Grand Teton National Park Private Wildlife Safari - Full Day

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Black bears can be brown — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Grand Teton National Park Private Wildlife Safari - Full Day, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

We have Jackson's only "See Wildlife or Your Tour is Free" refund policy.

Your adventure begins at dawn with a chance to see the rising sun light up the Teton mountains. Morning is a great time to see the iconic wildlife that call Jackson Hole home. This tour gives us time to take some short half-mile walks (Sorry, Guided Hikes are not permitted in Grand Teton National Park) and have a picnic lunch in the Park.

Our experienced local guides will show you the best of Grand Teton, from the famous Mormon Row and Oxbow Bend to the hidden spots where the wildlife hang out, that only the locals know.

Ideal for Guests:

*With more time,

*Anyone wanting to see a particular animal. While this isn't a zoo, having more time to look increases your chances of seeing that dream animal.

*People who want to take short walks to explore more.

*And anyone who wants to flexibility of adapting their tour on the fly without having to worry about what the other people in the bus want.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: Guides of Jackson Hole (GoJH)

Ages: Adults (5–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Carbonated beverages: Waterloo Sparkling Waters
Included: Snacks: Chocolate, Healthy Trail Mix, Fresh Fruit and Granola Bars
Included: Bottled water: We use Aluminum bottles
Included: A picnic lunch with your choice of sandwich in summer or lunch at Palate Restuarant on winter tours
Included: Tea and coffee: Mike & Jen's Hot Chocolate, Purity Coffee Sachets & Selection of Teas
Included: Vortex Binoculars & Spotting Scopes for Wildlife Viewing

Not included

Not included: Admission fees: National Park Admission fee $20-35
Not included: Gratuities: Jackson is an expensive place to live. A Tip of 10-25% reflective of their service will be appreciated by your guide.
Not included: We welcome families. Please provide your own infant car seat. We have one toddler booster seat.

Itinerary

Kelly

Passing by

The road to Kelly follows the Gros Ventre River, and is prime moose habitat
Schwabacher Landing

20 min

A wildlife rich riverside area known for photos with the Tetons
Mormon Row Historic District

20 min

An historic farming district with iconic barns beneath the Tetons vistas.
Oxbow Bend

20 min Admission not included

An iconic bend in the Snake River with Mt Moran rising in the background. This area is rich in wildlife.
Jackson Lake

20 min Admission not included

The largest lake in the National Park it is the center of Grizzly country with access to Willow Flats and the Pilgrim Creek area.
Signal Mountain Summit Road

20 min Admission not included

A detour to a unique view of Jackson Hole from above. (road closed in winter)
Jenny Lake

30 min Admission not included

A favorite place for a short hike, whether along the lake shore or to the Moose Ponds overlook. (road closed in winter)
National Elk Refuge

one hour

During winter tours we visit the National Elk Refuge to see elk, bighorn sheep and hopefully wolves. The refuge sleigh ride is included in the cost of the tour.
Moose Wilson Road

Passing by

The backroad to Teton Village is great bear habitat in the fall. (closed in winter.)

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

If you don’t need an accommodation pickup, please meet at the Town of Jackson Parking Garage, free covered public parking near Jackson Town Square. Your guide will be in a vehicle marked Guides of Jackson Hole.

End point

If you don’t need an accommodation pickup, please meet at the Town of Jackson Parking Garage, free covered public parking near Jackson Town Square. Your guide will be in a vehicle marked Guides of Jackson Hole.

Pickup points

Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Alpine
Homewood Suites By Hilton Jackson
Rawhide Motel
Huff House Inn and Cabins
Cowboy Village Resort
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Jackson Hole
Anvil Hotel
Hotel Yellowstone At Jackson Hole
Elk Country Inn
White Buffalo Club - Hotel
The Lodge At Jackson Hole
The Kudar

and 53 more pickup points

Tours are private, so we pick you up and drop you off at your accommodation unless you prefer otherwise.

If you want to meet us, we suggest Town of Jackson Parking Garage, free covered public parking near Jackson Town Square. Guide will be in a vehicle marked Guides of Jackson Hole. To arrange an alternative pickup location, please contact us at least 4 hours before your trip to arrange. Thank you.