Top Big Sky Tours by Duration

See the highlights of Yellowstone without having to drive with this small-group tour. Your guide picks you up in Cody or West Yellowstone and takes you out on a day of adventure, with a stop along the way for an included sandwich lunch. Stops include the Hayden Valley, Grand Prismatic Spring, Old Faithful, and Gibbon Falls.

Explore Yellowstone National Park's Lower Loop on this small-group tour without worrying about navigation. Visit highlights like Dragon’s Mouth Springs, Hayden Valley, and Norris Geyser Basin, and observe wildlife using provided binoculars and spotting scopes. Pickups are included from all hotels in West Yellowstone or a central meeting point in Big Sky for convenience. The tour lasts 8 to 10 hours, covering key sights efficiently.

Your guide is a professional photographer, with Wilderness First Aid and Master Naturalist certifications. In addition to providing any assistance you need with photographing all that you will see, your guide can also tell you about the history, geology, and ecology of the area. Tours are entirely customizable to your interests. All tours are private tours, for your group only, and can include as much or as little hiking as you'd like. All transportation, lunches, and use of a limited supply of equipment (binoculars, tripods, etc) is included. Tours are limited to Yellowstone's normal operating season, from April 17 through October 31. Winter tours are not available.

Direct from Bozeman — Save nearly 10 hours of driving vs. Salt Lake City. Discover Yellowstone (lower loop) on a small group day trip. Explore Fountain Paint Pot, Grand Prismatic Spring, Old Faithful, and Yellowstone Lake with the scenic cruise. ********************************************************************** Seasonal Notice: Yellowstone is best visited June–September. In May and after October, some areas may close due to snow, weather, wildlife activity, or park regulations (including but not limited to Yellowstone Lake, Artist Point, Midway Geyser Basin, Lamar Valley, Mammoth Hot Springs, Jackson Lake, and Oxbow Bend). Closures, park capacity limits, or road restrictions beyond our control may require itinerary adjustments. Alternative stops will be arranged when possible; however, seasonal or regulatory changes do not qualify for refunds. Please select travel dates carefully. *********************************************************************

Ideal for travelers with limited time in the region, this private, full-day excursion lets you skip the time-consuming group tours and see more of Yellowstone than you could alone—and not have to worry about traffic and parking. Choose between areas of the park, visiting geysers, canyons, and taking short hikes at your own pace (all with your own guide). Explore the famous landmarks or skip them entirely, as the day is up to you.

Avoid crowds and maximize your wildlife-viewing experience on this private Yellowstone tour led by a naturalist guide. Journey through Yellowstone National Park with hotel pickup while making frequent stops for wildlife encounters as well as scenic and secluded hikes to some of Yellowstone's best destinations and lesser-known geysers and hot springs off the beaten path.

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour bundle for the US Rockies & Plains, featuring 15 tours including Yellowstone & Grand Teton, Glacier, Rocky Mountain, Mesa Verde, Theodore Roosevelt, Black Hills, scenic drives, and Yellowstone walks at Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic, and West Thumb. Discover geysers, peaks, wildlife, history, and wide-open landscapes with GPS-triggered stories that play automatically offline, making it easy to explore by car and on foot. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you and bypassing any that don’t. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry, and free updates Like having a tour guide along for the drive Purchase one tour per vehicle.

Cover the main sights of Yellowstone National Park, without the hassle of having to plan a jam-packed itinerary, when you book this full-day excursion. Alongside a private guide, see the park’s top attractions including Old Faithful, Hayden Valley, Fishing Bridge, and Norris Geyser Basin. Your guide also provides context on the geology, wildlife, and history of America’s oldest national park.

Explore Yellowstone's northern range and Upper Loop on this full-day nature and wildlife tour. Enjoy abundant wildlife sightings, aided by provided scopes and binoculars, and breathtaking landscapes throughout the tour. See Chief Joseph Scenic Byway's beauty, wildlife-rich Lamar Valley, the stunning Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, and much more. Your tour includes lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off in Cody for added convenience.

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour bundle to make the most of your road trips to the best Northern US national parks and scenic drives. This collection of iconic destinations includes Beartooth Highway, Big Sky Drive, the Black Hills, Mount Rushmore, Badlands, Glacier, Grand Teton, Olympic, Rocky Mountain, Theodore Roosevelt, and Yellowstone National Parks. Along the drive, hear stories play automatically as you explore geysers, mountains, and wildlife, ensuring a memorable adventure to these incredible locations. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you and bypassing any that don’t. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry, and free updates Like having a tour guide along for the drive Purchase one bundle per vehicle.

Go beyond the crowds and follow a wildlife biologist/ecologist into the true wilds of Yellowstone. Visiting the Lamar Valley—the “Serengeti of Yellowstone”—and beyond, you’ll spy on bison, wolves, bears, coyotes, and more, all between witnessing geysers erupt and waterfalls cascade. Stop for a picnic lunch and take an easy hike or two for a bit more scenic exploration before ending your private, documentary-worthy adventure.

