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Yellowstone Winter Wildlife Safari from Bozeman - Private Tour

Yellowstone Winter Wildlife Safari from Bozeman - Private Tour

Overview

While winter may bring cold temperatures, snowy days and a resounding stillness to the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, it is also undoubtedly one of the most exciting seasons to go on a wildlife safari.

Yellowstone in winter is an extreme, exclusive place. Of the 300 miles of road in the Park, only 50 miles are open to regular vehicles between the months of November to April. A private, full-day winter tour with Yellowstone Safari Co. focuses on this region, the spectacular Northern Range between Mammoth Hot Springs and Cooke City, Montana, where some of the best wildlife viewing in North American can be found.

The Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem is a region steeped in history and wildness, where nature thrives as it did prior to human settlement. On your safari you will have an opportunity to view hundreds, if not thousands, of large mammals and other wildlife, including herds of bison and elk, gray wolves, mule deer, moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goats and more.

City: Bozeman

Fri 25 Apr

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Starting at $697.50

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Fri 25 Apr

Starting at $697.50

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Non-alcoholic beverages

Use of UHD binoculars and spotting scopes

A variety of snacks, sourced locally and organic when possible.

A picnic lunch, sourced locally with seasonal ingredients and packaged with recyclable and compostable materials.

Professional naturalist guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
If your child requires a car seat, please be sure to bring it with you.

What To Expect

Paradise Valley

Paradise Valley runs north-south, bordered on the north by the town of Livingston, MT and on the south by Gardiner, MT. The valley lies between the Gallatin Range to the west and the Absaroka Range to the east. It is also a major corridor of the Yellowstone River and is home to diverse flora and fauna as well as geological wonders. Our safari makes a stop here in search of wildlife. Your guide will educate you on the historical or geological significance of your stop.

Yellowstone River

The Yellowstone River originates in the Absaroka Range at the Continental Divide and flows north through Yellowstone National Park and Paradise Valley before heading east across the plains of Montana and eventually flowing into the Missouri River. It is a large-volume river, fed by several tributaries on its journey eastward. The river provides habitat for many species in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and is known for its excellent trout population. Our safari makes a stop here in search of wildlife. Your guide will educate you on the historical or geological significance of your stop.

Lamar Valley

The Lamar Valley is located in the northeastern region of Yellowstone National Park and is well known for its natural beauty, flora and fauna. Such an abundance of wildlife exists here that it has been dubbed "the Serengeti of North America". Our safari makes several stops here in search of wildlife. Your guide will educate you on the historical or geological significance of your stop.

Roosevelt Arch

The Roosevelt Arch, built in 1903, is constructed of hexagonal blocks of columnar basalt and stands 52ft (16m) high. The arch stands at the north entrance to Yellowstone National Park in Gardiner, MT. The original conception was to provide a grand entrance to the world's first National Park but subsequent features were never installed and the official park entrance was relocated south of Gardiner. The arch itself remains standing and is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Our safari makes a stop here. Your guide will educate you on the historical or geological significance of your stop.

Albright Visitor Center and Museum

The Albright Visitor Center, located in the northern region of Yellowstone, is housed in a historic structure that originally served as quarters for cavalry troops charged with protection of the park prior to the creation of the National Park Service. Our safari makes a stop here. Your guide will educate you on the historical or geological significance of your stop.

Mammoth Hot Springs

Mammoth Hot Springs is a collection of thermal features at the north entrance of Yellowstone National Park. It is best known for the travertine terraces that form from mineral deposits, but there are many other observable geothermal features in this area. The algae living in the pools creates the distinct brownish, reddish colors. Our safari makes a stop here. Your guide will educate you on the historical or geological significance of your stop.

Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone National Park Entrance Gate - North Entrance

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (6)

2113jodee11

Jul 2023

Yellowstone Safari is the absolute BEST company to use when wanting to visit Yellowstone! If you only have a few days to visit their private guides are the way to go! This is part 1 of 2 reviews since we used their service/guide for 2 days and 2 unique experiences. Overall: Our group consisted of 7 people, ranging in age from 74 to 9! We had some medical things to navigate, along with keeping it active and fun for the 40 year olds and teenager. Our guide Grant was OUTSTANDING! He met everyone at their level!! The Wildlife: We saw bison, wolves, grizzly, black bear, elk, prong horn, mountain goat and we even saw a coyote kill a small uinta ground squirrel …it was AMAZING! Grant knows EVERYONE and they all share where the animals are and radio to one another so you can get to where they are and get the best animal sightings! Allergies/Bathroom Breaks/Medical: We have two with food allergies (one person has a gluten allergy and the other an egg allergy) CUSTOM breakfast and lunch items for these individuals, including the “best gluten free bread” they had ever had! Frequent bathroom breaks and they know where the “good bathrooms” are! No one was ever hungry, thirsty or “needing to go”. Grant went out of his way to make sure those with medical needs in our group were accommodated!

Expedition57207

Jul 2023

Our private tour to Yellowstone National Park was a fantastic experience. Our guide, Gabrielle, was absolutely the best and so knowledgeable. She made sure we were enjoying every aspect, gave us options for sightseeing, and navigated is through the park with ease. I would highly recommend this tour and ask for Gabby!

Rebecca_M

Feb 2023

My 6 year old loves wolves and it was the one thing on our list that we were hoping to see. As soon as we drove into the park, we saw them! The day continued to get better with more and more animal sightings including the same wolves on the way out. We couldn't have asked for a better day or a better guide. Grant was very knowledgable and we learned so much about the park, its animals and history. Highly recommend!

Response from Host

Feb 2023

Thank you so much for this review Rebecca. I remember speaking with you about how much your child wanted to see wolves. I am so glad you were successful! We are happy you enjoyed your day with Grant, and to hear your joyful feedback!