• Mammoth Hot Springs - Located at the northern entrance of Yellowstone National Park near Gardiner, Montana, Mammoth Hot Springs is a fascinating collection of natural wonders. Renowned for its impressive travertine terraces, these formations result from the gradual buildup of mineral deposits. The warm waters of Mammoth Hot Springs host various thermophilic bacteria, which lend a unique brownish and reddish tint to the area.
• Lamar Valley - Often referred to as “America’s Serengeti,” Lamar Valley is Yellowstone’s top spot for wildlife observation. This expansive grassland, shaped by ancient glaciers and the winding Lamar River, serves as a crucial habitat for the park’s iconic wildlife. Visitors can witness large herds of bison, wolf packs, grizzly bears, elk, pronghorn, and numerous birds from their vehicles or roadside pullouts. The valley is particularly vibrant with animal activity at dawn and dusk.
• Bunsen Peak - Ascend 1,300 feet through forest and meadow to reach the summit of Bunsen Peak, named after German chemist Robert Bunsen, known for his work on geysers and the invention of the Bunsen Burner. The summit provides sweeping views of the Blacktail Deer Plateau, Swan Lake Flat, Gallatin Mountain Range, and the Yellowstone River Valley. Descend via the same path.
• Norris Geyser Basin - As the hottest, oldest, and most active thermal area in Yellowstone, Norris Geyser Basin has been home to thermal features for at least 115,000 years. The basin’s features change daily due to seismic activity and water level variations. Most waters here are acidic, including rare acid geysers. Steamboat Geyser, the tallest in the world at 300–400 feet (91–122 m), and Echinus Geyser (with a pH of about 3.5) are the main attractions.

The basin is divided into two sections: Porcelain Basin and Back Basin. Porcelain Basin, devoid of trees, offers a sensory experience of sound, color, and smell, accessible via a 3/4-mile (1.2-km) trail of bare ground and boardwalk. Back Basin is more forested, with features scattered throughout, and is encircled by a 1.5-mile (2.4-km) trail of boardwalks and bare ground.

• Mount Washburn - Beginning at the Chittenden Road Trailhead, this path offers the shortest ascent to Mount Washburn. The road provides a wide trail with a gentle, steady incline. Keep an eye out for bighorn sheep and wildflowers. Stay on the trail to protect the delicate alpine vegetation. Bicyclists or service vehicles may be encountered along this route. At the summit, enjoy the view and interpretive exhibits inside the shelter at the base of the fire lookout.

• Snacks and bottled water
• GF friendly catered brown bag lunch
• Transport vehicle (AWD minivan)
• Hotel pickup & drop-off in West Yellowstone, MT
• Naturalist Guide certified in CPR + Wilderness 1st Aid

• Admission into Yellowstone (America the Beautiful Pass Ok)
• Gratuity (10-20% of the total cost of the tour)
• Pick-up & drop-off more than 5 miles from West Yellowstone, MT

Whether you’re new to hiking or have advanced skills, there’s a personalized hiking day waiting for you! Enjoy top-notch wildlife viewing with unique chances to see wolves, grizzly bears, bison herds, and other incredible animals in their natural surroundings.

The guides are trained in CPR and Wilderness First Aid. These expert guides know the prime spots and times for wildlife viewing, offering high-powered spotting scopes and imparting their extensive knowledge of the park’s fauna and ecosystems.

Travel comfortably in a private vehicle as the guide assists in safely spotting and photographing wildlife. Wildlife encounters will be documented with photos and videos throughout the day, which will be shared with you afterward at no extra cost.

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