Response to Coronavirus ~ Our Plan for the Summer
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17 September 2020
Staying in touch with nature is always the best medicine, especially during these times. In response to the current pandemic, I have changed the look and feel of my tours to include all the benefits of being in nature, with all necessary safety precautions.
For example, this summer/fall I will meet you in the Park and begin your guided hike from a pre-designated trailhead. Each tour will be limited to single households at this time with a maximum of 5 people (not including me).
I will offer to bring you to areas of the Park that have fewer people, where there is incredible beauty off the beaten path. This may mean we do not go to Paradise, since it is typically filled to overflowing with crowds of people. Since this is such a large park, I’ll show you the less traveled areas with many options for enjoying the beauty of flora and fauna. We can stay in one area for a longer hike or drive to different locations in our own vehicles! Know that if Paradise is a place you desire to explore, we can make that happen. Perhaps we begin our day earlier to avoid the crowds or hike later in the day and catch some lovely alpine glow as the sunsets.
To increase your safety, please bring your own lunch, snacks and water. Also, provide your own mask or face covering and hand sanitizer. We will all be wearing our masks as we pass other hikers on the trail and when we, as a group, need to be close to see something. We will all maintain the recommended 6 foot distance, when possible, from other hikers and myself as your guide. Those of you in your same household groups can be closer of course. Please note that if these guidelines are not followed, I will choose to end the tour and give you guidance for returning to your vehicle.
It is my role as your guide to create an environment for enjoying the beauty of nature and being aware of the new normal for being outdoors with other people in the same space. I believe we can enjoy the Park together by adhering to the guidelines set forward by the Center for Disease Control and Washington State Health and Safety such as: cough/sneeze in your elbow, avoid touching your face, and stay at home if you are sick or feel you may have been exposed. If you have any additional concerns or needs, please call. I’m excited to share the wonders of Mt. Rainier with you! To our Health and well-being!
in gratitude,
Diann
To book your tour, call me at 253-777-8226 to discuss options. For international calls, find me on WhatsApp 1+2537778226
Avoid the crowds with my guidance
TourMtRainier takes pride in offering you a personalized, safe visit to Mount Rainier National Park.
We are one of the few companies with a Commercial Use Permit from the Park. This permit allows me to offer you hikes longer than 1 mile beyond a trailhead helping us get away from the summer crowds. This is a big plus during the COVID-19 pandemic.
I specialize in fully-guided, small group tours designed to maximize your time and experience at Mount Rainier National Park. You will have more time to hike, relax and take in the diversity of the Park’s beauty.
TourMtRainier is operated by Owner/Tour Guide, Diann Sheldon, who has over 30 years of experience guiding satisfied customers. I love spending the day with other National Park/outdoor enthusiasts and look forward to creating memories with you!
Meet us at the trailhead and enjoy a fully guided, private experience. You will have time to hike, observe wildlife, enjoy wildflowers, glaciers, waterfalls and more. Travel from a temperate rainforest to alpine meadows in one day! Our selected hikes are beginner level and can be modified based on your ability and interests. This is your day to explore Mount Rainier National Park!
- 6 hours Duration 6 hours
- May-October Availability May-October
Customer Reviews
Diann knew all about the history of Mt Rainier and where to go to maximize my one day on the mountain. There were just a few people on our tour- it was perfect! We hiked several trails, saw waterfalls and wildlife, I loved seeing the mountain goats. She even provided binoculars- I’d forgotten mine. It was great that Diann asked us all what we wanted to see on the ride up. She catered the tour to meet all our wants. I wanted to hike and see waterfalls, another guy wanted to see flowers. She surpasses all our wants by showing us so much more. ........
– Christine ~ Google Review
We chose to book with Discover Nature so that we could see Mt. Rainier in a more personalized way. We were extremely pleased with the results. Diann went out of her way to make our day an amazing experience. We got to hike several trails, see beautiful waterfalls, and eat lunch outdoors sitting on rocks by a stream. You can tell that this is not just a job for Diann. She truly does an amazing job of sharing her knowledge and love of Mt. Rainier.
– Sherri S. ~ TripAdvisor Review
I just don't have enough superlatives and positive adjectives for this amazing, personalized adventure. I wish there were a Diann/Discover Nature in every port or National Park. She has Ph.D. level knowledge of the area, but her love of nature and the outdoors really shone through and made this day trip truly exceptional and very memorable. ...............
– Heather ~ Facebook Review
Diann is an outstanding guide! Anyone can look at Mt. Rainier and appreciate it, but with Diann's hikes paired with her extensive knowledge of the history, plants, and wildlife, she transforms Mt. Rainier into a living story that you become a part of. Diann has such a passion for Mt. Rainier, that you cannot help but feel the same passion too. I highly recommend this tour to anyone! Thank you for the great tour and great pictures Diann!
– Julius ~ TripAdvisor Review
I’m so glad we found this tour. This is by far the best way to see Mt Rainier. Diann is a wonderful guide and takes you to the sights that you will not want to miss out on. We were fortunate to have her all to ourselves (just the 3 of us), but even if it’s full tour, it’s still going to be very personalized! Thank you Diann for an awe-amazing day!
– Susanne S, TripAdvisor review
If you want to experience Mount Rainier this is the way to go. Diann was FANTASTIC. So knowledgeable, so accommodating. The small tour size was great. There were the three of us and another couple. (5 total). Perfect. The van was VERY comfortable. The first stop to pick up our lunches is a wonderful bakery/coffee shop. We were able to get something there. Wonderful baked goods. Then off to the mountain. Every stop was perfect. We experienced hiking through the forest (my husband has bad knees so wore braces) Diann was aware and she made the hike accessible and easy for him. The other couple didn't want "challenging" hiking either so it worked out well. We saw waterfalls, an alpine lake, "THE" mountain from different vantage points, glaciers, glacier rivers, lunched by a river (lunch was great), Diann brought out binoculars and at one stop a telescope and we could see a hiking party on their way to the base camp in the snow. We saw Marmots and a fox. A beautiful prairie. Every sight, was better than the last. Our family cannot recommend this tour enough. We all agreed it was the best tour we have ever been on for anything. It is long and you are tired by days end. But, you can truly say you experienced Mount Rainier.
– Kathy Johnson ~ TripAdvisor Review
I just don't have enough superlatives and positive adjectives for this amazing, personalized adventure. I wish there were a Diann (our guide and owner of Discover Nature) in every port or National Park. She has Ph.D. level knowledge of the area, but her love of nature and the outdoors really shone through and made this day trip truly exceptional and very memorable. We started at the bottom of Mt. Ranier in a temperate forest hike, moved up to waterfalls and finally to an invigorating snow shoe hike. Diann thought of everything, and had every type of equipment and supply we could possibly need on hand. If you love the outdoors, are seeking more than a quick stop for a 5 second selfie, and have limited time in the Seattle area- DO THIS!! Worth every penny and the memories are priceless.
– Heather ~ TripAdvisor Review