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Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview
Explore the stunning Lassen Volcanic National Park on this private day tour from San Jose. This unique park features all four types of volcanoes, showcasing breathtaking landscapes that feel extraterrestrial. With a dedicated expert guide, visit the Sulphur Works hydrothermal area, walk the new boardwalk at Bumpass Hell, and enjoy scenic views at Lake Helen or the Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center before concluding your adventure at Manzanita Lake. Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers looking to discover one of California's hidden gems.
- Private tour with expert guide for personalized experience
- Visit unique hydrothermal areas like Sulphur Works and Bumpass Hell
- Enjoy a lunch break at scenic spots; food and drinks are on your own
- Convenient morning pickup from San Jose with transport included
Options
Private group 1-3
Private group 1-3
Pickup included
Private group 1-5
Private group 1-5
Pickup included
What's included
Bottled water
WiFi on board
Professional guide
Pickup and drop-off
Air-conditioned vehicle
National Park entry fees
Foods & drinks
Gratuities
What to expect
4h 25m · Admission ticket included
Embark on a private day tour from San Jose to Lassen Volcanic National Park with your expert guide. Discover a living geological laboratory featuring all four types of volcanoes, steaming fumaroles, and alpine lakes, while learning about the park's fascinating volcanic history.
Sulphur Works
45m
Stop at Sulphur Works, the park's most accessible hydrothermal area near the Southwest Entrance. Walk along boardwalks to see roaring steam vents, bubbling mudpots, and vivid sulfur deposits while your guide explains the history of the ancient Mount Tehama volcano.
Bumpass Hell
1h 35m
Hike the legendary Bumpass Hell trail, the park's largest hydrothermal area. Descend a 3-mile round-trip boardwalk into a 16-acre basin of boiling pools and hissen fumaroles, experiencing raw volcanic power with your expert guide.
Lake Helen
1h
Enjoy a one-hour lunch break at alpine Lake Helen beneath Lassen Peak or at the Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center café. Relax in a stunning mountain setting before your return journey (food and drinks at your own expense).
Manzanita Lake
1h 10m
Visit serene Manzanita Lake near the northwest entrance. Stroll the easy 1.5-mile shoreline trail for postcard-perfect reflections of Lassen Peak and explore historical eruption photographs at the 1927 Loomis Museum.
San Jose
4h 40m
Relax on the scenic return drive to San Jose as volcanic peaks give way to Northern California's rolling hills. Your expert guide will drop you off directly at your original pickup location, completing your private adventure.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Guide will call the guests one day before the tour to confirm the pick-up time and
location.
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
