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Established in 1872, Yellowstone National Park is a national treasure. Located primarily in Wyoming, the park also extends into Montana and Idaho. Yellowstone has active geothermal features with geysers and boiling mud pots throughout the park. The most famous is Old Faithful, a geyser that has erupted on the clock for decades. Travelers be warned, July is the busiest month of the year, with almost a million visitors alone. The park has a tour bus system, nine visitor centers, and 2,000 campsites.
1. VIP Yellowstone and Grand Tetons Private Safari from Jackson WY
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Globe Trekkers is all about giving you The VIP and attention you deserve! These are private tours (your party only), hotel pick up and drop off included, you call the stops, we take your photos for you, And we offer complimentary snacks and drinks. An awesome exhilarating jeep safari experience! Do you only have one day in Yellowstone? This tour takes you to the major highlights of The world's first and famous national park with your very own personal photographer and field guide. You will see abundant wildlife and geothermal features not found anywhere else on earth. this tour is LGBTQ friendly.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Snacks
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Reviewed By Cherie_Gigi_F
This was, by far, the best tour we have ever done. Our guide A.J., quickly became our friend. He is highly educated, fun and goes above and beyond to provide a one of a kind experience. We’re so grateful for the opportunity to spend the day seeing this beautiful place with such a wonderful and genuine person who loves nature and wildlife as much as we do.
2. Take a Private Day Tour of Yellowstone National Park
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
If you only have one day to visit Yellowstone, this 1-day, 200+ mile private tour of Yellowstone’s Lower Loop is the tour to take. After departing Jackson we’ll drive north through Grand Teton National Park while transiting to Yellowstone, making several stops along the way to take photos, admire wildlife, and take advantage of the Flagg Ranch restrooms. Using bathrooms with running water is simply how we roll. We’ll then enter Yellowstone through the South Entrance just a little before 9 AM. From there, we’ll continue driving north to West Thumb Geyser Basin then to the famous Lake Yellowstone Hotel for short coffee break. From the Hotel, we’ll continue traveling north to admire the Mud Volcano, Hayden Valley, and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, before taking a lunch break at Canyon Village. Continuing west from Canyon, we’ll explore Fountain Paint Pots, and Grand Prismatic Hot Spring. We’ll cap the day with a visit to the Old Faithful Inn and see Old Faithful gush in all her glory.
Inclusions: Breakfast burrito (meat or veggie), croissant, or muffin., Your choice of salad or a sandwhich made your way., Use of binoculars, Bottled water, Cloth face masks, hand sanitizer, and sunscreen
Exclusions: Guide gratuity (15% recommended, though optional), National Park Entry Fee
Reviewed By cheryl m
Discovery Channel experience with Obsidian Cliff Tours and Stacy Nolan! October 7th Husband and I did a one-day private tour of Yellowstone. Stacy contacted me a few weeks prior to tour to understand our goals for the day - wild life spotting, hiking, main tourist attractions, photography, etc. We wanted to see wildlife and fit in some of the tourist areas if time allowed. Stacy picked us up at our hotel in West Yellowstone (they can pick up from most areas near the Park) at 7:30 with awesome breakfast sandwiches and juice to eat on our drive out to Lamar Valley (I think it was about 1.5 hours). I’m not a breakfast sandwich person but these were really good, on fluffy English muffins. We also ate lunch in the van to save time. Several things that stand out about Obsidian Cliff Tours and Stacy: Covid awareness - van was clean and Stacy wore mask in the van (not the case with other tours we took). Additionally, Stacy reminded us to not touch railings and put masks on when we were in the midst of other tourists. Fortunately this didn’t occur often as Stacy took a route that was opposite to that followed by most park visitors, Stacy has a radio to listen to park rangers dealing with animals on the road and wandering near tourists. He also speaks to his guides and other guide companies to learn where recent wildlife have been hanging out. As well, he knows animals’ favorite hangouts from his many years of experience. As a result, we saw a lot of wildlife, including bison, elk, wolves, pronghorns and coyotes. The only animal we missed were bears. We were actually in a bison stampede! Stacy definitely fulfilled our request to see wildlife! I greatly appreciated Stacy stopping at the best bathrooms in the park (large, clean, regularly maintained, with running water)! I felt very safe with Stacy’s driving and safety precautions when we were in the woods. Stacy regularly took photos and videos of the highlights of the day and forwarded them to us. Great photos for our album. He even shared photos of bears that he had seen a few days earlier. Omg, so much knowledge about the animals, the geology, ecological efforts and the Park’s history. For example, we learned why many dead trees are white at the bottom of the trunk (the Bobby socks effect), why large bison herds are comprised of mostly females, how views on wildfires are changing, and so much more. I highly recommend you take the tour to find out the answers these questions and many more. Stacy is a great story teller about events that have taken place in the park and on his past tours. He kept us wanting more. The tour lasted nearly 12 hours and I realized the following day, when I looked at the map, that we had covered the entire Park, including the major tourist sites with the exception of Ol’ Faithful and the Prismatic spring. I specifically asked Stacy to skip these since we could easily view those on our own. We covered more ground than we ever would have on our own!
