Great Salt Lake Wildlife and History Tour

Explore Antelope Island’s wildlife, history, and stunning sunsets. Discover bison, pronghorns, and stargazing on a guided small-group tour.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Salt Lake City - The tour kicks off with a brief introduction to Utah’s history and its distinctive natural surroundings. Along the journey, travelers will witness a dynamic landscape featuring mountains on the horizon, expansive valleys, and the glistening surface of the Great Salt Lake. As the sun sets and the colors warm, the drive itself…
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • Comfortable transportation from/to a hotel/location
  • Insurance coverage
  • Bottled water
  • Binoculars for convenient wildlife viewing
  • Trekking poles
  • Applicable Taxes and Fees
What's Not Included
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Gratuities for guide (optional)
Additional Information

This tour offers a unique blend of wildlife, history, and breathtaking landscapes. Encounter free-roaming bison, pronghorn antelope, deer, and over 250 bird species in their natural environment.
Explore Fielding Garr Ranch, Utah’s oldest preserved building, where pioneer tales come alive.
For those who enjoy being active, a gentle hike to Buffalo Point…

Location
35 N W Temple St
North West Temple Street
Your guide will be waiting for you at the main entrance of the FamilySearch Center, next to a Mercedes Sprinter. Please arrive 5 minutes early. After booking, we’ll contact you to confirm your exact pickup time. • Parking is available at the Conference Center, City Creek, and Park Place garages.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Tempestt_t
Apr 13, 2026
The tour was wonderful.... - The tour was wonderful. Our guide was very knowledgeable, well prepared with plenty of water and even had snacks on hand. We saw various wildlife and he was very enthusiastic.
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Michael_z
Apr 11, 2026
Nice tour. Knowledgeable guide. - 5 to 6 hours. Saw many different wildlife. Historical island in great salt lake north of salt lake city.
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Sonal_p
Mar 30, 2026
Nature at its best - Antelope Island tour with Dma was wonderful & adventurous. He is very well versed and has immense knowledge / passion of educating others. The nature is a marvel.
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Lisa_f
Mar 28, 2026
Fun in the wild - Excellent trip. Got to see bison, horned owl, porcupine, and lots of birds. Guide was knowledgeable and fun to go around with. He brought snacks and water but I would recommended you bring additional if you want more of a dinner. Only negative was another person on the tour who was a jerk. She got on the bus complaining and trying to pick a fight with the guide. She then complained about the a/c so it got turned off and we were all hot. She was upset because of the bugs and said the guide should have told her there were bugs on an outdoor tour of animals on an island surrounded by water. Other guests were telling her to be quiet. She also walked right out close to the bison after being told the safety expectations of staying back. She then mocked the driver when he said he was responsible for our safety. Everyone except her enjoyed the tour.
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Staceypell
Mar 27, 2026
A must see! - I'm definitely not a nature girl, but all of the views were breathtaking! Dima was so knowledgeable about the history in Utah- he does his best to ensure satisfaction...even when there is a difficult customer!
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Pierre_m
Mar 23, 2026
Really good guide! Very... - Really good guide! Very knowledgeable. Bring a snack or portable dinner since the tour end roughly around 9pm
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Megan_b
Mar 22, 2026
Guide is thorough and... - Guide is thorough and respectful of the group’s preferences and the park and ecosystem Would do it again!
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Andrea
Mar 18, 2026
Best Guided Tour I’ve ever been on! - Where do I begin? Dymtro literally thought of everything to make our trip to Antelope Island a success. 1) The vehicle was very clean and well stocked with snacks, water, phone chargers, tea, coffee- everything. From start to finish he ensured every guest was comfortable. 2) His knowledge of SLC, the LDS community, and the island was incredibly impressive. It was clear his mission was to provide a solid, accurate and very thorough history for guests. He even had an iPad with old photos of areas, important historical figures, and landscapes. 3) Dymtro’s passion for making this a memorable experience came through his smile, his storytelling, and his excitement! I’ve never met a guide who was so well studied, but also so enthusiastic and engaged with his patrons. He offered to take photos too- and he’s a great photographer!!! 4) The value for the money here was incredible. Our tour was over seven hours long and we saw just about every corner of the island. There’s so much history to learn and landscapes to see. And each stop looked and felt different from the others. The itinerary was well thought out! 5
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Callender66
Mar 13, 2026
Fun filled excursion!! Loved it!! - If you have time to take the trip it was worth it! Dima was very friendly and went above and beyond to make it a memorable experience. He knew where to look for the bison and he spotted the pronghorn way off in the distance and got us up close to see them. Fantastic viewpoints along the way for pictures and knowledgeable about the area! A short hike and you will see a spectacular sunset, however it is quite steep. Really enjoyed my trip!
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U1756pxveronicab
Mar 9, 2026
A personal touch with so much care! - What an awesome tour!!! Dima is an excellent guide and made the day so memorable. The moment he picked you up with a huge smile on his face, you instantly felt welcomed. The van was clean, in good condition and water was at each seat upon arrival. Snacks were available throughout the entire day, and we even had the opportunity for a complimentary hot beverage in the cooler parts of the day. He was very knowledgeable of the area and ensured everyone was comfortable and felt welcomed. I would recommend him to anyone wanting to visit, because he made the experience great! The price of the tour was perfect, no additional fees were added on, and the size of the group was just right.
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From $119
up to 13 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).