the single largest tree in the world.
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Stand in awe of the General Sherman Tree, the largest tree on earth by volume, a living testament to the grandeur and resilience of nature.
• Delve into the history and ecology of the park at the Giant Forest Museum, which offers fascinating exhibits on the majestic sequoias and their ecosystem.
• Enjoy a peaceful picnic at Crescent Meadow Picnic Area, surrounded by lush meadows and towering sequoias, often referred to as the "Gem of the Sierra."
• Climb the steps of Moro Rock for a rewarding panoramic view of the Sierra Nevada mountains and the expansive wilderness of Sequoia National Park.
• Venture out onto the Tokopah Trailhead, where a scenic hike along the Kaweah River leads to the stunning Tokopah Falls, a cascading spectacle set against granite cliffs.
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Stand in awe of the General Sherman Tree, the largest tree on earth by volume, a living testament to the grandeur and resilience of nature.
• Delve into the history and ecology of the park at the Giant Forest Museum, which offers fascinating exhibits on the majestic sequoias and their ecosystem.
• Enjoy a peaceful picnic at Crescent Meadow Picnic Area, surrounded by lush meadows and towering sequoias, often referred to as the "Gem of the Sierra."
• Climb the steps of Moro Rock for a rewarding panoramic view of the Sierra Nevada mountains and the expansive wilderness of Sequoia National Park.
• Venture out onto the Tokopah Trailhead, where a scenic hike along the Kaweah River leads to the stunning Tokopah Falls, a cascading spectacle set against granite cliffs.
About the tour
Discover the biggest trees in the world as we explore Sequoia National Park. We’ll take you to the best sequoia hiking trails, alpine scenery, and stunning overlooks of the Sierra Nevada. And of course, you’ll meet General Sherman, the single largest tree in the world.
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Stand in awe of the General Sherman Tree, the largest tree on earth by volume, a living testament to the grandeur and resilience of nature.
• Delve into the history and ecology of the park at the Giant Forest Museum, which offers fascinating exhibits on the majestic sequoias and their ecosystem.
• Enjoy a peaceful picnic at Crescent Meadow Picnic Area, surrounded by lush meadows and towering sequoias, often referred to as the "Gem of the Sierra."
• Climb the steps of Moro Rock for a rewarding panoramic view of the Sierra Nevada mountains and the expansive wilderness of Sequoia National Park.
• Venture out onto the Tokopah Trailhead, where a scenic hike along the Kaweah River leads to the stunning Tokopah Falls, a cascading spectacle set against granite cliffs.
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Stand in awe of the General Sherman Tree, the largest tree on earth by volume, a living testament to the grandeur and resilience of nature.
• Delve into the history and ecology of the park at the Giant Forest Museum, which offers fascinating exhibits on the majestic sequoias and their ecosystem.
• Enjoy a peaceful picnic at Crescent Meadow Picnic Area, surrounded by lush meadows and towering sequoias, often referred to as the "Gem of the Sierra."
• Climb the steps of Moro Rock for a rewarding panoramic view of the Sierra Nevada mountains and the expansive wilderness of Sequoia National Park.
• Venture out onto the Tokopah Trailhead, where a scenic hike along the Kaweah River leads to the stunning Tokopah Falls, a cascading spectacle set against granite cliffs.
STARTING POINTS
-Generals Highway, from Kings Canyon NP, near the Montecito Lodge-Three Rivers, CA, near Lake Kaweah
-Slick Rock Recreation Area
RECOMMENDED START TIME: Before 8:00 a.m.
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Sequoia National Park Tour Stops
Things to do on the Tour Include:
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Little Baldy
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Wuksachi Lodge
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Tokopah Trailhead
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Lodgepole Visitor Center
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General Sherman Tree
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Crescent Meadow Picnic Area
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Tunnel Log
Meet the Creators
Gray Gleason
Narrator
I’ll be your guide on this tour. Press play to hear a sneak peek of the stories waiting for you as you browse.
Creators behind the Sequoia National Park Tour
Gray Gleason
Narrator
I’ll be your guide on this tour. Press play to hear a sneak peek of the stories waiting for you as you browse.
Rita Fowers
Writer/Editor
Favorite Quote:
"What man actually needs is not a tensionless state but rather the striving and struggling for some goal worthy of him." - Viktor Frankl
Rayne Warne
Writer & Managing Editor
Favorite Quote:
"Stories are machines inhabited by a god." - Bonnie Friedman
Matt Caracciolo
Writer & Editor
Favorite Quote:
"All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us." --J.R.R. Tolkien
Myra Morehart
Producer
Favorite Quote:
"The man who's too afraid to die is too afraid to live." - Clark Gable as Gay Langland in The Misfits.
Jack Chance
Producer
Favorite Quote:
“Just remember you don't always get what you go after, but you do get what you wouldn't have got if you hadn't gone after what you didn't get.” - Blaze Foley
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Sequoia National Park Tour FAQS
Information
Conditions can change fast. Please check these links for closures, alerts and local conditions before your trip. Stay informed so you can ensure a smooth ride for your trip.
Important Update!
Hi Shaka Guiders!