3. Private Yellowstone Wildlife Sightseeing Tour
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5.0 based on 13 reviews
Spend the day looking for wildlife throughout Yellowstone, focusing on Yellowstone’s Northern loop. You will visit areas such as Lamar or Haden Valley for the chance to see bears, wolves, coyotes, bison, elk, and pronghorn. You will also explore river corridors, valleys, forests, and other habitats looking for other animals including, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, river otters, and other species. While traveling through these area you will also have a chance to enjoy the scenic vistas these animals call home. (This trip is your best chance to see a bear or wolf but no guarantees.)
Inclusions: Binoculars , Spotting Scope, Choose between a roast beef, turkey, ham, veggie, and a pb&j sandwich as part of your picnic style lunch., Snacks, Bottled water, Soda/Pop, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Gratuities, Yellowstone National Park Pass
Reviewed By Amy J
We were absolutely thrilled with Tied To Nature and Adam Brubaker's tour. He is so knowledgeable and connected to what is going on at Yellowstone. When you take his tour, he is in contact with which animals are where, when the next time Old Faithful is going to go off, so we saw everything with hardly any down time. His enthusiasm and love for nature is palpable. We saw hundreds of bison, elk, the Great Gray Owl, and Bears! We got fantastic photos because he allowed us to put our cell phones onto his telescope. He explained so much about this majestic and magical park. We recommend this tour company highly! And do your tour at the beginning of your trip so that you get the most out of your whole trip. We were lucky we got in because of someone else canceling. We went during Covid-19 and felt very safe on a private tour with just our group.
4. PRIVATE Yellowstone Tour 4 or more people- Picnic, Binoculars, Spotting Scope
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5.0 based on 21 reviews
We are proud of our previous guests reviews. Please check them out. This is a private tour for your family. The price per person is less for larger groups. We also take smaller groups. We solve the complexities of Yellowstone so you can have a worry-free trip and have time to cherish the memories being made! We erase all the stress of navigating this park that receives 4 million visitors a year. We pride ourselves in going the extra mile to make it a luxury experience that you will never forget. We will take you to all the right spots, restrooms, and parking lots. All you have to do is enjoy the beauty, wildlife, and geysers. This a world class experience with world class service. With our experience and expertise, you will leave with a deep understanding of the history, science, and beauty of the world's first national park. Please message us with any questions.
Inclusions: Gourmet Picnic Style Lunch, Snacks, Bottled water, Binoculars, Spotting Scope, Field Guides, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Park Entrance Pass.
Reviewed By S8852DNbiancap
This was our first time in Wyoming and we’re so glad we went with this company! Our guide was so knowledgeable, friendly, and flexible based on what our top priorities were! We got to see all kinds of animals and angles of the Tetons. They showed us all the cool picture spots too. We will definitely return again for the summertime/longer length tours like Yellowstone!
