I stumbled on the Y Explore website as I tried to find an outfit to introduce my friend and me to snowshoeing and also exploring on our first trip to Yosemite. I was impressed with John's website and figured I'd just give him a call. I was even more impressed after talking to him. Their attention to detail leading up... more

If you enjoy spectacular outdoor scenery and wish to explore this National Park with a personal guide who can unfold the majesty and wonder, then YExplore is your choice. They specialize in custom trips with a cadre of hiking and photographer guides that know every nook and cranny in the park. You can expect that your personalized trip will be... more

My wife found Yexplore when she was looking for a guide to take us to halfdome in Yosemite. From the beginning John (the owner) was helpful. We have 5 children, 9 year old triplets and 16 year old twins, and John and Jacob guided us to the top of halfdome, even the little ones. Everybody coming down from the top... more

In June 2007, I planned to hike Half Dome and had prepped for it for a couple of months in the San Francisco Bay Area. After a hiker had fallen from the cables the week before I was scheduled to go, I decided a guide might be a good idea rather than attempt the hike alone, the first time. I... more

We found Y Explorers through a recommendation of the B&B where we had made reservations in Groveland, CA last April. I sent an e-mail inquiring about what tours were available. John called me back and was very helpful in outlining the tours that would be most appropriate for our family (2 adults with kids ages 10 & 12). John was... more

I was lookiing for a company to guide me in hikes in Yosemite to make the most of a 5 day vacation with 3 days for hiking in October 2007. In addition this company is geared towards photo tours and was able to offer guidelines and spots to take the most scenic shots. I and my friends were highly satisfied... more

I found this company while searching for photography tours in Yosemite. John, the owner was very helpful. He contacted me to see exactly what I was interested in doing. He confirmed the plan with me before the trip. During the actual tour, the owner and the photographer were both very professional, knowledgeable, helpful and attentive. They made sure that they... more