Yellowstone Wildlife: Iconic Animal Sightings

Explore Yellowstone’s Hayden & Lamar Valleys for bison, elk, bears, and more. Perfect for wildlife photography and sightseeing.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Hayden Valley - Hayden Valley is a great place to see wildlife in Yellowstone, including bison, elk, bears, eagles, otters, and more.
  • Lamar Valley - Lamar Valley, often called the Serengeti of North America, is the best place to see wildlife in Yellowstone. The valley is famous for its wolves, bison, elk, moose, and more.
What's Included
  • Guided Yellowstone Wildlife Tour
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
What's Not Included
  • Admission fees
  • Gratuities
  • Admission fees
Additional Information

This tour highlights the renowned wildlife of Yellowstone, offering excellent opportunities for sightseeing and photography.
Observing wildlife in Yellowstone is an ever-changing adventure. The guides will take participants to areas with the most active wildlife, which could be Lamar Valley, Hayden Valley, or both. It is important to note that the tour…

Location
216 W Park St
West Park Street
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(113 Ratings)
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Wanderer54321555
Jun 18, 2026
Exceptional wildlife viewing & education; super with kids - Yellowstone Recreation Company’s Elijah was absolutely terrific: a highly engaging, educational and fun tour. We saw male & female big horned sheep, mountain goats, bison, elk, a coyote, multiple black bears, a grizzly and both a peregrine falcon nest with chicks & parents plus a mama osprey feeding her newborn chick. Elijah had quality scopes and binoculars for all and was full of really interesting information about Yellowstone, each animal and the geology of the region. He did a terrific job of appealing to elementary-age kids as well as seasoned wildlife-viewing adults. Delicious lunch too. Perfect. Best tour we have been on.
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Linda_t
Jun 13, 2026
Elijah was a wonderful... - Elijah was a wonderful guide - very knowledgeable and patient. He even went back to find my lost hat that I left on his van.
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Larry_c
Jun 12, 2026
Wildlife Safari. - So much fun! We saw many animals. The guide Elijah from American Recreation Company was great! Even sent us pictures he had taken that day!
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Susan_m
Jun 9, 2026
Awesome experience - Elijah, our guide, was very friendly and knowledgeable. His knowledge of Yellowstone allowed him to take to areas of the park where we able to see black bears, grizzly bears, wolves, foxes, bison, pronghorns, osprey and elk. The provided binoculars and scopes greatly enhanced our experience. The provided lunch, snacks and drinks were tasty. I would not hesitate to book another tour with them.
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Anonymous
Jun 8, 2026
Outstanding Wildlife Tour with Elijah! - Our wildlife tour with Elijah exceeded every expectation and was easily one of the best experiences of our Yellowstone vacation. Elijah was incredibly knowledgeable about the park, its wildlife, history, and ecosystem. His passion for Yellowstone was obvious, and he was wonderful at spotting animals that we never would have found on our own. During our tour, we were fortunate enough to see an amazing variety of wildlife, including fox kits, a black yearling wolf, bears, bison, a moose, and many other animals. The fox kits were especially unforgettable and something we’ll be talking about for years to come. Elijah was patient, informative, and always willing to answer questions. He made sure everyone had opportunities to view and photograph the animals while also respecting wildlife and park regulations. If you’re visiting Yellowstone and want the best chance to see wildlife while learning from an expert, book a tour with Elijah. It was worth every penny and was truly one of the most memorable experiences we’ve ever had. 🦊🐺🐻🫎🦬❤️🏔️
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Passenger28558758895
Jun 8, 2026
Outstanding Wildlife Tour with Elijah! - Our wildlife tour with Elijah exceeded every expectation and was easily one of the best experiences of our Yellowstone vacation. Elijah was incredibly knowledgeable about the park, its wildlife, history, and ecosystem. His passion for Yellowstone was obvious, and he was wonderful at spotting animals that we never would have found on our own. During our tour, we were fortunate enough to see an amazing variety of wildlife, including fox kits, a black yearling wolf, bears, bison, a moose, and many other animals. The fox kits were especially unforgettable and something we’ll be talking about for years to come. Elijah was patient, informative, and always willing to answer questions. He made sure everyone had opportunities to view and photograph the animals while also respecting wildlife and park regulations. If you’re visiting Yellowstone and want the best chance to see wildlife while learning from an expert, book a tour with Elijah. It was worth every penny and was truly one of the most memorable experiences we’ve ever had. 🦊🐺🐻🫎🦬❤️🏔️
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Patrick_d
Jun 7, 2026
Yellowstone wildlife galore! - Elijah was a very knowledgeable guide and we were able to see a grizzly bear, wolf, black bears, elk, coyotes, an osprey, a peregrine falcon on its nest, a marmot and tons of buffalo! Elijah talked about the animals, the park and the history of Yellowstone. An outstanding experience!
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Hpatrickdee
Jun 6, 2026
Wildlife galore in Yellowstone National Park - Had a fantastic time with an excellent guide, Elijah! We got to see a wolf, a grizzly bear, black bears, elk, Dahl sheep, a marmot and coyotes. And probably a thousand or more bison! Also observed an osprey on its nest and in flight, as well as a peregrine falcon nest. Elijah gave us great commentary about the park and the wildlife. Thoroughly enjoyed this wonderful experience!
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George_g
Jun 4, 2026
Excellent experience - Elijah, our guide, was excellent. He has an uncanny ability to spot animals as far as two miles away. He has super stron scopes that allows all participants to see the animals at great distance. He is very knowledgeable about the park and the animals.
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Patricia_q
Jun 3, 2026
Wonderful tour - Elijah has a depth of knowledge and enthusiasm for the natural history of Yellowstone. We learned so much about the diverse array of animals, their place in the ecosystem and where it is best to observe them. He gave us insight into the landscape and volcanic geology that generates the dramatic geysers, pools and mountains.. Elijah thanks for a memorable visit.
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From $250
up to 14 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).