43 days in Yosemite National Park Itinerary

Massive granite mountains, towering waterfalls, groves of Giant Sequoia trees, and wilderness as far as the eye can see distinguish the landscape of Yosemite National Park.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Mariposa Grove and Mirror Lake/Meadow Trail. Change things up with these side-trips from Yosemite National Park: Columbia (St. Anne's Catholic Church & Columbia State Historic Park), Angels Camp (Angels Camp Museum and Carriage House & California Cavern State Historic Landmark) and Moaning Caverns (in Vallecito). On the 15th (Fri), spend a scenic day exploring the area around Half Dome. On the 30th (Sat), hike the day away at Panorama Trail. Next up on the itinerary: explore the striking landscape of Bridalveil Fall, trek along Yosemite Valley Loop Trail, admire the majestic nature at Elizabeth Lake, and get great views at Yosemite, Tunnel View.

For traveler tips, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Yosemite National Park online holiday planner.

If you are flying in from New Zealand, the closest major aiports are Fresno Yosemite International Airport, Reno Tahoe International Airport and Sacramento International Airport. Expect a daytime high around 17°C in April, and nighttime lows around -2°C.