5. PRIVATE Yellowstone Tour: Famous Sites, Wildlife, Easy Hikes, & Lunch included!
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5.0 based on 70 reviews
Our private tours are led by experienced, knowledgeable, and local guides. During our day we will make our way through Yellowstone National Park stopping at all of the most famous sites. As well as some of the lesser known locations to see colorful hot springs, geysers, and wildlife! We will view Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Hot Spring, the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, Yellowstone Falls, Artist Paint Pots, the Mud Volcano, Yellowstone Lake, and stop for wildlife viewing. If wildlife is far away we will them with provided high powered spotting scopes and binoculars! We will have several group discussions about the parks biology, history, and geology as we make our way through the park. Our small sized tours allow us to go off the beaten path and take short cuts to save time. A delicious picnic style lunch from a local deli is provided along with bottled water, sparkling waters, and sodas. We can take a few optional short hikes along the way to a scenic lake, waterfall, or spring!
Inclusions: Gourmet picnic lunch from a local deli at a scenic location, Binoculars, High zoom spotting scope, Soda/Pop, Air-conditioned vehicle, in addition to drinking water Pelligrino, Perrier, and La Croix will be on board
Exclusions: National Park Entrance Fee
Reviewed By elisenwillis
We booked a tour with Derek for Yellowstone in August 2020. He did not disappoint! My kids loved him and so did my husband and I. My oldest talked his ear off! Derek is an encyclopedia of knowledge about the area and took us to spots where we saw lots of animals including the rare sighting of a Grizzly and her cub! We got up early for that! We hit a lot of the main spots as well but Derek showed us some not so common areas that were quiet and spectacular! We would have never known these areas were there. I highly recommend doing a tour in Yellowstone with Derek and would absolutely do it again!
6. Yellowstone Lower Loop Guided Tour from Cody, Wyoming
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5.0 based on 50 reviews
See Yellowstone National Park on a full-day tour from Cody with a naturalist and professional photographer guide. Explore the country's first national park with an emphasis on nature photography, ecology, geology, and wildlife viewing. We are in the park earlier than other tours assuring you have superior wildlfie viewing opportunites and smaller crowds. You'll travel along the Lower Loop, which provides an in-depth look at the park's otherworldly thermal areas such as the Upper Geyser Basin, where you can watch an eruption of Old Faithful, Yellowstone's most famous geyser. This tour is limited to nine people to provide a small-group experience. Everyone has a windoe seat. Breakfast snacks and drinks are provided. Experience Yellowstone Tours does not pick up in Jackson, WY, West Yellowstone, MT, Gardiner MT, Old Faithful, Grant Village, Canyon Lodge, Mammoth Hot Springs
Inclusions: Snacks, Live commentary on board, Professional photographer guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Breakfast, Binoculars for each guest, Spotting scope on board, Lunch, Bottled water
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By janetlN5201UA
Awesome tour! Knowledgeable guide, saw lots of wildlife, spectacular views! Loved learning about the history, geography, biology and geology of the park.
7. VIP Safari of Yellowstone from West Yellowstone
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5.0 based on 23 reviews
Globe Trekkers is all about giving you The VIP and attention you deserve! These are private tours (your party only), hotel pick up and drop off included, you call the stops, we take your photos for you, And we offer complimentary snacks and drinks. Private guided Day Tour of Yellowstone National Park in a Jeep. All the Grand highlights of the park. The guide serves as Driver, Tour Guide, and personal photographer. The largest group size is 4, with a minimum of 1. Winter Tours are a bit different. We go through the Gallatin Valley up through Bozeman and in The Paradise Valley, to Yellowstone's North Gate. The Tour includes Lamar Valley and mammoth Hot Springs.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Snacks, Soda/Pop, Bottled water, Binoculars , Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes
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Reviewed By Marty L
with our having seen most of the Tetons the day before, Dennis made an adjustment on the fly to take us to Dubois for a beautiful hike to see Bighorn sheep and a beautiful waterfall.
8. 2 Hour Rafting on the Yellowstone River
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5.0 based on 235 reviews
This classic half-day whitewater rafting trip on the Yellowstone River is perfect for families and kids of all ages. Certified guides will provide you with 2 hours of great splashes and fun!
