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Sierra Nevada Expert-Guided Fungi Tours

from $175.00

***UPDATE***

Use the code “NEWRAIN20” at checkout to get 20% off all Guided Fungi Forays!!!

When the weather and temperatures align just right, elusive and delicious mushrooms begin to emerge throughout the Sierra. Since offering these tours, we’ve discovered morels, oysters, king and queen boletes, lion’s mane, chantarelles, blewits, shrimp russulas, chicken of the woods, and many other prized edible and medicinal fungi.

On this foray, local experts will guide you to productive seasonal mushroom habitats, teach you how to properly identify edible species, and help you understand the trees and environments where they thrive. Many people spend years searching unsuccessfully for some of these mushrooms. Our goal is to help you skip the steep learning curve and focus on confidently foraging these highly sought-after edibles.

It’s about more than finding mushrooms—it’s an invitation to reconnect with nature, uncover hidden treasures, and deepen your connection to the world around you. Along the way, you’ll gain a greater understanding of the forest ecosystem, its inhabitants, and the essential role fungi play within it.

Come join us in the forest for a rare and unforgettable adventure!

Each tour is limited to just 10 people to keep the experience intimate and enjoyable. Because the season depends entirely on the weather, availability can change quickly—so we recommend booking early to secure your spot while these delicious little morsels are still in season. Interest has been high, and tours are expected to fill up fast.

We also offer tours for corporate and private events! Contact us directly to discuss the specifics.

Details:

  • Morel - Focused Spring Tours start Sunday April 19th and will run rain or shine every following Saturday and Sunday as long as the season persists. You can book for either one or two days per weekend.

  • Each tour will be from 10 am to 4 pm (approximately 6 hours)

  • The specific meetup location will be emailed to all registered participants a few days prior to the event. We scout locations prior to each tour to ensure the highest chance of looking in the right spots. It will be near beautiful Twain Harte, CA, which is a short drive from the Bay Area.

  • The surrounding area is absolutely breathtaking, so we always recommend making a weekend of it and exploring before or after your tour. There are plenty of lodging options, as well as both paid and free dispersed camping nearby for those who want to stay the entire weekend.

    If you’re joining us for multiple days and aren’t sure where to stay or what to do, feel free to contact us directly at ikigaiadventuretours@gmail.com—we’re always happy to help point you in the right direction.

    The area is also known for its world-class fishing, hiking, sightseeing, bird and wildlife watching, and off-roading opportunities.

  • Children up to the age of 6 can participate for free when accompanied by parents or guardians.

***UPDATE***

Use the code “NEWRAIN20” at checkout to get 20% off all Guided Fungi Forays!!!

When the weather and temperatures align just right, elusive and delicious mushrooms begin to emerge throughout the Sierra. Since offering these tours, we’ve discovered morels, oysters, king and queen boletes, lion’s mane, chantarelles, blewits, shrimp russulas, chicken of the woods, and many other prized edible and medicinal fungi.

On this foray, local experts will guide you to productive seasonal mushroom habitats, teach you how to properly identify edible species, and help you understand the trees and environments where they thrive. Many people spend years searching unsuccessfully for some of these mushrooms. Our goal is to help you skip the steep learning curve and focus on confidently foraging these highly sought-after edibles.

It’s about more than finding mushrooms—it’s an invitation to reconnect with nature, uncover hidden treasures, and deepen your connection to the world around you. Along the way, you’ll gain a greater understanding of the forest ecosystem, its inhabitants, and the essential role fungi play within it.

Come join us in the forest for a rare and unforgettable adventure!

Each tour is limited to just 10 people to keep the experience intimate and enjoyable. Because the season depends entirely on the weather, availability can change quickly—so we recommend booking early to secure your spot while these delicious little morsels are still in season. Interest has been high, and tours are expected to fill up fast.

We also offer tours for corporate and private events! Contact us directly to discuss the specifics.

Details:

  • Morel - Focused Spring Tours start Sunday April 19th and will run rain or shine every following Saturday and Sunday as long as the season persists. You can book for either one or two days per weekend.

  • Each tour will be from 10 am to 4 pm (approximately 6 hours)

  • The specific meetup location will be emailed to all registered participants a few days prior to the event. We scout locations prior to each tour to ensure the highest chance of looking in the right spots. It will be near beautiful Twain Harte, CA, which is a short drive from the Bay Area.

  • The surrounding area is absolutely breathtaking, so we always recommend making a weekend of it and exploring before or after your tour. There are plenty of lodging options, as well as both paid and free dispersed camping nearby for those who want to stay the entire weekend.

    If you’re joining us for multiple days and aren’t sure where to stay or what to do, feel free to contact us directly at ikigaiadventuretours@gmail.com—we’re always happy to help point you in the right direction.

    The area is also known for its world-class fishing, hiking, sightseeing, bird and wildlife watching, and off-roading opportunities.

  • Children up to the age of 6 can participate for free when accompanied by parents or guardians.

Dates:

Release of Liability and Assumption of Risk Agreement

By participating in any mushroom or herbal hunting tour offered by Ikigai Adventure Tours Inc., you fully acknowledge and accept that outdoor activities, including foraging for wild mushrooms and plants, come with inherent risks. These may include, but are not limited to, personal injury, allergic reactions, illnesses from consuming wild mushrooms and plants, and other hazards associated with outdoor environments.

By signing up for and participating in our tours, you agree to assume all responsibility and liability for your personal safety and any consequences that arise from your participation. Ikigai Adventure Tours Inc., its owners, employees, and affiliates are not responsible for any injuries, illnesses, or damages that may occur during or after the tour, including but not limited to the identification, handling, or consumption of foraged mushrooms and plants.

You also agree to follow all instructions and safety guidelines provided by the guides, understanding that failure to do so increases your personal risk. By participating, you voluntarily assume all risks and release Ikigai Adventure Tours Inc. and its staff from any and all liability to the fullest extent permitted by law.

We will be slowly hiking a few miles on uneven terrain off trail during the tours. Please ensure that you are physically capable of doing that prior to signing up.

No refunds for missed tours will be given. We will offer a later tour date if your previous one doesn’t work out.

No guarantee of findings – mushroom hunting requires luck and patience. We diligently scout all our tour locations prior to ensure the highest chance of success, and have never had a tour guest leave empty, but we can’t guarantee anything when it comes to Mother Nature.

Participation in the tour is entirely at your own risk.