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Yellowstone National Park Winter Wildlife Safari

TourTruth score 7.1 out of 10

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  • Bozeman
  • Updated October 31, 2026

Explore snowy Yellowstone and Lamar Valley with a guide, searching for wolves and other wildlife before a scenic hot springs terrace hike.

About this tour

Discover Yellowstone in its quietest, snow-covered season on a winter wildlife safari through the park and the famed Lamar Valley, often called the American Serengeti. With an experienced guide, scan the landscape for wintering elk, bison, and bighorn sheep, as well as gray wolves, coyotes, bald eagles, and trumpeter swans. Professional-grade Vortex spotting scopes and binoculars help bring distant wildlife into view.

Along the way, your guide shares stories of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, from ancient oceans, volcanic forces, and glaciers to Native American tribes and historical figures. The outing also includes a 1.5-mile snowshoe or hike across the Upper Mammoth Hot Springs Terrace, where Canary, Cupid, and Orange Mound Springs add color to the winter scenery. A mineral soak at Chico Hot Springs is another opportunity mentioned for the experience.

Transportation, snacks, light breakfast snacks, bottled water, and your choice of a salad, sandwich, or wrap are provided. National Park entry fees and guide gratuity are not included. Set out with a guide and discover the wild winter landscapes that make Yellowstone National Park a remarkable place to explore.

Highlights

  • Search Lamar Valley for wolves, elk, bison, and bighorn sheep
  • Admire snow-covered peaks, steaming hot springs, and winter wildlife
  • Explore Upper Mammoth Hot Springs Terrace on a 1.5-mile snowshoe or hike
  • Learn about Yellowstone’s geology, wildlife, and human history
  • Enjoy the opportunity for a mineral soak at Chico Hot Springs

What's included

Included

  • Bottled water
  • Professional guide with current avalanche safety, CPR, and Wilderness First Aid certifications
  • Use of professional-grade Vortex spotting scopes and binoculars
  • Snacks and light breakfast snacks
  • Transportation in a 4WD Chevy Suburban or Ford Transit van
  • Choice of a salad, sandwich, or wrap

Not included

  • National Park entry fees; passes can be purchased before your visit or upon entry
  • Guide gratuity; 15% suggested

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Important information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.1.

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