Daniel took us to so many places in Olympic National Park i.e. Hurricane Ridge, Elwha River, Madison Falls, Lake Crescent, and Marymere Falls. It was very memorable and set the bar high for tour guides. For breakfast, he brought some amazing pastries and orange juice. He brought magnificent food for lunch and set it down on a tablecloth with silverware and china plates and even brought wine. He went all his way to bring some cake for my birthday and made it the most special it could ever be. The trip was one of the best and I would recommend him for your tours in Seattle. His demeanor brought joy to all of us.

Daniel is a great guide and host. He's very knowledgeable and passionate about the park. Hurricane Ridge and Crescent Lake are great destinations. Don't miss the short hikes at each location. You get great views on the Ridge on the hike and you can experience an old growth forest at the Lake walk. Daniel also prepared a wonderful lunch with real silverware and cloth napkins. Don't miss this great tour!

I highly recommend this tour. Daniel uses every moment to maximize your learning experience. We were able to see amazing falls, a clear view of Mount Rainier and the lunch experience was hands down one of the best I’ve had in park. Daniel is super smart, friendly and patient!!

my favorite part was the picnic The outdoor setting eating among the giant trees was awesome. We had a tablecloth silverware not plastic and a gourmet meal with wine to boot

Our day touring with Daniel was beyond wonderful! Daniel is such a great tour guide - well informed and knowledgeable. He has thought of everything - felt like we were spending the day with a friend. Lunch was delicious and it was easy to see that he took great care in providing delicious food & beverages. We loved that our tour maximum was 7. We definitely recommend going with Yonder Sky not only for Olympic National Park, but also for Mt. Rainier.

We strongly recommend this tour! It was even better than expected and the highlight of our trip to Seattle! Daniel picked us up (arrived early!) and led us through a delightful day of sightseeing, hiking, and learning. Transport was comfortable and safe and equipped with chargers and refreshments. Our tour ran pretty much exactly as described, with the variations being guest-initiated and to our benefit. (One example: a brief stop to get a pic under the National Park sign on our way in turned into a pit-stop to buy cherries, which we were slated to do on the way out of the park.) The tour felt intimate and relaxed from the start! While broadly knowledgeable about the greater Seattle area and Mt Rainier park, Daniel kept the "instruction" manageable-- not bogged down in facts and detail but specific enough that we have a better understanding of the geography, flora, and fauna of the park. He fielded questions (a LOT of questions) with aplomb and patience and was highly responsive to the group needs. Our family of 4 (parents & two teens) was joined by a second group, a pair of old friends. Daniel chose hikes (walks) that suited the group as a whole and allowed members to move at our own paces. While our family may have opted for a little more vigorous a hike, or maybe a longer hike at the Paradise area, the agenda Daniel set really gave us a good overview of the park, the geography of various elevations, and a sense that we'd seen a lot. One highlight was the walk down to the riverbed, which was refreshing (that cold snowmelt water!) and humbling (the sheer scale of it!). That the weather was *perfect* and everyone we met was smiling certainly contributed to the overall sense of joy. The attention to his guests' experience extended to lunch, which was phenomenal and included a vegetarian & peanut-free meal for our daughter. Served family-style, it was a nice opportunity to sit and get to know one another in a shady picnic spot. I appreciate that Daniel uses all reusable items throughout the trip-- from travel mugs for our coffee to silver wear and cloth napkins at lunch-- reflecting his respect for the land he so obviously loves. By the end of the trip, we all felt as though we'd not only visited a beautiful and important place, but that we'd connected with some beautiful humans, as well. Daniel set a positive and inclusive tone and was engaging and considerate-- he really made it easy to have a great day!

This was by far the best tour of our Seattle/Alaska trip! From pickup on time, to a comfortable van ride, a more than FANTASTIC lunch, beautiful scenery in the park, waterfalls, hiking (easy) with 2 grandparents, a mom and an 11 year old. Daniel was fantastic! The park, the lavender farm, waterfalls, hiking. What a day! You can't go wrong on this great tour with Daniel. It was our best day on our whole 2 week trip!

Daniel took us on a private tour of Deception Pass and Whidbey Island. The day involved ferries and a lot of driving but the scenery was beautiful. Daniel took us on several good hikes. We also made a stop at Fort Casey which was surprisingly interesting too. He is knowledgeable and knows the history of the area and a lot about the geology and geography in the area. He was personable and utilized the time well.

We had an excellent day in Bainbridge with local Daniel from beginning to end. From the pastries to the tour of the Japanese internment memorial to our stunning Bloedel Reserve (a must) to the gourmet lunch on the beach to the wineries to the shopping stroll to end the day, it was a perfect May day. Daniel is full of historical, local and travel information and we fully enjoyed our day with him. 5 stars!!!

Best day EVER! Daniel was amazing. From the time he picked us up everything was top notch. Hurricane Ridge was closed but he had other options that were amazing. We were able to visit a Lavendar Farm on the way out. He was so flexible and let us know it was our day. He would give us a time frame if we wanted to stay on schedule but if we decided we wanted to do something else ( like climb to the top of king mountain) we could but we would miss the next stop. He grew up here so knew a lot of the history and was so fun to talk to. He gave us recommendations for the next day and even told us to text him if we had questions. The views were amazing and surprising. It was well worth the money! Would definitely recommend!

A perfect day with a knowledgeable guide! My husband and I were fortunate to book the Olympic Park private day tour with Daniel. His communication even before I booked was helpful and responsive. He picked us up from our hotel in a clean and roomy luxury van, provided pastries and refreshments for the ferry ride, and offered fun and interesting information the entire day. He pointed out historical spots and made great conversation. The day was organized, fun, and relaxing because he took care of everything. Lunch was absolutely delicious and we could tell a lot of care had gone into its preparation. We were really impressed with Daniel's attention to detail and his knowledge of the area. We could see how much he loves the Northwest and travel in general. Highly recommend Daniel and Yonder Sky!

Excellent guide, beautiful scenery, great lunch. Tour guide and owner Daniel was knowledgeable and entertaining.

We had a wonderful time thanks to our tour guide, Daniel. He was professional, knowledgeable and a joy to spend the day with! He also provided a wonderful lunch accommodating our food allergies. All the stops were beautiful and would definitely like to return to this area. Highly recommend this tour!

Sometimes you book these at your own peril, not knowing what you will get. This one turned out to be truly amazing. It helps to have a passionate and informative guide, and we had just that. Sarah was superb in every aspect. Beginning by quickly learning everyone's name that was on the tour (9 of us I believe). She continued to use our names for the entire day, not forgetting any. It helped she grew up in the area, and has a sincere appreciation for what she does. You could tell the genuine love she has for this area, and the Park. She had countless stories and examples of cool stuff to see and do, even outside of the tour. It can be difficult to manage a group of people in an orderly way, but she did it less like a heard, and more like a guide. She faced countless questions from the group, and answered all, meaningfully and respectfully. Even when my youngest wanted all her attention during the tide pool exploring, she managed to be there for everyone. From the ferry ride, to the hike to the falls, she was 100% there and engaged. On top of all of that, she was training another individual. Sarah was amazing in every way, and I cant imagine what the tour would have been without her. Book this tour, and ask for Sarah.

The "Excellent" reviews are definitely accurate! Daniel took us into the park and showed us the sights. The views are truly majestic! Daniel was knowledgeable and his commentary spot on. The picnic lunch was elegant and exceeded all expectations. Never felt rushed and Daniel took extra time to ensure that we had plenty of time at each stop.