Yellowstone Upper Loop Tour with Lunch

5.0 (2 reviews) West Yellowstone, USA
Duration8h - 10h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 13 travelers

Overview

Discover the wildlife-rich Northern Loop of Yellowstone with a comfortable transportation experience. This tour is a must for animal enthusiasts and nature photographers, offering the chance to explore iconic sites like Lamar Valley, known as "America’s Serengeti," and the scenic Tower-Roosevelt region. Enjoy views of the Yellowstone River and a visit to the unique Mammoth Hot Springs. With professional drivers and binocular rentals included, this full-day adventure lasts between 8-10 hours, ensuring you won’t miss a moment of Yellowstone's natural beauty.

- Explore Lamar Valley, a prime spot for wildlife photography
- Visit the scenic Tower-Roosevelt region and enjoy Yellowstone River views
- Stop at Mammoth Hot Springs to witness geothermal wonders
- Professional drivers provide transport for up to 13 guests, ensuring an intimate experience

What's included

  • Binoculars
  • Boxed lunch (sandwich, drink, cookie, fruit)
  • Parking Fees

What to expect

  1. Yellowstone National Park
    5h
    Travelers will journey through Yellowstone’s Upper loop aboard comfortable transportation and spend the day exploring key natural attractions. They will visit the wildlife‑heavy Lamar Valley, where large herds of bison and other animals are commonly seen, before continuing to the Tower–Roosevelt area for scenic canyon views and opportunities for photography. The experience includes a stop at Mammoth Hot Springs, where guests can walk the boardwalks to view the famous travertine terraces up close. Throughout the tour, travelers will enjoy professional guiding, narrated insights, and time to observe wildlife, capture photos, and appreciate Yellowstone’s diverse landscapes.
  2. Gibbon Falls
    30m
    Travelers will stop at an overlook to view and photograph this 84‑foot waterfall along the Gibbon River, enjoying scenic canyon views and a chance to stretch their legs.
  3. Artists Paintpots
    Pass by
    Guests will take an easy walk along the boardwalks to see bubbling mud pots, steam vents, and vibrantly colored geothermal features in this compact thermal area.
  4. Norris Geyser Basin
    Pass by
    Visitors will explore part of Yellowstone’s most active and hottest geothermal basin, viewing geysers, steaming vents, and colorful pools while walking designated paths.
  5. Mammoth Hot Springs Terraces
    Pass by
    Travelers will walk the boardwalks around the famous travertine terraces, observing constantly changing hot spring formations and learning about their geology and history.
  6. Roosevelt Arch
    Pass by
    (Roosevelt Arch (North Entrance)
    Guests will visit the iconic stone arch at the park’s North Entrance—an ideal spot for photos and a touch of Yellowstone history.
  7. Lamar Valley
    45m
    Travelers will drive through and stop within one of the best wildlife‑viewing regions in North America, watching for bison, elk, pronghorn, coyotes, bears, and wolves depending on conditions.
  8. Tower Fall
    30m
    Visitors will stop at the viewpoint overlooking this 132‑foot waterfall and enjoy the scenic forested canyon known for both geology and frequent wildlife sightings.
  9. Artist Point
    Pass by
    If conditions permit, travelers will visit one of Yellowstone’s most famous lookouts for stunning panoramic views of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and Lower Falls

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting point is the West Yellowstone Visitors Information Center.

End point

Meeting point is the West Yellowstone Visitors Information Center.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • 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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