Yosemite Nights: 90-Minute Stargazing and Stories Tour
At a glance
Yosemite Nights: 90-Minute Stargazing and Stories Tour is a 1h 30m small-group experience in Yosemite National Park, USA, operated by Yosemite Alpine Quest. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 53 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $90 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Live Telescope Viewing, Hand Warmers, Binoculars.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 15 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- Group
- Small group, up to 15 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Travellers
- 1–15 per booking · adult required
- Ages
- Child 2–12 · Adult 13–99
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Options & availability
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Yosemite Nights: 90-Minute Stargazing and Stories Tour
from $90
- Days:
- Every day
- Start times:
- 17:30, 18:00, 18:30, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00, 20:30
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
Overview
Begin your stargazing adventure by meeting your guide, then sit back and watch as the valley transforms.
Thousands of stars appearing, constellations sharpening into view, and, during the right time of year, the hazy band of the Milky Way stretching overhead.
Listen as your guide shares captivating stories of our human connection to the night sky.
Learn why Venus and Jupiter shine brighter than any star in the sky. Use your hands to measure the stars the way Polynesian navigators did.
Use binoculars to get a closer look, then dive even deeper with live telescope viewing!
Hear fascinating stories about the history and structure of the universe and how we have found meaning, purpose, and joy within it.
And don't forget to keep an eye out for satellites and shooting stars overhead!
What's included
What's included
- Live Telescope Viewing
- Hand Warmers
- Binoculars
- Propane Heaters
- Premium Ghirardelli Hot Chocolate
- Take-Home Deep Sky Photographs
- Camp Chairs
Not included
- Additional National Park Entrance Fee (Non-U.S. Residents Only) USD 100.00 per person
- Park pass
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 1h 30m
On a clear, moonless night in Yosemite Valley, the sky turns on in a way most people have never seen before. You’ll see far more stars than you’re used to in the city, with big constellations like Orion and the Big Dipper standing out clearly, and in the right season a hazy band of the Milky Way stretching across the sky. The granite walls of El Capitan and Half Dome become dark silhouettes framing the stars, while bright planets, the Pleiades, and even the faint Andromeda Galaxy appear with a little guidance and a laser pointer. You’ll likely catch a few shooting stars or satellites drifting by, all while the valley itself quiets down: cool air dropping off the cliffs, the river in the background, and the feeling that almost everyone else has gone to bed and left this version of Yosemite just for you.
Meeting point
We will send you a pin with the exact meetup location where your guide will be waiting to meet you
Traveller ratings
4.9
55 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor
- 5 ★ 52
- 4 ★ 2
- 3 ★ 0
- 2 ★ 1
- 1 ★ 0
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Yosemite Nights: 90-Minute Stargazing and Stories Tour take?
The experience lasts about 1h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $90 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Live Telescope Viewing; Hand Warmers; Binoculars; Propane Heaters; Premium Ghirardelli Hot Chocolate; Take-Home Deep Sky Photographs.
Where does it start?
We will send you a pin with the exact meetup location where your guide will be waiting to meet you
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 53 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Yosemite National Park.
