What a wonderful day, and the only way to see Yosemite for first timers and even those who have seen it all before. Pat makes lifetime memories with ease. We can not thank Pat enough for the effort he went to ensure we had an outstanding day and experience in Yosemite. Pat is a professional and expert at this but still treats you and makes you feel like family.
The only thing to say is do it, you will not be disappointed and the memories will last a lifetime.

Our family of 4 (sons 17 and 19) were able to see the best of Yosemite all in one day, thanks to Pat. He picked us up at 7am at our hotel and we were able to start a hike in total silence before the rest of the tourists started! He knows how to time the attractions so that you do not feel like you are amongst a bunch of tourists. He also knows alternate trails to use to avoid any crowds. Pat is kind and wants to know what YOU want to do. He will cater the day the best that he can so that you are happy. He has a wonderful sense of humor and is so easy to talk to. You can tell that he really enjoys what he does. We would highly recommend Pat. You won't be sorry!

My daughter and I had limited time to see Yosemite, and signing on with Pat was one of the wisest use of our time and travel dollars. Pat is a very warm, kind and talented person; while he is a professional, his knowledge and enthusiasm for photography and love for history made this trip an enjoyable educational experience!

I appreciated the way Pat cared for us with water, lunch, snacks, and location of the best bathroom stops! We both appreciated that he knew how to avoid the August crowds, made sure we saw and were able to photograph some wonderful sights!

If you are considering using Pat Althizer to do a photo tour of Yosemite, my advise is to book him immediately - don't wait!!

I'm an experienced underwater photographer and adventure traveller and was recently planning an upcoming Yosemite trip.My son and I wanted to photograph Yosemite on a full day excursion, and rather than try to figure out how to be at a given location at a correct time, I realized that it was so much more efficient to use a guide. And what a guide Pat is!!

He picked us up in an impeccably clean SUV, drove us to the various ideal vantage points, provided us food, water, Yosemite facts, and truly made our trip perfect. Pat suggested camera settings, reviewed images, and gave tips for improvement. My images turned out great, and it's because of his help: he took us to the best spots at the best time of day.

The strongest statement I can make regarding Pat Althizer and Photo Safari Yosemite Tours is that I'm going back soon: in Autumn 2012, February 2013, and in Spring of 2013. I can't wait!

Cameron A.