3 Day Guided Wildlife Photography Tour in Yellowstone

5.0 (5 reviews) Bozeman, USA
Duration3 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This tour offers unique insights into the park’s ecosystems while enhancing your photography skills. Explore renowned wildlife hotspots such as Lamar Valley, Tower Junction, and other pristine areas, all carefully selected for their photographic potential. Whether you're a budding photographer or an experienced professional, this tour provides the perfect setting to elevate your craft.

Skills You'll Learn
Wildlife Tracking Techniques: Learn how to spot and predict wildlife movement for optimal photo opportunities.

Mastering Long-Lens Photography: Capture detailed and impactful portraits of animals in their natural habitat.

Compositional Excellence: Create balanced and captivating wildlife images using framing and lighting techniques.

Ethical Wildlife Photography Practices: Understand how to photography wildlife responsibly to minimize disturbance.

Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of camera settings.
A DSLR or mirrorless camera with a telephoto lens (400mm or longer preferred).

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Weather and resource app assistance
  • Access to prime wildlife viewing locations
  • A full itinerary and daily schedule of events
  • A one-on-one post-processing experience via Discord
  • Hands-on wildlife photography guidance, including step-by-step demonstrations and instruction
  • National Park Entrance Fee
  • Meals
  • Lodging

What to expect

Day 1: Touring Yellowstone's Lamar Valley for Wildlife
  1. Lamar Valley
    7h · Admission ticket not included
    Upon picking you up from your lodging location, we will venture into the park in search of photographic opportunities for wildlife. Plan to spend most of the day in the park, traveling back and forth between Gardiner and Cooke City seeking wildlife and photographic opportunities.
  2. Cooke City
    1h
    As most animals are bedded down during midday, the quaint mountain town of Cooke City is where we'll take our midday break for food & drink. There will be opportunities for gift shops and restrooms during our break in Cooke City, MT.
Day 2: Touring Yellowstone's Lamar Valley for Wildlife
  1. Lamar Valley
    7h · Admission ticket not included
    Upon picking you up from your lodging location, we will venture into the park in search of photographic opportunities for wildlife. Plan to spend most of the day in the park, traveling back and forth between Gardiner and Cooke City seeking wildlife and photographic opportunities.
  2. Cooke City
    1h
    As most animals are bedded down during midday, the quaint mountain town of Cooke City is where we'll take our midday break for food & drink. There will be opportunities for gift shops and restrooms during our break in Cooke City, MT.
Day 3: Touring Yellowstone's Lamar Valley for Wildlife
  1. Lamar Valley
    7h · Admission ticket not included
    Upon picking you up from your lodging location, we will venture into the park in search of photographic opportunities for wildlife. Plan to spend most of the day in the park, traveling back and forth between Gardiner and Cooke City seeking wildlife and photographic opportunities.
  2. Cooke City
    1h
    As most animals are bedded down during midday, the quaint mountain town of Cooke City is where we'll take our midday break for food & drink. There will be opportunities for gift shops and restrooms during our break in Cooke City, MT.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Please plan to meet us right outside the front lobby of your lodging accommodation at our designated pick-up time.

If you will need transportation from Bozeman-Yellowstone International Airport, please reach out to us for additional arrangements..

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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