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Women’s Guided National Park Trips 🥾

There are the national parks and then there are THE national parks. Similarly, there are national park tours and there are the “living your best life/feel like a badass/bond with new besties” national park tours. We run the latter.

Climb the cables of Half Dome in Yosemite, rappel and rock scramble around remote areas of Zion, ride to your dinner on horseback in Yellowstone, howl from our favorite summits in the Smokies, or squeeze through slot canyons in Canyonlands. Look, we don’t care if you’ve never seen a purple mountain or its majesties (hey, us either)—come play with us!

Featured National Park Trips 👇

A woman smiles at the hot springs of Yellowstone National Park on a women-only guided tour

1 Yellowstone Hiking & Hot Springs

  • Hike off the beaten trails without missing the best of Yellowstone.
  • Incredible wildlife, gushing geysers, waterfalls, mountains, canyons, and sunrises.
  • Cowboy-style dinners under a star-filled sky and pop-up surprises by our expert guides.
  • See the best in 4 days or explore deeper in 7 days. Your choice!
Explore Yellowstone
A woman kayaking on a women-only Alaska adventure tour with Explorer Chick

2 Alaska Hiking, Glaciers, Kayaking, & More

  • 7 days discovering Alaska’s hidden wilderness and venture into the heart of the USA’s LARGEST national park.
  • Ice climbing, sea kayaking through icebergs, and trekking on glaciers — trust us, your jaw will be on the floor.
  • Scenic bush plane flight over glaciers and mountains
  • Remote, crowd-free accommodation you’ll never forget!!
Explore Alaska

All National Park Trips

Yosemite National Park Hiking Tour
Yosemite National Park Hiking Tour

4 DAYS, CALIFORNIA

Hiking, National Park, US-Based, Weekend
Locally Unique
Yellowstone Women’s Hiking and Hot Springs Weekend New
Yellowstone Women’s Hiking and Hot Springs Weekend

4 DAYS, WYOMING

Hiking, Hot Springs, National Park, US-Based, Weekend, Wildlife
Hotel
Yosemite Half Dome Backpacking
Yosemite Half Dome Backpacking

4 DAYS, CALIFORNIA

Backpacking, Bucket List, Hiking, National Park, US-Based, Weekend
Backpacking
Alaska Hiking, Kayaking, and Glacier Tour
Alaska Hiking, Kayaking, and Glacier Tour

7 DAYS, ALASKA

Bucket List, Glacier Trek, Hiking, Ice Climbing, Multisport, National Park, Paddling, US-Based, Water Sports, Wildlife
Hotel, Locally Unique
Women’s Smoky Mountain Boots and Roots Hiking Trip
Women’s Smoky Mountain Boots and Roots Hiking Trip

4 DAYS, TENNESSEE

Glamping, Hiking, National Park, Smoky Mountains, Weekend
Glamping
Zion and Bryce Hiking and Glamping
Zion and Bryce Hiking and Glamping

4 DAYS, UTAH

Glamping, Hiking, Multisport, National Park, Rappelling, US-Based, Weekend
Glamping
Shenandoah Hiking, Winery, and Sunsets Weekend
Shenandoah Hiking, Winery, and Sunsets Weekend

3 DAYS, VIRGINIA

Hiking, Multisport, National Park, US-Based, Weekend
Locally Unique
Maine and Acadia National Park Hiking Adventure
Maine and Acadia National Park Hiking Adventure

7 DAYS, MAINE

Glamping, Hiking, National Park, Paddling, US-Based, Water Sports, Wildlife
Locally Unique, Glamping
Great Smoky Mountains Hiking, Rafting and Glamping Weekend
Great Smoky Mountains Hiking, Rafting and Glamping Weekend

4 DAYS, TENNESSEE

Glamping, Hiking, National Park, Smoky Mountains, Weekend, White Water Rafting
Glamping
Utah Ultimate National Parks Hiking Road Trip
Utah Ultimate National Parks Hiking Road Trip

8 DAYS, UTAH

Hiking, National Park, US-Based
Shared House, Glamping
Moab and Arches National Parks Hiking Weekend
Moab and Arches National Parks Hiking Weekend

4 DAYS, UTAH

Hiking, National Park, US-Based, Weekend
Shared House
Moab Hiking, Rappelling, and Off Road Weekend
Moab Hiking, Rappelling, and Off Road Weekend

4 DAYS, UTAH

Canyoneering, Hiking, Multisport, National Park, Off Roading, Rappelling, US-Based, Weekend
Shared House
Yellowstone Hiking and Wildlife with Grand Teton
Yellowstone Hiking and Wildlife with Grand Teton

