Sequoia
Voluntour
Make Friends
Make Memories
Make a Difference
Join us in our mission to safeguard the beauty and biodiversity of Sequoia, forging unforgettable memories and meaningful connections along the way. Immerse yourself in stunning landscapes, work alongside dedicated conservationists, and make a tangible impact in protecting this natural paradise for future generations.
Why Sequoia Needs You
Taking a Sequoia volunteer vacation is truly one of the most memorable experiences you can have. While a majority of organizations focus solely on volunteering, our award-winning program places equal emphasis on the vacationing aspect of your volunteer vacation. Our greatest desire is to provide you with a well-rounded and fulfilling experience as you leave your personal legacy in this spectacular natural wonder.
For over 30 years, Nature Corps has designed volunteer vacations with you in mind. We make all the arrangements so that you don’t have to. Our goal is to provide you with a “glamping” volunteer vacation that will leave you with new friends and a lifetime of cherished memories of this multi-faceted Sequoia vacation.
Our all-inclusive voluntours give you the opportunity to go behind the scenes with park staff to help preserve Sequoia’s fragile ecosystems. You will meet quality people, who like you, are eager to leave their personal legacies in this world-renowned natural treasures. Led by Nature Corps staff, these professionally guided voluntours help the National Park Service achieve critical conservation projects that are too large to complete without volunteer support.
Sequoia faces a multi-million dollar backlog of important conservation projects. To address this critical issue, the National Park Service turns to agencies such as Nature Corps to recruit and organize volunteer groups to tackle the most urgent projects. Your participation will help the National Park Service achieve critical conservation projects that are too large to complete without volunteer support.
Currently, Nature Corps has teamed up with the Park Service to rehabilitate Sequoia’s beautiful sequoia groves. Giant Sequoias have a root ball that extends over two acres, yet its roots are only 3-4 feet below the surface. Because of the impact resulting from the foot traffic of over one million visitors per year, it is critical that these ancient trees and their surrounding habitat are protected. Through our Sequoia voluntours, you will have a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes and work alongside park biologists to preserve these world-renown ecosystems. Your involvement is vital to the protection of the region’s wildlife and to the preservation of this iconic national park.
Nature Corps In action!
What is included in the voluntour?
Program contributions include park entrance fees, camping fees, all meals, the chefs, guides, nature walks, a Nature Corps T-shirt, and water bottle.
Your contributions are tax-deductible and the proceeds from you vacation support our veteran and low-income student volunteers.
Employee Registration
(with employer matching gift*)
$345*
per person
Individual Registration
(without employer matching gift)
$595
per person
Group/Family Registration
(with 3 or more people)
$545
per person
Registration fees do not include transportation to or in the park
*Initially, company matching-gift registrations will be charged the full tuition. Your contribution will be adjusted to the matching gift price once you forward an email from your employer confirming you have applied for a matching gift.
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Itinerary
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Your excursion begins at our secluded base camp in the heart of Sequoia National Park. After settling in, we will enjoy a festive dinner and meet with park staff for an overview of our upcoming adventure in Sequoia. Afterwards, we will hike into the world-renowned Giant Forest to get an incredible view of the General Sherman sequoia, the largest living tree on earth. This great tree is now estimated to be around 2300 years old and still "growing like a teenager". It is 275 feet tall and is 36 feet in diameter at the base. After our hike, we'll gather around the evening campfire to savor one of our chef's delectable desserts.
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After waking up to the savory aromas of a hearty breakfast, we will prepare for our day in the field. Once we arrive at the project site, park biologists will provide further information and direct us on this important conservation effort to restore Sequoia's rare and unique ecosystems. The project will wrap up by mid-afternoon at which time we will head back to camp. A hearty BBQ dinner will be awaiting us as we dine surrounded by Sequoia's magnificent wilderness. After dinner we'll ascend Moro Rock to view a spectacular sunset as the flash of alpine glow brings the Great Western Divide into contrast with Sequoia's expansive star-studded sky.
After our scrumptious dinner we will drive south on Highway 1 to Partington Cove, a little visited area but very beautiful section of Big Sur. From there we will head further south to photograph beautiful McWay Falls, the only waterfall in Big Sur that spills into the Pacific. Upon our return we will enjoy wine tasting and chocolate pairing around the campfire, a fitting way to conclude the day with laughter and great conversations.
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After waking up to the savory aromas of a hearty breakfast, we will prepare for our day of exploration in this magnificent park. As part of this adventure, we will enjoy a photography workshop and nature walk to capture one of Sequoia’s natural wonders, the General Sherman Tree, the largest living organism on earth. To conclude this rewarding voluntour, we will gather at a tranquil site among “The Giants” for our Farewell Ceremony.
Registration FAQs
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Many companies offer matching gift programs for employees who donate more than 20 hours of their time. In such cases, you will pay for the total tuition cost at checkout, however, you will be refunded $250 after your company’s matching gift has been received.
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Contact your Human Resources department or Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) team to learn about any available matching gift programs.
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Sequoia Voluntour
Dates TBD
$545 - $595 per person
July 26th-28th
You will receive a confirmation email containing a comprehensive Welcome Packet with detailed instructions on how to prepare for the outing.
* For Employee Contributions a refund of $250 will be made back to you when received from your employer.
After completing your booking, you will promptly receive a confirmation email containing a detailed Welcome Packet to help you prepare for your upcoming outdoor adventure.
* Once Employer Contributions are received, a refund of $250 will be made back to the participant.
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