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West Yellowstone Small Group Tour and Hike
TourTruth score 6.7 out of 10
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20 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- West Yellowstone
- Updated November 2, 2026
Explore Yellowstone’s geysers, waterfalls, and wildlife on a guided small-group hike with round-trip transport from West Yellowstone.
About this tour
Discover Yellowstone’s geyser basins, cascading waterfalls, and sweeping canyons on a small-group adventure from West Yellowstone. With a naturalist guide leading the way, you can focus on the scenery and wildlife instead of navigating the park’s roads.
Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with round-trip transportation from West Yellowstone, then explore on foot at a comfortable pace. Your guide shares stories of Yellowstone’s human and geological history and points out details about its plants and wildlife. Keep an eye out for bison, elk, grizzly bears, and wolves along the way. Groups are capped at eight hikers, creating a more personal day in the park. Park entry fees, snacks, and a selection of beverages are provided; bring your own lunch for a scenic picnic stop.
The walk can last up to five hours and cover as much as six miles, so come ready for a moderate hike over generally easy trails with some uneven ground and minor elevation changes. Meet at West Yellowstone Town Park, where parking is available. Book your West Yellowstone small group tour and hike for a guided day among Yellowstone’s remarkable landscapes.
Highlights
- Explore geyser basins, waterfalls, and dramatic canyons
- Watch for bison, elk, grizzly bears, and wolves
- Hear stories of Yellowstone’s human and geological history
- Hike scenic trails with a naturalist guide
What's included
Included
- Park entry fees
- Round-trip transportation from West Yellowstone
- Medically trained naturalist guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Snacks and a selection of beverages
Not included
- Guide gratuity; a 10–20% tip is appreciated
- Lunch; bring your own picnic
- Additional National Park entrance fee for non-U.S. residents
Ratings on each provider
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4.65 / 5 · 20 reviews
Important information
- Meet at West Yellowstone Town Park; parking is available on the south side
- Your guide will message you 1–2 days before the tour to confirm details
- Be prepared for a moderate walk of up to 5 hours and 6 miles on generally easy trails, with uneven surfaces and minor elevation changes
- Service animals are allowed
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If the minimum number of spots is not booked, you may choose a private tour for an additional charge or cancel for a full refund
- An additional National Park fee may apply to international visitors and is collected in destination
Frequently asked questions
How much walking is involved?
Expect a moderate walk of up to 5 hours and 6 miles, mostly on easy trails with some uneven surfaces and minor elevation changes.
What should I bring?
Bring a lunch for a scenic picnic. Snacks and a selection of beverages are available, and you may bring personal favorites.
Where is the meeting point?
Meet your guide at West Yellowstone Town Park. Parking is available on the south side of the park.
Is there an extra Park fee for international visitors?
An additional National Park entrance fee may apply to non-U.S. residents and is collected in destination.
What happens if the tour does not meet its minimum?
You may be offered a private tour for an additional charge or the option to cancel for a full refund.
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.65 from 20 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.
How the score works and rating distribution in West Yellowstone
- Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
- Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
- Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.7.
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