Yosemite Backpacking Trips

Backpacking - Alpine Lakes Yoga Retreat - Itinerary

  • ABOUT THE TRIP:
    This trip is for those who desire to practice yoga within the peaceful confines of the Sierra wilderness. This trip takes you deep into a seemingly unspoiled subalpine environment where granite peaks, clear lakes, cascading streams, and wildflower filled meadows captivate all who travel here. You'll be traveling with a friendly mountain guide and a professional, knowledgeable yoga instructor who will facilitate your journey. Immerse yourself in beautiful scenery, peaceful afternoons, yoga sessions and connect yourself to the nature around you.

    ACCOMMODATIONS:
    Our first night is spent in chalet lodging on beautiful Bass Lake. Facilities include lakeside pool and hot tub, as well as tennis courts, market and restaurants. Chalets contain two queen beds and a fold out queen and are shared among trip participants (3-4 per chalet) unless otherwise arranged.

    GROUP SIZE:
    3-12 participants with 1-2 guides.

    GRADE:
    Moderate: On- and off-trail hiking or backpacking on uneven terrain with modest to difficult climbs. These trips are up to five days in duration and the commitment level varies by trip.

    Yoga:
    All levels of yoga experience are welcome and sessions are catered to the groups' abilities

    EQUIPMENT:
    SYMG can supply all needed personal (backpacks, sleeping bags, ground pads, tents) and group camping equipment if requested on the registration form. There is no additional charge for this service. You may print from our web page a detailed gear list, directions, and this itinerary. Bring your own yoga mat. Yoga specific aids are not required.

    MEALS:
    Meals begin with lunch the second day and are provided through breakfast and trail snacks the last day. Our "Backcountry Gourmet" meals have been acclaimed in Sunset Magazine.

    COST OF THE TRIP:
    $895 per person 3-6 person group size
    $795 per person 7-11 person group size

    YOUR COST INCLUDES:
    Meals provided, camping gear, shared accommodations, yoga instructor and mountain guide(s).

    NOT INCLUDED:
    Personal gear (including yoga mat), meals at the Pines Resort, tips for guides (10-20% of trip fee), transportation, optional trip cancellation insurance.

    PREPARATION:
    We recommend increasing your exercise routine in the month prior to the trip to increase your cardiovascular/aerobic ability. Hiking, with a backpack, preferably on hills and off pavement is excellent practice. A beginning practice of yoga is also helpful.

    Day 1:
    Check in at the Pines Resort on Bass Lake anytime after 4 PM. Meet your guide and yoga instuctor in the Pines Lobby at 6PM for a brief trip orientation. Choose from several local restaurants for dinner.

  • Day 2:
    After breakfast we drive to our remote trailhead and prepare for the day. We'll hike approximately 6 miles to one of the Alpine Lakes where we'll make our home for then next four nights. In the evening there will be an hour session of yoga before dinner. Practice will include hip openers and grounding in one's self. After yoga there is time to swim or relax as your guide(s) prepare a healthy and delicious dinner.

  • Days 3 & 4:
    Our group will choose from several options each day. Each morning will start with breath work and an energizing yoga practice before a hike. Optional hikes include a summit of a nearby peak, a trip to the upper lakes, or just stay near camp and relax, read or photograph. The open wilderness surrounding camp provides ample room for personal reflection and relaxation. In the evening there will be an hour session of yoga before another yummy dinner. Stargazing and warming campfires round out spectacular days in the High Sierra, leaving you feeling centered and renewed while immersed in the peacefulness of nature.

  • Day 5:
    The morning will again start with breath work and an energizing yoga practice. After breakfast we hike back to the trailhead and will arrive back at Bass Lake in the early afternoon in time for a swim before heading home.

  • Day 5:
    An early breakfast and departure will put us back at the resort on Bass Lake with time to use the hot tubs or a swim before heading home.

  • Please call the SYMG office with any questions ~ 800 231-4575

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