Sequoia’s foothill scenery and Giant Forest’s enormous trees make a wonderful cold-season adventure. When the main road is accessible, allow about 4–6 hours for selected drives, tree stops and a break, with extra time for winter conditions.
Snow changes the route: the Moro Rock and Crescent Meadow side road isn’t plowed, and General Sherman parking can move to the winter access area. The main Generals Highway can close during storms, and chain requirements may apply even to four-wheel-drive vehicles. Prepare your vehicle before heading uphill.
Check official road conditions and chain guidance and road planning information while planning and before departure. Those giant trees make a very special winter welcome!
Rayne
Sequoia tour producer
Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions:
- Storytelling based on firsthand travel and research
- More than a map and directions — your tour, fully guided
- Audio storytelling that plays as you drive
- Music and immersive sound to upgrade your drive
- Human-created, professionally narrated tours
- Pre-planned route with turn-by-turn directions
- Expert travel tips
- Offline access – works without data or wifi
- Flexible, self-paced experience
- One purchase per vehicle (not per person)
- Lifetime access (tours never expire)
- Reliable customer support
Exclusions:
- Private transportation (use your own or rental vehicle)
- Meals
- Attraction admission or park entrance fees
- Parking fees
- Live tour guide or in-person services
- Trip planning or booking services
- Fully customizable navigation like Google or Apple Maps
- On-demand route planning or custom directions
- Open-ended navigation tools
Tour FAQs
1. Where does the Sequoia National Park Tour go?
This tour has 17 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!
2. What should I pack for the Sequoia National Park Tour?
Sneakers
Hiking Clothes
Layers
Water Bottle
Food and Snacks
Bug Spray
Sunscreen
Sunglasses and/or hat
Headphones, for listening to the tour on the shuttle
Snacks
Cash
Car charger *Very Important*
Phone Mount
Hiking Clothes
Layers
Water Bottle
Food and Snacks
Bug Spray
Sunscreen
Sunglasses and/or hat
Headphones, for listening to the tour on the shuttle
Snacks
Cash
Car charger *Very Important*
Phone Mount
3. What should I budget for the Sequoia National Park Tour?
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.
Optional $15 ticket for Crystal Cave
Optional food, drinks, and souvenirs.
Entrance to the park is $35 per vehicle.
Optional $15 ticket for Crystal Cave
Optional food, drinks, and souvenirs.
4. What are the park hours for the Sequoia National Park Tour?
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:
Foothills Visitor Center: Open daily unless weather or safety conditions require a closure. Hours change with the season. Open 8:00am-5:00pm daily during the summer, and 9:00am-4:30pm during the off-season.
Giant Forest Museum: Open daily unless weather or safety conditions require a closure. Hours change with the season. Open 9:00am-6:00pm daily during the summer, and 9:00am-4:30pm during the off-season.
Lodgepole Visitor Center: Open seasonally, typically mid-May to mid-October. Open 8:00am-5:00pm daily during the high season.
Wuksachi Lodge: Lodge and restaurants open year-round. The Peaks restaurant is open 7:00am-8:00pm daily. The Wuksachi Pizza Deck is open 11:30am -3:00pm daily.
Here are the hours of operation for the visitor centers and facilities in the park:
Foothills Visitor Center: Open daily unless weather or safety conditions require a closure. Hours change with the season. Open 8:00am-5:00pm daily during the summer, and 9:00am-4:30pm during the off-season.
Giant Forest Museum: Open daily unless weather or safety conditions require a closure. Hours change with the season. Open 9:00am-6:00pm daily during the summer, and 9:00am-4:30pm during the off-season.
Lodgepole Visitor Center: Open seasonally, typically mid-May to mid-October. Open 8:00am-5:00pm daily during the high season.
Wuksachi Lodge: Lodge and restaurants open year-round. The Peaks restaurant is open 7:00am-8:00pm daily. The Wuksachi Pizza Deck is open 11:30am -3:00pm daily.
5. Can I join the Sequoia National Park Tour en route?
Yes! The tour has two starting points: Generals Highway, from Kings Canyon NP, near the Montecito Lodge, and Three Rivers, CA, near Lake Kaweah and Slick Rock Recreation Area. 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.
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.
6. Can I take the Sequoia National Park Tour in the opposite direction?
Yes! The tour goes in two directions: north to south, and south to north.
7. How is Shaka Guide Different from Other Navigation Apps?
Shaka Guide isn’t just about getting from point A to point B—it’s like having a local tour guide in your pocket.
As you walk, the app shares stories, history, local insights, and directions based on where you are. We’ve planned the route for you, but you can still explore at your own pace, pause the tour, skip stops, or spend more time wherever you like.
It’s not just about getting there—it’s about discovering the stories behind the places you’re visiting.
As you walk, the app shares stories, history, local insights, and directions based on where you are. We’ve planned the route for you, but you can still explore at your own pace, pause the tour, skip stops, or spend more time wherever you like.
It’s not just about getting there—it’s about discovering the stories behind the places you’re visiting.
8. Other Questions? Contact us!
Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at (808) 201-8138.
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.
The app works offline so even with spotty service we’ll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let’s explore together.
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.
The app works offline so even with spotty service we’ll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let’s explore together.