Yellowstone National Park Day Tour

About the Trip

Yellowstone National Park is a world unlike any other! Departing from Jackson, we’ll head through Grand Teton National Park and into the south entrance of Yellowstone where you’ll then be guided through many of the geologic marvels and wildlife that make the park so unique. Along our trip we’ll hit the must-see highlights of Grand Prismatic Spring, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River, and of course, Old Faithful. There’s usually time for one or two other quick stops, as well as a picnic lunch one of the scenic locations (weather permitting). Along the way we’ll also stop and admire any wildlife that greets us along our route.

The route for Yellowstone National Park day trips most frequently involves driving the “lower loop” of the Grand Loop Road of the park. Commuting to and from Jackson takes us directly through Grand Teton National Park as well, though more time is spent exploring Grand Teton’s road options on the half-day tours.

What’s Included

  • Knowledgeable guide
  • Pickup to/from your lodging
  • Lunch
  • Snacks and water for everyone
  • Use of high-powered binoculars

What’s Not Included

  • Guide gratuity
  • Park entrance fees

Info

Max people:
Seasons:
Duration:

8
Spring-Fall
10-12 hours

Public Safari

$335/person

Private Safari

$1175 for 1-5 people
$2100 6-13 people

What should I expect from our Yellowstone tour?

Yellowstone National Park is a treasure trove of geologic wonders and wildlife. The park is setup with various stopping points to get out and walk short distances. These usually range from half to one mile in length. (More can be explored if desired, time permitting.) Along these short walks are some of the most breathtaking thermal features in the park. These include Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Spring, and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River. As mentioned, depending on timing, we might also have the opportunity to explore one or two other short stops as well to see more diversity in the features.

And, of course, no trip to Yellowstone would be complete without some wildlife. While no company is brave enough to guarantee any wildlife sightings, there’s virtually always something out along the way to see. Wildlife sightings can include bison, elk, coyotes, wolves, grizzly bears, black bears, foxes, and more.

It’s also important to note that weather can change dramatically. Especially in spring and fall months, be prepared for cooler temperatures, as the average elevation we’ll be traversing in Yellowstone can vary from 7,000-8,000 feet above sea level.

While we will travel through Grand Teton National Park both to and from Yellowstone, it’s important to note that we don’t spend much time at all exploring the back roads of Grand Teton. If you’d like to see more of the corners and scenic byways of that park, consider also booking a Grand Teton National Park Safari as well!