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Wetsuits, water shoes, splash jacket, Changing facility
Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities, DVD (available to purchase), Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Reviewed By Audrey22182
We had such a great time! Our guide was informative and also fun! I was a little nervous about rafting, but had a total blast!
9. Yellowstone Old Faithful, Waterfalls and Wildlife Day Tour
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4.9 based on 354 reviews
This small-group tour is a fantastic way to observe wildlife as well as take in Grand Teton's beauty and Yellowstone’s numerous geyser basins. We will be making stops at Oxbow Bend, Old Faithful geyser, Yellowstone Lake, Hayden Valley, Fountain Paint Pots and Mud Pots, West Thumb Geyser Basin, the Lower Falls of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, as well as several other geyser basins. Yellowstone National Park’s rich history, geology, wildfires and wildlife will be discussed in detail throughout the tour. Wildlife that is often observed on this tour are bison, grizzly bears, black bears, wolves, moose, elk, eagles, mule deer, pronghorn, and coyotes. We will offer many stops throughout the tour for guests to get out of the vehicle and observe the different wildlife viewing opportunities with the binoculars and scope that we provide, and to walk the various boardwalks we stop at. This tour will include a picnic style lunch that will be served by your guide.
Inclusions: Professional/Naturalist interpretive guide, Transport by enclosed, air-conditioned vehicle, Picnic Lunch/Snacks, Beverages, Use of binoculars per person/scope for group, Hotel pickup and drop-off in Jackson Hole, WY
Exclusions: Gratuities recommended at 10-15% of tour cost, National Park entrance fees
Reviewed By LAnderson49
We did an all day tour in Grand Teton National Park with Kelsie and Jeff. BEST DAY EVER! The day started off with them picking us up at our hotel at 0545 sharp! Beautiful weather. Our day was filled with sightings; moose, elk herd, bison, grizzly mom & cub, lone grizzly, 2 fox, white tail deer, mule deer, grouse, bald eagles, red wing hawks, kestrel and many more small birds which Jeff could identify by their call. The breadth of their combined knowledge is truly amazing. We learned so much about the local wildlife, park ecosystem, geological information about the Grand Tetons and local history. We finished the day with lunch at Dornan’s restaurant at Moose Junction. Lots of good humor and good food. It is my opinion, everyone who visits this area would benefit from one of the tours offered. You’ll be in good hands.
10. Yellowstone National Park - Full-Day Lower Loop Tour from Jackson Hole
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 161 reviews
Explore Yellowstone on a 12-13 hour tour with a local guide. Set out FROM JACKSON HOLE, WY area to experience America's first national park. See its iconic Old Faithful, marvel at the Grand Canyon Waterfalls, and search for wildlife including grizzlies, bison, grey wolves, and more. This tour includes both a light breakfast, lunch and park entrance fees, as well as the use of binoculars. For Tour Dates BEFORE May 14, since the South Entrance is closed, Tours will drive from Jackson to West Yellowstone to enter through the West Gate. Thus, we will not tour through Grand Teton Park from Apr 16-May 13.
Inclusions: National Park fees, Hotel pickup and drop-off at select Jackson Hotel area lodgings, Continental breakfast, Picnic lunch, Expertise of a local guide
Exclusions: Gratuities (commonly 10-20%)
Reviewed By Patrick335SF
We booked the one day yellowstone tour out of Jackson hole since they were very responsive over the phone. Overall it was OK. Our tour driver was very nice however he was very long-winded. Too much detail about everything that the group was getting annoyed. Fortunately we had Brian’s number and he was kind enough to give the driver our feedback and the rest of the tour was better. Pros: - plenty of time for pictures - convenient pick up from a location close to where we stayed - nice people on the bus - lunch and breakfast provided - plenty of bathroom breaks Con: - stoping to see tractors and other farm equipment - bus was a little older - cup holders broken off back of the seats (holes in the fabrics) and no storage space for belongings. And lacking phone chargers. - timing to see old faithful could have been better - not as much wildlife as we expected
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