Private Guided Winter Photo Safari
Join professional wildlife photographer JoJo Kaul for an unforgettable winter photography journey through Yellowstone National Park. Designed for all levels, these private 1–3 day tours focus on capturing wolves, bison, elk, and foxes amid the park’s snow-draped wilderness.
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$750 USD
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Ages 5+
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6–8 Hours Per Day (1–3 Days)
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Yellowstone, Montana
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Livingston; Paradise Valley; Gardiner; Mammoth Hot Springs
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- Track Wolves & Bison
- Winter Wildlife Encounters
- Professional Photo Instruction
- Multi-Day Tour Options
- Private SUV & Expert Guide
- Family-Friendly Small Group
- Hot Drinks & Lunch Included
- Binoculars & Scopes Provided
- Customizable Itinerary
- Exclusive Yellowstone Experience
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- Professional guide • Private SUV transport • Binoculars & scopes • Snacks • Drinks • Lunch • Breakfast on request
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- Layered winter clothing • insulated boots • gloves • hat • thermal layers • camera gear • park pass or $20 fee.
Yellowstone Winter Photography Tours Features
Track Wolves & Capture Iconic Wildlife
Your guide closely follows Yellowstone’s wolf packs and other wildlife, ensuring rare opportunities to photograph animals in their natural habitat. Each moment is enhanced by JoJo’s field expertise and storytelling.
Photograph in Winter’s Best Light
Winter brings wildlife into the open valleys, with soft lighting that’s ideal for photography. Expect crystalline mornings, steaming rivers, and golden sunsets that transform each frame into art.
Yellowstone Winter Photography Tours Details
- Highlights
- Description
- Itinerary
- Price & Availability
- Food & Drink
- Instructions
- Restrictions
- Transportation
Highlights
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Track Wolves & Bison
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Winter Wildlife Encounters
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Professional Photo Instruction
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Scopes & Binoculars Included
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Multi-Day Options
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Private Vehicle & Guide
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Customizable Experience
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Includes Meals & Drinks
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Family-Friendly (5+)
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Comfortable, Scenic Routes
Description
Winter in Yellowstone is unlike any other photography experience. When the bears hibernate, wolves, moose, and bison roam freely across snow-covered valleys — their breath visible in the cold mountain air. Led by wildlife photographer JoJo Kaul, these 1–3 day private tours explore Yellowstone’s northern corridor from Gardiner to Cooke City, with stops tailored to maximize light, landscape, and wildlife encounters. You’ll learn how to anticipate animal movement, compose dramatic winter scenes, and make the most of limited daylight hours. The park’s geothermal features add contrast, where geysers and fumaroles send plumes of steam into the frigid air. Using spotting scopes, binoculars, and warm blankets, guests stay comfortable even in subzero conditions. Daily itineraries include snacks, drinks, and lunch, with breakfast available upon request. Multi-day guests enjoy extended time in the field, increasing chances to capture wolves hunting, foxes diving for prey, or eagles perched against the snow. This adventure merges the thrill of discovery with professional photography guidance, offering one of Yellowstone’s most exclusive and immersive winter tours.
Itinerary
6:30 AM — Pickup in Livingston (7 AM Paradise Valley; 7:30 AM Gardiner)
8:00 AM — Enter Yellowstone and begin wildlife tracking
9:00 AM — Photograph wolves and bison in Lamar Valley
11:00 AM — Break with snacks and warm drinks
12:30 PM — Lunch in the field or scenic stop
1:30 PM — Afternoon sessions for moose, elk, and foxes
3:30 PM — Coaching on light and composition
4:30 PM — Return drive with final photo opportunities
5:30 PM — Drop-off at pickup location
Price & Availability
Single-day: $750 (1–2 guests) • $900 (3 guests). Multi-day: 2 days $1,800 • 3 days $2,400 (up to 3 guests). Park entry fee $20/person additional. 15+ day cancellation: refund minus $100 fee; 8–14 days: 65% refund; 7 or fewer: nonrefundable.
Food & Drink
Snacks, fruit, and lunch included. Breakfast available upon request.
Instructions
Book early; small groups confirmed with deposit. Dress for winter conditions. Pickup in Livingston, Paradise Valley, or Gardiner.
Restrictions
Minimum age 5 • Up to 3 guests • Not wheelchair accessible • Park entry fee not included.
Transportation
Private transport included with pickup from Livingston, Paradise Valley, or Gardiner.
Frequently Asked Questions
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CONTACT US
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National Park Tours
700 Rochelle Cir
Fort Collins, CO 80526 -
Meeting locations vary for each tour: You will be sent a meeting location after you book