7 DAYS, WYOMING

Bucket List, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Hot Springs, Multisport, National Park, US-Based, White Water Rafting, Wildlife
Hotel

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Rachel R.
Rachel R.
Just finished up 10 days on the most extraordinary trip of my life. Uganda was so amazing all round - the animals, the people, the culture. Nicki was an amazing guide, Gerald our driver had all the answers I could throw at him, and everyone in the group was chill and fun and felt like best friends within minutes. We stayed in the most beautiful and posh places and saw wildlife closeup like we were in a freaking national geographic magazine. How many people have seen a family of endangered mountain gorillas with a 6 months old baby doing acrobats in the heart of the impenetrable forest? Me! Crazy and amazing. I can't believe I got to do all that I did. And the best part is I was just along for the ride and didn't have to plan all the nitty gritty details. Love you Uganda! I'll be back.
Danielle D.
Danielle D.
I had a great first experience with Explorer Chick. We were a group of 7 women plus 2 two guides on our weekend trip to Shenandoah NP. Our age range was 40s to 70s. The itinerary was modified for the late-season lack of evening daylight, so our hikes were cut a bit shorter than what they should have been. We also made some changes to our starting points which meant more driving - more time in the van than expected. We probably could have stayed in one lodge instead of two different lodges. Aside from those changes, the overall trip was a great experience. I consider myself in decent shape and after 3 days of hiking, my legs were sore! The hikes were on rough, rocky terrain, and we were constantly hiking on an incline, up or down, so prepare your calves! Make sure you have good ankle support on your shoes. Lodging was as expected for park lodging. The breakfast and dinners were very nice - decent selection and big portions. Lunch on the first day was premade sandwiches from Trader Joes with chips and a piece of fruit. Lunch on the 2nd day was cheese and cracker tray at the winery, but there was plenty to go around. We had the most amazing weather for mid October - we started out the mornings in jackets and even gloves, but by mid-afternoon most of us had stripped down to short sleeves. Everyone was mostly at the same pace during the hikes. On the uphill climbs, just speak up when you need a break to catch your breath. The guides were very nice and accommodating to the group, they kept us on schedule and kept us informed of the itinerary for the day. I would go on another EC trip but would be mindful of the activity level. This trip was a 2, I'm not sure I could handle longer hikes for more than 3 days.
Robin H.
Robin H.
Torres Del Paine W-Trek team was so unified on this journey. Lead by Explorer Chick Guide Kirstie M who brought energy, support, & built camaraderie among us 8 women. Chilean Guides Dani & Cati complimented the team with their wealth of local terrain knowledge. We experienced fabulous weather daily to have full view of every peak on this trek.This trip was absolutely incredible for me personally —both challenging and filled with countless awe-inspiring moments along the trails. It’s truly been a transformative experience, redefining what I can accomplish solo traveling a foreign country @ 60yrs + Type 1 Diabetic >50yrs.I’m ready for Explorer Chick Challenging trip #2!
Marjorie H.
Marjorie H.
November trip to Iceland was magical.Guide Christina Bruno and Explorer Chick put together a fantastic itinerary. Diamond Beach is a must see.
susan V.
susan V.
I went on the most amazing trip to Jordan this past October. I can't even begin to describe the surreal feeling of standing in front of the Treasury in Petra, riding a camel through the expansive Mars-like desert, and floating in the dead sea. This was my first Explorer Chick trip and let me tell you it did not disappoint. EC guide Kara was phenomenal with great organization and special surprises along the way. Can you say pedicure in a Turkish spa? So many firsts that I was able to experience and absolutely no need for concern about solo travel with this group. None of us knew each other beforehand, yet within hours we had our own inside jokes. Seriously, do not let the idea of traveling alone keep you from experiencing these phenomenal tours. Also, there was never a time that I didn't feel safe. Jordan is a beautiful country with the most hospitable people. We were constantly greeted with warm smiles and coffee or tea! Our lovely local EC local guide welcomed each of us and passionately shared her extensive knowledge of her country and culture. My EC trip to Jordan was a dream adventure come true. My only problem now is deciding which EC trip to take next!
hannah B.
hannah B.
Now I've....had...the time of my liiiiife....and I owe it all to Explorer Chick! Me and three friends went on the Zion/Bryce trip and it was absolutely amazing! Our guides, Christina and Ashley, made the trip so amazing and had little fun surprises set up for every day. I would take this trip time and time again, but I'm hoping after I take more EC trips!
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