Our Mission

Yosemite Adventure Guides(YAG) is committed to providing visitors to Yosemite and the Sierra Nevadas a guided adventure that meets their exact specifications, while also promoting family/group bonding, cultivating a passion for nature and creating joyful memories.  We deliver on that commitment by providing easy access to Adventure Coordinators, informed and passionate Guides, fully customizable tours and a wide array of available locations and modalities. 

Our Vision

Yosemite Adventure Guides continually strives to be the industry leader in sustainable and educational adventure travel in Yosemite and throughout the Sierra Nevada.

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Team Members

YAG is committed to providing an amazing working environment where each team member is encouraged to create, inspire, motivate and empower through an integrative team structure and profit sharing program. We believe that a team that treats each other with respect and dignity will offer the same to our guests and the communities they serve! 

Guest Experience

At YAG, we specialize in private, customizable tours because we believe that every adventure should be as unique as the guests we serve. This personalized approach allows us to be involved in every detail—from planning to farewell—ensuring an unforgettable experience tailored just for you.
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Our passion for Yosemite and the Sierra, its breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and thrilling outdoor adventures, drives us to create meaningful and lasting memories for every guest. With YAG, you're more than just a visitor—you’re part of the family!

Growth

We are excited by all that Yosemite has to offer and we can’t wait to share it with our guests! That is why we are always out scouting new locations, upgrading our equipment, taking innovative courses to learn new skills and information and going on new adventures all throughout Yosemite and the Sierras! We also recognize that revenue is an integral part of continuing to serve our guests, team members and community, so we will continually strive to be better than the best in our class.

Stewardship

Our deep passion and respect for Yosemite and the Sierra are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to preserving these incredible landscapes by practicing Leave No Trace principles, utilizing the most environmentally friendly outdoor technology, and upholding the highest standards of wilderness etiquette.

Safety

Every Yosemite Adventure Guides (YAG) guide is uniquely trained and highly experienced, ensuring they are the perfect fit for your private adventure. Our guides bring a wealth of personal and professional expertise, combined with specialized training to provide a safe, knowledgeable, and unforgettable experience.
Each guide holds a minimum certification of Wilderness First Responder, with some also EMT-certified for added safety. Additionally, all guides and drivers undergo rigorous background checks and routine drug and alcohol testing, so you can have complete peace of mind knowing your family is in the best hands.