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Auction Ends: Oct 23, 2010 09:00 PM EDT

Travel

Find the Biggest Trees: Your Adventure in Sequoia and Kings Canyon

Item Number
108
Estimated Value
2010 USD
Sold
2000 USD to kmerritt
Number of Bids
1  -  Bid History

Item Description

Enjoy a stroll under the majestic giant sequoias of Giant Forest and Grant Grove as you journey with a local expert in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and pay a visit to the top five largest trees in the world including the General Sherman Tree and our nation's Christmas tree, the General Grant Tree. Learn the history and naming of each tree. Along the way you will also experience the fascinating features of fallen sequoia trees used as cabins, the stump of a tree once exhibited at the Chicago World's Fair in 1892 and the only tree you can "drive through" in the parks. This experience is off-the-beaten path of the everyday visitor, enjoyed with your own personal naturalist and will be truly unforgettable. Where else can you take your photo in front of the world's five largest trees?

Special Highlights: This exclusive travel package offers its participants an in-depth tour of the biggest trees in the world by a local expert. Also provided is a tour of Crystal Cave. Sequoia and Kings Canyon are home to over 200 caves. Crystal Cave offers a unique opportunity to experience the underground world of our parks on a guided 45 minute tour.

 

Item Special Note

This package can accommodate up to 4 persons. This is a kid-friendly experience and all ages are welcome. The physical requirements may include up to 1200 feet total walking elevation change in each park.

Package includes:

  • 2 nights lodging at Wuksachi Lodge in Sequoia National Park
  • 2 nights lodging at John Muir Lodge in Kings Canyon National Park 
  • 4 breakfasts for 4 people
  • Park entrance fee
  • 4 Crystal Cave tickets
  • 2 full day tours with a Sequoia Field Institute naturalist
  • An assortment of sequoia books, maps and educational items
  • A Sequoia Natural History Association Family Membership and member benefits for one year
  • Day hiking equipment available for loan upon request

This package does not include airfare, car rental or any travel costs associated. Participants are also responsible for some meals not included in the package.

Dates: Due to weather conditions and the operation of Crystal Cave, suggested dates would fall between mid-May and late October. It would be advised that the participant call for travel advise and naturalist reservations before confirming any travel plans.