Sequoia National Park: Visiting the 3000-year-old Giants
About this experience
Contemporaries of Rome, they witnessed the birth of Antiquity. Reaching heights of up to 85 meters, they approached the Babylonian tower. And the width of their trunks was enough to make a home for people. All this is about the wooden 'titans' of the planet. Giant sequoias. Today they grow only in the protected groves of California, in the Sierra Nevada mountains. This is one of our favorite national parks in the USA, and we would be happy to introduce you to it!
What to Expect
California Journey
The trip to the park will take about five hours one way. The road will partially pass through rural areas - you will see endless California farms and learn how lemons, mandarins, strawberries, almonds, and olives are grown in California. Along the way, you will learn about the history of the state and be able to ask any questions.
Fairytale world of sequoias
We will drive through the park, walk through several groves with giant sequoias, and breathe the cleanest air. We will stroll inside a fallen trunk that once served as a home for a whole family of Wild West settlers. We will show you the two largest sequoias: General Grant (81.5 meters) and General Sherman (85 meters). We will tell you about the reasons for the phenomenal sizes and ages of these trees and their peculiarities. Additionally, in the park, you will see the most beautiful meadow and in the evening climb to the top of Moro granite rock, offering an unparalleled view of the entire park.
Organizational Details
The price includes transfer with fuel, park admission, and guide accompaniment. Food is additionally paid.
Transport and Time
- The trip to the national park from Los Angeles takes about five hours one way. The exact travel time depends on the location of your hotel and traffic.
- In the morning, we will pick you up near your accommodation, and in the evening, we will take you back.
- The journey is made in a Ford C-Max Energi minivan with a large panoramic roof. There is enough headroom in the cabin, and the car is comfortable for 3 passengers.
Food
- The choice of food in the park and nearby is quite limited. The park is located in the mountains, far from major urban areas. You can only have a meal at one cafe on the territory where we will stop immediately (about five hours after leaving Los Angeles).
- On the way back, we can stop for dinner (at 19:00-20:00).
- Please inquire about food questions in advance.
Other Details
- The excursion will take 15-17 hours, so we recommend getting a good night's sleep and having a hearty breakfast.
- Comfortable footwear and clothing are also necessary.
- Most of the route does not require special physical preparation, but at the end, we will climb at a leisurely pace up the steps to the top of Moro Mountain, equivalent to climbing 15-20 floors on foot. If you wish, we can exclude this part.
