Private Summer Wildlife
Safari
Fully Private
4x4 Suburban
Bozeman
West Yellowstone
May-November
8-10 hours
Max 7 people*
From $1350
*For Bozeman, Gardiner and Paradise Valley Pick ups we can only accommodate up to 6 people.
Description
Yellowstone National Park contains the largest concentration of mammals found anywhere in North America. This day tour will take us through Yellowstone’s Northern Range – one of North Americas most wildest places. The Northern Range is undoubtedly one of the prime wildlife viewing spots in North America if not the world. It harbors a healthy populations of grizzly bears, wolves, and mountain lions. Not to mention large bison herds, moose, numerous black bears, mountain goats, big horn sheep, pronghorn, and countless Elk. Visitors are likely to depart from the park with at least one, if not more, checks on their wildlife bucket list. On this Wildlife Safari, we will head to the best areas of the park to safely view wildlife and enjoy animal encounters that could be lurking around every corner. We will also stop for a scenic picnic style lunch at a beautiful picnic area! To do this tour with the most success, it is best to get the earliest start possible. *Animals roam the park freely; we cannot guarantee you will see every animal on the list.
WE DO NOT Recommend this tour in late July or August due to the hot temperatures.
Highlights
Travel to the best place in the park to view wildlife based on current wildlife sightings and weather.
Includes a picnic Lunch from local French bakery, snacks, drinks, and waters
Two hidden gem hikes
Open to All Ages and Ability Range
Includes Binoculars for every guest
Includes two Spotting Scopes per tour
Includes take home videos of wildlife
Alternative/Recommend for July and August
Waterfall and Wildlife Tour
The summer months of July and August bring new excitement to the park as the bison rut is in full swing. Bison grunts echo through the valleys as their large bodies clash against each other and dust swirls up. This sight encompasses the North American wild. We will spend a lot of time hiking to 4 different waterfalls, a favorite is the Canyon of Yellowstone with unparalleled views. We will also stop for a scenic picnic style lunch at a beautiful picnic area! This tour is the most successful with an earlier start. *Animals roam the park freely; we cannot guarantee you will see every animal on the list.
Highlights
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Travel to the best place in the park to view wildlife based on current wildlife sightings and weather.
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Includes a picnic Lunch from local French bakery, snacks, drinks, and waters
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Active Day with several hikes to waterfalls
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4 Hikes to 4 different waterfalls
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Open to All Ages
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Includes Binoculars for every guest
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Includes two Spotting Scopes per tour
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Includes take home videos of wildlife
Alternative
Rates for Summer 2023:
$1350 for 2 people (use code : 2PEOPLE)
$1450 for 3 people (use code : 3PEOPLE)
$1650 for groups of 4-7 people
Wildlife Viewing Guide
All of the species listed below can be seen April to Nov. It is likely we will see them on all of tours in April, May, June, and October. Due to the higher temperatures in July and August viewing bears and wolves may be challenging and limited to the early morning hours. The Wildlife Viewing Guide can be used as an indicator to view each species when they are the most active.
Wolves
Year around
Early mornings and carcasses provide wolf watching opportunities. They can be seen all year long but may be challenging in late July, August, and early September
Grizzly Bears
April, May, June & October
Spring and fall provide milder temperatures which bears prefer. Challenging to see in late July and August due to high daytime temperatures
Bison
Seen all year round
The Bison rut mid summer is a spectacle to be seen. Males fighting for breeding rights. May and April is great for bison calves
Black Bears
Late April, May, and June
Black bears are seen easiest on our tours in May and June.
Elk
Year round but best seen in September
Bull elk bugling, locking antlers, and chasing off other males during the September rut is something you will not forget.
Others
Occasional
Bighorn Sheep, Pronghorn, River Otters, Red foxes and coyotes are seen on our tours.
Pick Up Info
West Yellowstone ,Bozeman, Livingston,
Paradise Valley, Gardiner & Mammoth
5:00am -7:00 am
Our pick up times vary from location to location to allow best wildlife watching in the park. There is fluctuation from month to month as these decisions are made on how much light is available.
We pick up as early as possible in West Yellowstone, between Bozeman and Gardiner. We also pick up at the lodges in Yellowstone.
Tours in Bozeman and Gardiner are performed by Yellowstone Wilderness Expeditions LLC.
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FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers
We can not guarantee any wolf or bear sightings, but there is always one exciting memory that guests bring home.
Yes, our tours are 100% private and customized to your desires. It will be just your family and friends for the entire day.
Each tour comes with a provided deli style lunch from a local bakery that makes all of their breads from scratch. You will get to choose from turkey, roast beef, ham, or vegetarian sandwich with mustard and mayo on the side. All sandwiches come with cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Your lunch will come with a large selection of chips, an organic apple, and a fresh baked cookie.
Park Entrance Fee is not included in the price of the tour. However, if you have an annual park pass, it will get up 4 adult members of your group into the park. Otherwise, adults are $20/day. Children 15 and under are free. If you have a Senior Pass, are active Military, purchased a National Parks Pass, or are in the 4th Grade you will get yourself and part of the tour group in for free.
Come prepared and expect anything from cold and wet to extremely hot.