Explore Yellowstone’s Quiet Season
Explore Yellowstone’s snowy northern range on a 6–8 hour guided safari. With expert naturalist guides, heated vehicles, and premium optics, you’ll have the chance to view wolves, bison, elk, and more while learning about Yellowstone’s history, geology, and wildlife.
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$1,095 USD
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All ages
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6–8 hours
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Yellowstone, Wyoming
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Bozeman; Gardiner
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- Track Wolves & Bison
- Spot Elk & Moose Herds
- Private Naturalist Guide
- Scopes & Binoculars Included
- Includes Meals & Drinks
- Family-Friendly Tour
- Scenic Winter Landscapes
- Heated Vehicle Comfort
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Professional naturalist guide, heated SUV/van transport, spotting scopes, binoculars, breakfast, lunch, snacks, hot/cold drinks, blankets.
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Warm layered clothing, insulated boots, gloves, hat, wool socks, camera, sunglasses, sunscreen, park pass or entry fees.
Yellowstone Winter Wildlife Safari Features
Expert Naturalist Guides
Your guide is trained in ecology, safety, and winter conditions, providing engaging interpretation and maximizing your wildlife sightings.
Prime Wolf Territory
Travel through Lamar Valley and Yellowstone’s northern range, renowned as one of the best places in North America to spot wild wolves.
Yellowstone Winter Wildlife Safari Details
- Highlights
- Description
- Itinerary
- Price & Availability
- Food & Drink
- Instructions
- Restrictions
- Transportation
Highlights
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Track Wolves & Bison
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Spot Elk & Moose Herds
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Private Naturalist Guide
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Scopes & Binoculars Included
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Includes Meals & Drinks
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Family-Friendly Tour
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Scenic Winter Landscapes
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Heated Vehicle Comfort
Description
Yellowstone’s winter transforms the park into a serene landscape of snowy valleys, steaming geysers, and abundant wildlife. On this 6–8 hour private safari, you’ll travel in a heated Chevy Suburban or Ford Transit van with large windows, accompanied by a professional naturalist guide trained in winter safety. The tour focuses on the northern range and Lamar Valley, often called America’s Serengeti, one of the best places on Earth to see wild wolves. Alongside wolves, you may see bison plowing through snow, elk grazing, bighorn sheep on rocky slopes, or even coyotes, moose, and trumpeter swans. Guides share stories of Yellowstone’s volcanic geology, the history of wolf reintroduction, and Native American heritage, bringing depth to the landscapes. Breakfast, lunch, snacks, and hot drinks are included, and spotting scopes and binoculars are provided to enhance viewing. Pickup is available from Bozeman or Gardiner, with start times adjusted seasonally to match the best light and animal activity. Whether you’re a photographer, wildlife enthusiast, or family, this safari blends comfort, education, and adventure in Yellowstone’s most magical season.
Itinerary
7:00 AM — Pickup in Bozeman or Gardiner
8:00 AM — Enter Yellowstone, begin wildlife tracking
9:00 AM — Explore Lamar Valley for wolves and bison
11:00 AM — Break with hot drinks and snacks
12:00 PM — Lunch provided in the field
1:00 PM — Scenic stops at Mammoth Hot Springs and Yellowstone River
3:00 PM — Continue wildlife viewing, elk and sheep focus
4:30 PM — Return transfer to pickup location
Price & Availability
$1,095 base price (up to 4 guests). Each additional guest $125. Up to 10 guests. December–April availability. 50% deposit required. 15% gratuity recommended.
Food & Drink
Breakfast, lunch, snacks, hot and cold beverages included.
Instructions
Hotel/Airbnb pickup from Bozeman or Gardiner. Seasonal start times 7:30–8:00 AM. Itinerary may adjust due to weather or wildlife.
Restrictions
All ages welcome. Maximum 10 guests. Not wheelchair accessible. Park entry fees not included.
Transportation
Private SUV/van transport included with hotel/Airbnb pickup in Bozeman 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