Yellowstone National Park is one of America’s great treasures. This full day safari will show off the highlights of this incredible place; volcanic thermal features, giant waterfalls, diverse wildlife, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, and Yellowstone Lake. Throughout the day we will drive scenic roads, walk historic boardwalks, enjoy the peace of natural landscapes and use our optics to view wildlife. Your guide is your driver, and their goal is to cover as many of Yellowstone’s famous features as they can in a day. The guides will make every effort to showcase as many highlights as possible, and will structure the day around making your experience a memorable one. They will take current road conditions, weather, seasonality, and your personal interests into consideration as they move through the park. Highlights Old Faithful & Grand Prismatic Spring Lower and Upper Falls, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone Geysers, Hot Springs, Mudpots & Fumaroles

Yellowstone Hiking Guides is a long-time, local tour operator that offers top-rated experiences in Yellowstone National Park. Our Winter Wildlife Tours start run from February to April. Winter in Yellowstone is a magical time. Be sure to bundle up in layers as we put wolves and other rare animals in the spotting scope. Use our binoculars to see foxes hunting in the snow and bison weathering the winter conditions. We pack the lunch, snacks, and the hot and cold beverages. Please allow us to host you at the highest level on one of our group tours. We pick up guests in West Yellowstone (6AM), Big Sky (7AM), and Bozeman (8AM). Top destinations in the Park include the Roosevelt Arch, the Lamar Valley, Mammoth Hot Springs terraces, and the Old Gardiner Road. We also drive through the scenic Paradise Valley, home to winter wildlife outside of Yellowstone National Park. We look forward to hosting you and your group to show you Yellowstone's winter wildlife and stunning scenic beauty.

Direct from Bozeman — Save nearly 10 hours of driving vs. Salt Lake City. Explore Yellowstone and Teton National Parks on a 2-day adventure. Immerse yourself in the landscape and wildlife at iconic stops. Abundant historical and cultural heritage sites await your discovery. ********************************************************************** Seasonal Notice: Yellowstone is best visited June–September. In May and after October, some areas may close due to snow, weather, wildlife activity, or park regulations (including but not limited to Yellowstone Lake, Artist Point, Midway Geyser Basin, Lamar Valley, Mammoth Hot Springs, Jackson Lake, and Oxbow Bend). Closures, park capacity limits, or road restrictions beyond our control may require itinerary adjustments. Alternative stops will be arranged when possible; however, seasonal or regulatory changes do not qualify for refunds. Please select travel dates carefully. *********************************************************************

Direct from Bozeman — Save nearly 10 hours of driving vs. Salt Lake City. Explore Yellowstone and Teton National Parks on a 3-day adventure. Immerse yourself in the landscape and wildlife at iconic stops. Abundant historical and cultural heritage sites await your discovery. ********************************************************************** Seasonal Notice: Yellowstone is best visited June–September. In May and after October, some areas may close due to snow, weather, wildlife activity, or park regulations (including but not limited to Yellowstone Lake, Artist Point, Midway Geyser Basin, Lamar Valley, Mammoth Hot Springs, Jackson Lake, and Oxbow Bend). Closures, park capacity limits, or road restrictions beyond our control may require itinerary adjustments. Alternative stops will be arranged when possible; however, seasonal or regulatory changes do not qualify for refunds. Please select travel dates carefully. *********************************************************************

Your guide is a professional photographer, with Wilderness First Aid and Master Naturalist certifications. In addition to providing any assistance you need with photographing all that you will see, your guide can also tell you about the history, geology, and ecology of the area. Tours are entirely customizable to your interests. The listed itinerary is only a suggestion. All tours are private tours, for your group only, and can include as much or as little hiking as you'd like. All transportation, lunches, and use of optical equipment (binoculars and spotting scope) is included. Tours are limited to Yellowstone's normal operating season, from April 17 through October 31. Winter tours are not available.

Witness the spectacular eruption of Old Faithful and the vibrant colors of Grand Prismatic Spring on this fully private guided tour through Yellowstone National Park. With an expert naturalist as your guide, explore bubbling mud pots, majestic waterfalls, and encounter wildlife like bison and wolves in America’s first national park. Enjoy a comfortable ride in a private vehicle while uncovering the park's hidden treasures and intriguing stories. Your adventure is documented with photos, shared with you afterward at no extra cost, making it a perfect choice for both first-time visitors and seasoned explorers.

Woman-owned and local, we customize winter tours to meet your needs. We cater to guests from babies to 90 year olds. The tours are designed to build your confidence and competence in nature. We educate through stories, direct experiences, and wildlife observations.

Escape the crowds of the world’s first national park with this “hidden Yellowstone” tour. Following your guide, you and your crew—and no one else—will go beyond the park’s main loops, scouting out lesser-trodden geysers, quiet wildlife hangouts, uncrowded waterfalls, and more. Exploring beyond the beaten path, you’ll get the Yellowstone experience most travelers can only dream of.