Explore Mt. Rainier
About this experience
Experience the magnitude and sheer awesomeness of Mt. Rainier - the most heavily glaciated peak in the lower 48!
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Enjoyable and informative tour of Mt. Rainier National Park! Knowledgeable and enthusiastic tour guide... Had several stops that included two short hikes. Light coffee/breakfast, hearty lunch, and lots of snacks.
What's Included
- Your friendly and knowledgeable guides have been featured in National Geographic, USA Today and the Seattle Times
- Explore this active volcano encased in over 35 sq. miles of snow and ice, old growth forest and stunning wildflower meadows
- Enjoy a scenic drive, wildlife viewing, and a short hike along one of the many beautiful trails of Mt. Rainier
What happens on the day
This escape offers ample opportunities for adventure, exploration, learning and just plain having fun. Mt. Rainier is an active volcano encased in over 35 square miles of snow and ice, surrounded by old growth forest and stunning wildflower meadows.
Lakes, waterfalls and river valleys connected to glaciers are just a few of the sights you'll see. We'll take out the binoculars and spot for birds and wildlife including marmots, coyotes, elk, deer, fox and black bear.
Your naturalist guide will lead you on a short hike along the Nisqually Vista trail or possibly something a little more challenging. You'll end your day by descending down the road to Longmire, the park's historical beginning.
So take a deep breath of fresh alpine air, and bask in the dramatic scenery as you explore one of America's most stunning sites - Mount Rainier.
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When Do I Choose A Date?
Either yourself or the lucky recipient can make a booking and select dates once you are in receipt of the voucher. You’ll register the voucher, follow the booking instructions, and your experience with us begins!
December - May:
Select Dates - 8:00 AM
June - December:
Daily - 8:00 AM
Important Details
Essential Information
- Participants must be at least 10 years old
- Includes pick-up and drop-off at your downtown Seattle hotel, cruise terminal, or downtown Arc'teryx retail store
- Led by highly qualified and knowledgeable guides
- Travel in adventure-outfitted Mercedes van or luxury SUV
- Morning snack with beverage and northwest "On Safari" lunch included
- All park entry fees are covered
- Comprehensive naturalist commentary
- Gratuity for your guide is not included but is appreciated
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Returns, Exchanges & Cancellations
Returns
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 14 days. All refunds will be made to the original purchaser.
Exchanges
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be exchanged for anything else in our marketplace at any time. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs more, you'll simply have to pay the difference. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs less, you'll have a credit towards your next booking with Virgin Gifts.
Cancellation Policy
Once you have scheduled a date and received a booking confirmation, no cancellations are allowed, however you may reschedule up to 7 days before your scheduled date with a $50 per person change fee. No changes are allowed within 7 days.
Customer Reviews
Enjoyable and informative tour of Mt. Rainier National Park! Knowledgeable and enthusiastic tour guide... Had several stops that included two short hikes. Light coffee/breakfast, hearty lunch, and lots of snacks.
We signed up for this trip in late May, where the weather was just starting to clear up consistently. I had planned on proposing to my future wife on this excursion, and had a planning discussion with our guide, Andrew, beforehand. He provided me with some ideas over where it could be performed, and assured me that it would not disrupt the experience for the rest of the group (there were 10 of us in total). On our drive to Mt. Rainier, Andrew provided us with commentary along the drive that was very interesting. As we were entering the park before the summer season, not all routes were open. Andrew stopped at some hiking trails along the way to Paradise (highest point that we reached), where he explained to us the different type of flora in the Pacific Northwest. To be honest, I normally have no interest in learning much about the life of trees, but after spending time looking at hundred year old trees that have trees within trees, I was very impressed. Andrew also took us to a few waterfalls along the way where the views were breathtaking. Upon reaching Paradise, Andrew prepared a lunch for us that was much better than you expected. It was a healthy gourmet lunch, with gluten and dairy free options (for those on dietary restrictions). He also brought us snow shoes, that allowed us to walk around in the snow while at Paradise. I highly recommend this trip, but also suggest that you call beforehand to see which routes of the park are open. If you are planning on visiting a glacier, you may only get to visit it during the summer.
Our guide was very friendly, knowledgable, and energetic. The entire event was very well thought out and we were able to experience a wide range of view of Mt. Rainier and the National Park. We were aided by a fantastic bit of weather that opened up incredible views of the mountain. The wildflowers were in full bloom, huckleberries were abundant, and the mountain impressed with it's sheer scale. Whether you've been to Mt. Rainier National Park before or not, you owe it to yourself to take this trip if you have the chance. I learned a lot about the park and mountain history. Oh, and lastly the snacks and lunch provided on the trip were top notch. Kudos all around to Evergreen Escapes.
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