Sequoia & Kings Canyon NP Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

4.4
(123 reviews)

2 to 3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Purchase one tour per vehicle. Everyone can listen at the same time!

Walk through enormous, ancient groves at Sequoia National Park with this self-guided driving tour. Witness the giant sequoias in all their majesty, including General Sherman, the most massive living thing on the planet. As you tour this jaw-dropping primeval forest, you’ll learn about the area’s early inhabitants, from the Paiute tribe to the founders of a secretive, ill-fated colony. Plus, take in jaw-dropping views of Kings Canyon with the same tour!

After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point.

Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

What's Included

Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 to 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    The first landmark you'll see is Tunnel Rock, an unusual natural tunnel which was once the only way into the park. NOTE: The tour is over 60 miles long, with more than 70+ audio stories, and takes about 2-3 hours to complete. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2

    Then you'll pass the Marble Falls Trail, which leads up a flower-lined path in a mountain canyon to a powerful waterfall.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    After that is your first viewpoint: Amphitheater Point. From here, you'll have sweeping views of the valleys far below.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    An optional detour can take you to Crystal Cave, a marble karst cave beloved by intrepid explorers.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Then there's the Giant Forest Museum, home to one of the park's largest trees and a quick and easy trail which shows off some seriously impressive flora.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Next up is the Generals Highway Lookout, a popular spot boasting panoramic views.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Moro Rock Trail

    Just beyond Hanging Rock Trail, you'll come to Moro Rock, a must-see spot. Here, you can climb stairs carved into the rock to reach an overlook like no other.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Up next are a group of trails which can take you to the historic abodes of Squatter's Cabin and Tharp's Log, long abandoned but still full of cool history.

    Admission ticket free
  • General Sherman Tree (Pass by)

    Following the trail will lead you to General Sherman, the world's largest tree. At 275 feet tall and over 36 feet in diameter, this is a sight you won't soon forget!

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Continuing on, you'll pass the trailhead leading to Big Baldy, a mountain peak overlooking the beautiful Redwood Canyon.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Also by General Sherman, you'll have the chance to hike the Congress Trail, which takes you to another of the park's most impressive groves.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Then there's the Redwood Mountain Overlook, which looks out across one of the largest redwood groves in the world.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Next is the trailhead which leads to the General Grant Tree, another must-see destination.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    After that is King's Canyon Overlook, which boasts unbeatable views of the King's Canyon.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    You tour through Sequoia National Park concludes with the jaw-dropping Panoramic Point overlook, but those who are looking for more adventure can continue on to the beauty of Kings Canyon!

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    You'll also have the opportunity to visit the 20-foot high Chicago Stump, all that’s left of a once-mighty, 3,200-year-old sequoia.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Then there's Boyden Cavern, a marble cave which boasts unique and fascinating mineral formations.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Then there's the trail for Zumwalt Meadow, which offers a scenic contrast to the powerful rock formations deep in the heart of Kings Canyon. This lush meadow is especially splendid in summer and fall.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
  • How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
  • Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
  • Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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