Yosemite FireFall Weekend

Day 1—Friday: Arrival + FireFall

  • Airport pickup (around 8–8:15 AM)

Dinner Suggestion:

  • Dinner at the Airbnb or Yosemite food court

Heading to the Airbnb.

  • Grocery pickup

Night: stargazing at the Airbnb, board games, sleep, or whatever you prefer.

Day 2 – Saturday: Yosemite Falls Hike & Firefall.

  • Breakfast early at 9 am

  • Leaving the Airbnb at 10 AM and heading up to Visit Tunnel View (viewpoint) for 15-20 mins

  • Visit Bridal Veil Falls (viewpoint) for 15-20 mins.

  • Reach Yosemite Valley at 11:30 am. Visit the gift stores and grab some snacks. (for 30-40 mins)

  • Park at Yosemite Lower Falls trailhead around 1 PM

  • Visit Yosemite Lower Falls. Easy hike, quick, family-friendly (AllTrails link)

  • Break and food time

  • El capitán Meadow for the firefall at Horsetail Fall (viewpoint)

Dinner Suggestion:

  • Late dinner at Airbnb or any restaurant of your choice

Night

  • stargazing at the Airbnb, board games, sleep, or whatever you prefer

    Best time for stargazing: 10:00 PM–12:00 AM (New moon ideal—check lunar calendar)

Day 3 – Sunday: Sequoia Grove Exploration

  • Early breakfast, pack up at 8 am

  • Check out at 9 am.

Visit Mariposa Grove

  • Leave Yosemite by 1–2 PM to avoid late traffic.

  • Grab lunch on our way back to San Francisco or eat on the way.

  • Back to SF by 7–8 PM

Important Notice:
Please note that this itinerary trip is not 100% guaranteed as planned. While we do our best to follow the published itinerary, changes may occur due to weather conditions, trail or road closures, safety concerns, or other factors beyond our control.

We ask all participants to remain flexible and understanding and to be prepared for adjustments to the schedule, locations, or accommodations if necessary. By booking, you agree to accept such changes as part of the group travel experience.

Packing Essentials for Yosemite:

  • Comfortable hiking shoes or boots with grip

  • comfortable light cloth for daytime

  • Reusable water bottle or hydration pack

  • Snacks or trail food

  • Sunglasses, sunscreen, and hat

  • Small backpack or daypack

  • Flashlight or headlamp

  • swimsuit for the hot tub

What to Bring for Stargazing:

  • Warm layers

  • Optional: Phone with a star app (like SkyView or Stellarium)

  • Optional: binoculars or camera with tripod

  • Optional: Thermos with hot drink

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