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Private Small Group Yellowstone Wildlife Safari

5.0 (6 reviews) 8 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Private Small Group Yellowstone Wildlife Safari

About this activity

Experience Yellowstone like never before on our Private Wildlife Tour, an intimate adventure into some of the park’s most iconic landscapes and animal habitats.

With a knowledgeable naturalist guide and a tailored itinerary, you’ll explore wildlife-rich areas like the Lamar Valley, often called the Serengeti of North America, where we'll have the opportunity to spot wolves in the wild, grizzlies grazing, bison thundering across open plains, or elk bugling in the morning. Using high-powered scopes and local knowledge, your guide will bring the hidden world of Yellowstone’s wildlife to life, sharing fascinating stories about the park’s complex ecosystem and the creatures that call it home. Whether you’re a seasoned photographer, a nature lover, or simply curious, this tour offers a front-row seat to the wild with maximum flexibility, comfort, and personal attention.

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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
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Yellowstone Recreation Company

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private transportation
  • Included: Carbonated beverages: Soda/Pop
  • Included: Snacks
  • Included: Lunch: We are happy to accommodate gluten free or vegan guests, as well as to accommodate allergies.
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Included: Use of Spotting Scopes & Binoculars

Not included

  • Not included: Admission fees: NPS Commercial Tour Admission ($20 per person over 16)
  • Not included: Admission fees: NPS International Visitor Admission Fee - $100
  • Not included: Guide Gratuity

Itinerary

  1. Lamar Valley

    4 hours

    Lamar Valley is the 'Serengeti of North America.' Herds of bison numbering in the hundreds, wolves, pronghorn, elk, bears, and more call this valley home. This beautiful valley is a must-see destination for any visit to Yellowstone.

  2. Slough Creek

    4 hours

    A hot-spot for wolves, bears, badgers, and more, slough creek is a wild-life lover's paradise. Yellowstone's Northern Range, including Slough Creek and Lamar Valley, is the best place in the world to see wolves in the wild.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel & Cabins
  • Gardiner Guest House B&B
  • 406 Lodge
  • Cowboy's Lodge
  • The Antler Lodge
  • Travelodge by Wyndham Gardiner Yellowstone Park North
  • Yellowstone River Motel
  • Yellowstone Village Inn
  • Hillcrest Cottages
  • Super 8 by Wyndham Gardiner/Yellowstone Park Area
  • Yellowstone Riverside Cottages
  • The Ridgeline HotelR at Yellowstone

and 3 more pickup points

We can meet guests at any hotel, rental, or campsite in the Gardiner, Mammoth, or Canyon areas.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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Private Small Group Yellowstone Wildlife Safari

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