Mt. Rainier National Park Highlights Tour
- 10–12 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Mobile ticket
Highlights
On this full-day tour of Washington State’s Mt Rainier, you’ll visit the majestic 14,411-foot (4,392-m) volcano and learn about the area from your informative guide. You’ll also explore local treasures like lakes, old growth forest and waterfalls en-route from Seattle to Mt Rainier. Nature lovers won’t want to miss this! In winter and spring snowshoeing and sledding are included at no extra charge. Hiking will be offered as well PLEASE WEAR appropriate clothes and shoes. Our company picks up at hotels and spends more time in the park than others. a photographers paradise.
Inclusions
What's included
- Transport by air-conditioned fully insured Commercial Bus
- Professional guide
- Our phone lines are attended by a live Representative during Business hours
- Park Admission Fees
- Pickup and drop-off from select downtown Seattle and airport hotels
What's not
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks (Varies based on what you choose)
Itinerary
Scenic lake on the way to the Mountain
Stop is made here only when roads are unexpectedly closed in the park. In this small town there are several points of interest: The Hobo Inn, historic Lutheran Church, Mt. Rainier scenic railroad and the biggest sasquatch you have ever seen.
Base camp for mountain climbers
animal exhibits, native American history and stories, pioneer information, volcanology info. Transportation exibit.
2nd growth forest, hot springs, hike, history (subject to change based on weather and road conditions).
Where we offer optional hikes, take in viewpoints, gift shop. Trail of Shadows, suspension bridge. Lodge.
A popular waterfall off of the road that is framed by a stone bridge. (subject to change based on weather and road conditions).
One of the most scenic waterfalls to see in the park. (subject to change based on weather and road conditions).
*** PLEASE NOTE ACCESS TO PARADISE DURING THE WINTER MONTHS IS DICTATED DAILY BY THE PARK based on road conditions. PLEASE PLAN YOUR TRIP ACCORDINGLY IF THIS IS A STOP YOU ARE DESIRING**** Alpine meadow where in wintertime we offer snowshoeing and hiking. There's a visitor's center, gift shops, food Generally considered the highlight of the day the amount of time spent here can vary depending on weather conditions and visibility. (subject to change based on weather and road conditions).
A tree huggers dream: We walk a quarter mile loop trail through old growth forest-giants many hundreds of years old.
Small Alpine Lakes available only to see in season excluding winter time. When there is no breeze the reflection of the mountain looks like a mirror and pictures taken look fake. (subject to change based on weather and road conditions).
Only available during summer months. This stop would replace the stop at Paradise. NOT all guides offer this itinerary. Stops here are rare and special and may not be available on your tour date. Road is bumpy
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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5Kevin was our guide and...
Kevin was our guide and did a fabulous job showing us the sights of Mt Ranier. Would recommend this tour, it provided ample time to do some short hikes as well as spend time at the visitor center.
2We were happy to see...
We were happy to see stops along the way to Mt. Rainier. But our tour was much less than we expected. Our driver, William, was less than professional with his body language, his lack of information along the trip, and his guidance along the way. He used little or no eye contact as guests ended their trip not did he ever mention Viator as we left. We spent 2-3 hours of the day picking up and dropping off other riders. Why not have folks all meet at one location? We would not recommend this tour.
5Kevin was knowledgeable...
Kevin was knowledgeable and amazing guide. We were fortunate enough to get a partial view of the mountain, and it was snowing. The stops were perfectly timed, and I felt like we did a lot. It was an amazing day.
5Fantastic tour!! - from a solo female traveler
I had such a great time doing this tour! It is by far the highlight of my entire trip to Seattle. Our guide William was fantastic and knowledgeable. Thanks to him we were able to beat the crowds everywhere and i felt like we had enough time to hit up the best spots for the weather we had. I even made some lovely friends along the way that i'm greatful for. It's worth every penny going on this trip. It takes all the normal stress out of going if you have someone who knows the roads driving instead of you and who can help make the most out of your trip no matter the weather. Even though it was too cloudy to see Mount Tahoma, i still saw the best views of my life.
5Outstanding tour
Our trip to Mount Rainier was fabulous. Joel, our guide, was knowledgeable, entertaining and really looked after all passengers. The tour was extremely well planned and provided a range of activities, which enabled all on the tour to join in at their level of ability. We had photo stops, time to walk and explore the stunning scenery, visited waterfalls and walked in old growth forests. Joel walked with us and answered questions as we went along. There were ample toilet breaks and time to purchase supplies at the start and end of the tour as well as opportunities to purchase souvenirs. Bottled water was available throughout the day. We had a brilliant time, thank you Joel!
5Kevin is amazing! Highly recommend it
Kevin is an amazing tour guide - he told us a bunch of funny stories about Seattle history, the Twilight series and of course, Mount Rainier. Love his enthusiasm, candor and sense of humor. The mountain was not visible but that can always happen in October. Please bring good shoes with traction. I do highly recommend this tour to others!
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 24 travellers
- Operated by
- Customized Tours
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is recommended to dress in layers and wear comfortable walking shoes (waterproof hiking shoes preferred, in winter boots are best). In Nov – Jun, please dress for snowy conditions. Bring a pair of extra socks
- PLEASE NOTE: You are taking a risk during the winter months. The tour route and itinerary will vary depending on the weather conditions and road closures. No refunds will be offered unless the park is closed.
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- The seasons, weather, and elevation partially determine what you’ll see on your tour. During the weekdays, mid October-April, there are limited food services available in the National Park. Customers will have an opportunity to purchase food en route. Also, the Henry M Jackson Visitor Center located at Paradise, has limited hours during these months. *** PLEASE NOTE STARTING ACCESS TO PARADISE IS DICTATED DAILY BY THE PARK DURING THE WINTER MONTHS based on road conditions**** PLEASE PLAN YOUR TRIP ACCORDINGLY IF THIS IS A STOP YOU ARE DESIRING. No refunds will be offered unless the park is closed
- Each tour guide provides a unique experience. NO tour is the same. The day's itinerary is dictated by the guide. The schedule is based off the guide's experience with weather conditions and what is accessible in the park the day of your tour. Your tour guide will provide you with an outline of the day upon pick up.
- ****PLEASE check out the Mt. Rainier National Parks direct website for updated weather forecast and road closures ****
How it compares in Seattle
- Its from-price is 59% below the median of the 99 day trips we list in Seattle.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 1 of 99.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Seattle
Seattle is a Pacific Northwest port city between Puget Sound and Lake Washington, with the Space Needle, a harbour market and Mount Rainier on the horizon.
Seattle fills the narrow land between Puget Sound and Lake Washington, with the Olympic Mountains to the west and Mount Rainier to the south-east on clear days. The Space Needle, built for the 1962 World's Fair, stands in Seattle Center beside the Museum of Pop Culture. Pike Place Market, open since 1907, overlooks the waterfront with fish stalls, flower sellers and crafts.
Top-ranked sights in Seattle: Pike Place Market, Pioneer Square, Space Needle.
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