Bozeman, MT: Yellowstone Wolves & Winter 4 Day/3 Night Adventure

4.7 (15 reviews) Gardiner, USA
Duration4 days
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience wolves in the wild of Yellowstone and other epic wildlife in their winter habitat on this amazing tour! Witness the American Serengeti (considered to be the best place to view wolves on Earth) on this small group eco-tour adventure. Your excursion begins in Bozeman, Montana, with overnight stays in Gardiner, Montana and Cooke City Montana. You will spend 4 days with a professional, local naturalist guide exploring in a small vehicle. You will traverse Yellowstone National Park in search of wildlife such as wolves, elk, bison, mule deer, moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, bald eagles, fox, and coyotes in Lamar Valley.

Guests will have ample photo opportunities to capture the wondrous winter wildlife and landscape of Yellowstone, and should expect to be getting in and out of the vehicle throughout the day. Binoculars and scope provided on each tour to view wildlife that is far away.

**Tour Itinerary Subject to Change on Park Conditions, Road Closures, & Accessibility**

What's included

  • • *National Park Entrance Fee (*Only For residents of the United States)
  • 3 nights accommodation
  • Driver/Local, Professional Guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (in Bozeman, Montana)
  • Breakfast
  • Live commentary on board
  • Beverages/Snacks
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities

What to expect

Day 1: Bozeman, Montana to North Entrance of Yellowstone National Park
  1. Paradise Valley
    2h
    Paradise Valley is a major river valley of the Yellowstone River in southwestern Montana just north of Yellowstone National Park in Park County, Montana. The valley is flanked by the Absaroka Range on the east and the Gallatin Range on the west.
    Guests can expect to see numerous wildlife sightings today that may include white-tailed deer, mule deer, elk, pronghorn antelope, golden eagles, bald eagles, along with other wildlife!
  2. Gardiner
    2h
    We will lodge in this picturesque mountain town that resides at the north entrance to Yellowstone National Park.
Day 2: Lamar Valley Wildlife Viewing - The Serengeti of the West!
  1. Lamar Valley
    5h · Admission ticket included
    Today will be our first day of wolf and major wildlife viewing in Yellowstone National Park!
    Lamar Valley is known as the 'American Serengeti' and we will be in the best wildlife viewing area in North America!
    Wolves move early and we will be out and about to have our best chances at finding them! Expect lots of wildlife and scenery throughout the morning. Wildlife we often see are mule deer, pronghorn antelope, bighorn sheep, bison, elk, and moose. We will be driving through territory of 3 wolf packs making this a great opportunity for wolf viewing!
  2. Roosevelt Arch
    20m · Admission ticket included
    The Roosevelt Arch is an arch at the north entrance to Yellowstone National Park in Gardiner, Montana, United States. Constructed under the supervision of the US Army at Fort Yellowstone, its cornerstone was laid down by President Theodore Roosevelt in 1903.
    This is a great place to stop and take a photo of your trip into Yellowstone National Park!
  3. Yellowstone National Park
    7h
    On March 1, 1872, Yellowstone became the first national park for all to enjoy the unique hydrothermal and geologic features.
    The history of wolves in Yellowstone includes the extirpation, absence and reintroduction of wild populations of the gray wolf to Yellowstone National Park and the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.
Day 3: All Day Wildlife Viewing in Lamar Valley in Yellowstone National Park!
  1. Lamar Valley
    7h · Admission ticket included
    We will depart the lodge early for another morning of listening, glassing and watching wolves!
    We often have wolf killed elk and winter deceased bison located that wolves and other predators visit to get a bite to eat. On these food sources we may see coyote, red fox, bald eagle, golden eagles, and wolves!
    Your professional guide will use all available resources to track down and show you wolves like you’ve never seen them before! We will then check in to our lodge in Cooke City, Montana where we will take a break and guests may choose to go back into the park to wildlife watch or relax in Cooke City for the evening.
Day 4: Lamar Valley Wildlife Viewing, Mammoth Hot Springs, *Tour End*
  1. Lamar Valley
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Another early morning as we head out for one last game drive to view wolves & other wildlife! We will see many other animals along the way as they endure the everyday struggle of surviving the harsh Yellowstone winter. Guests should keep their camera ready as photography opportunities are around every corner! Guests will have a great chance to see bison, elk, moose, mule deer, bighorn sheep, pronghorn antelope, mountain goat, coyote, and red fox!
  2. Mammoth Hot Springs
    45m · Admission ticket included
    On our way to Bozeman we will visit Mammoth Hot Springs.

    Guests should expect to arrive at their Bozeman, Montana area hotel at approximately 4 p.m.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Minimum age is 6 years

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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