Mt. Rainier highlights - old forest, falls and glaciers
WOW Nature Tours - Susan Hill
4.8
Anyssa_V
90 days ago
It was an absolutely beautiful experience. The This was an outstanding experience and our guide showed us the best of the park. She was so welcoming, sweet, knowledgeable, and so accommodating. We had a smaller group and made the best of the tour. An absolutely dream tour of mt rainier.
On this tour to Mt. Rainier National Park there is a lot of diversity from alpine environment to old growth forest in lower elevation. We drive to the highlights in the park and you will experience diverse landscapes and scenery such as glaciers, mountains, waterfalls, rivers, and tall trees in old-growth forest. There will be time allocated (1-2 hours) to explore some areas where you can hike on trails. In the winter areas of the park may be closed some days and not all highlights will be accessible at times - from November to June snowshoes/crampons will be provided when necessary since there is often snow on the trails in those months.
Departure Point
- We will meet outside Sephora next to the big arch on 415 Pine St. I will be wearing a pink flower fleece pullover, so it should be easy to spot me.
Return Details
- We will meet outside Sephora next to the big arch on 415 Pine St. I will be wearing a pink flower fleece pullover, so it should be easy to spot me.
Duration
10 hours - 11 hours
Points of Interest
Stop At: Mount Rainier
55210 238th Avenue East, , Washington
We drive to Mt. Rainier National Park (2 hours) and hike from the visitor center at Paradise for about a mile where we picnic close to some giant glaciers. We then hike back for a mile and drive to viewpoints with panoramic views and we see the Narada Falls and the Christine Falls, old growth forests with a thousand year old big trees and the Reflection Lakes. In Winter and Spring seasons (November-June) we will snowshoe rather than hiking - no experience required.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Seattle
Seattle, Washington
Pick up and drop off is in Seattle downtown.
Duration: 3 minutes
Stop At: Space Needle
400 Broad Street, Seattle, Washington
Alternatively, pick up and drop off is near the Space Needle, if requested.
Duration: 3 minutes
Stop At: Paradise
Paradise, Washington
We hike about a mile near the glaciers in the area of Paradise in 5,500 feet elevation. This is also where the main visitor center is located in Mt. Rainier National Park.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Narada Falls
Paradise Rd, Paradise, Washington
We hike to the bottom of Narada Falls - 168-foot fall near Paradise.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Reflection Lakes
Washington
We see the Reflection Lakes where Mt. Rainier is often reflected in the summer time. In the winter the lake is frozen and the road is closed.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Christine Falls Viewpoint
Paradise Road, Washington
We see the Christine Falls under the old stone bridge.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Longmire
Longmire, Washington
We walk in old-growth forest in the National Park near Longmire in lower elevation.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for travelers with knee or hip problems
- Trekking poles
- Crampons
- All Fees and Taxes
- Snowshoes
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the WOW Nature Tours - Susan Hill in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
On this tour to Mt. Rainier National Park there is a lot of diversity from alpine environment to old growth forest in lower elevation. We drive to the highlights in the park and you will experience diverse landscapes and scenery such as glaciers, mountains, waterfalls, rivers, and tall trees in old-growth forest. There will be time allocated (1-2 hours) to explore some areas where you can hike on trails. In the winter areas of the park may be closed some days and not all highlights will be accessible at times - from November to June snowshoes/crampons will be provided when necessary since there is often snow on the trails in those months.
Departure Point
- We will meet outside Sephora next to the big arch on 415 Pine St. I will be wearing a pink flower fleece pullover, so it should be easy to spot me.
Return Details
- We will meet outside Sephora next to the big arch on 415 Pine St. I will be wearing a pink flower fleece pullover, so it should be easy to spot me.
Duration
10 hours - 11 hours
Points of Interest
Stop At: Mount Rainier
55210 238th Avenue East, , Washington
We drive to Mt. Rainier National Park (2 hours) and hike from the visitor center at Paradise for about a mile where we picnic close to some giant glaciers. We then hike back for a mile and drive to viewpoints with panoramic views and we see the Narada Falls and the Christine Falls, old growth forests with a thousand year old big trees and the Reflection Lakes. In Winter and Spring seasons (November-June) we will snowshoe rather than hiking - no experience required.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Seattle
Seattle, Washington
Pick up and drop off is in Seattle downtown.
Duration: 3 minutes
Stop At: Space Needle
400 Broad Street, Seattle, Washington
Alternatively, pick up and drop off is near the Space Needle, if requested.
Duration: 3 minutes
Stop At: Paradise
Paradise, Washington
We hike about a mile near the glaciers in the area of Paradise in 5,500 feet elevation. This is also where the main visitor center is located in Mt. Rainier National Park.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Narada Falls
Paradise Rd, Paradise, Washington
We hike to the bottom of Narada Falls - 168-foot fall near Paradise.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Reflection Lakes
Washington
We see the Reflection Lakes where Mt. Rainier is often reflected in the summer time. In the winter the lake is frozen and the road is closed.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Christine Falls Viewpoint
Paradise Road, Washington
We see the Christine Falls under the old stone bridge.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Longmire
Longmire, Washington
We walk in old-growth forest in the National Park near Longmire in lower elevation.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for travelers with knee or hip problems
- Trekking poles
- Crampons
- All Fees and Taxes
- Snowshoes
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the WOW Nature Tours - Susan Hill in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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Anyssa_V
It was an absolutely beautiful experience. The This was an outstanding experience and our guide showed us the best of the park. She was so welcoming, sweet, knowledgeable, and so accommodating. We had a smaller group and made the best of the tour. An absolutely dream tour of mt rainier.
BerlinRaj_R
A good experience with a knowledgeable guide. Was well managed and planned by the guide and value for the money.
neilhI9176WJ
Indeed, WOW is right! Susan was a wonderful guide, with a thoughtful response to every question and an inviting, warm demeanor. And she’s fun! I watched her lead the way for some “sledding” on trash bags at the request of our group. From Rainier, to Narada Falls, to the old growth forest, this was a great day…thanks to Susan! -Wesley
mandy a
Second part of the drive to Mt Rainier was already beautiful. Nice smaller road through beautiful landscape, with colorful autumn leaves. In de Nat. Park we took a 3 h hike to the waterfalls, which was stunning. We had bit of rain but this cleared up and when we reached the waterfalls all was covered in snow. Our guide Susan was great showing us the best spots for pictures and bringing snowclamps for our shoes which were very useful. Overall a wonderful experience.
Companion44649916947
A very beautiful hike! The waterfalls were so pretty. Some trees were starting to turn so we got to see the fall colors in the mountains.