Top Bozeman Outdoor Activities

Discover the beauty of Paradise Valley in Montana during this guided horseback trek through the Blue Flower Trail. Meet your guide for a scenic ride with views of the Absaroka Mountains. Watch for local wildlife including elk and golden eagles. Learn about the area’s history, wildlife, and ecosystem during this guided tour. The itinerary includes several stops for photographs.

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 at Yellowstone Safari Co. 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 National Park is filled with beautiful scenery and incredible wildlife, but if you drive yourself, you end up focused on the road. This tour showcases the highlights of this incredible park with a driver to lead the way so that you can focus purely on taking in the natural beauty around you. Highlights depend on the season, but typically include Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, and more.

Bozeman Bike Tours is a fun, easy-going guided bike ride through Bozeman, helping you get oriented quickly while seeing twice as much in half the time. Ride with a local guide who shows you how the town fits together through its neighborhoods, local stories, and everyday places. Riding in a small group on mostly quiet streets, with frequent stops and a relaxed pace, you'll have time to ask questions and leave with a clear sense of where to go and what to do next. Many guests choose this tour early in their visit because it's a great way to start their time in Bozeman. All the information is at the Bozeman Bike Tours website. Why travelers love this tour: * Relaxed, 2.5-hour, in-town ride (not a fitness tour) * Small groups led by a local guide * Frequent stops to explore neighborhoods and hear stories * A great first-day activity to get oriented * Private tours available for families and groups at our website

Spend half a day kayaking down the Madison River during this guided excursion, ideal for participants of all skill levels looking for an alternative to the standard walking tours. Alongside a small group capped at ten, listen as your guide tells you about the local scenery, wildlife, and history, information you wouldn’t get if kayaking independently.

See a different side of Yellowstone National Park's flora and fauna on a winter wildlife safari. Your transportation between Bozeman and the park is taken care of, so you won't have to worry about renting a car or getting a taxi. The small group size ensures more face-time with your naturalist guide, who will provide insights on the local ecosystem and the hundreds of species that live in the area.

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.

Fly fishing in the pristine waters of southwest Montana offers an unmatched adventure for anglers of all skill levels. Guided by Luke Montgomery, an experienced outfitter with a decade of expertise, you'll navigate the legendary rivers and streams known for their abundant trout and breathtaking scenery. Whether you're casting your line for the first time or honing your skills, Luke and his team of passionate guides ensure a memorable experience in the heart of nature. Prepare to connect with the magic of Montana as you reel in your next big catch.

See one of the United States’ most impressive national parks in winter—when there are few people and lots of wildlife. Embark on a private tour of Yellowstone following hotel pickup from Bozeman. From the comfort of a warm, private vehicle you’ll be driven to Lamar Valley, Mammoth Hot Springs, Slough Creek, Albright Visitors Center, and more to look for wildlife, snowshoe (optional), and see the hushed landscape.

We pride ourselves on educating our groups while giving them an experience that they will remember for the rest of their lives. Our guides are trained and skilled but also bring loads of energy to make every experience one that will stick for life.

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.

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.

Yellowstone is an expansive ecosystem with something to offer for everyone. Private tours are fully customizable based on group preferences. For Spring, Summer and Fall Tours (April 18-Oct 31): We focus on the unique geothermal features including geysers, hot springs, and waterfalls found in Yellowstone's interior. Wildlife-focused tours, Hiking tours, and trips into Beartooth HIghway or Grand Teton can be arranged based on group preferences and season. For Winter Tours (Nov 1 - April 17): We will focus on wildlife viewing in the only open part of Yellowstone in the Northern Range, with stops at natural features such as Mammoth Hot Springs. We will proceed from Paradise Valley into Lamar Valley for watching large animal herds.

Step into the heart of Montana ranch country and enjoy a one-of-a-kind, hands-on experience with our friendly, hardworking pack llamas. The Montana Llama Guides Llama Farm Tour is a relaxed, family-friendly outing that blends education, interaction, and unforgettable photo opportunities—all set against stunning mountain scenery. During your visit, you’ll meet our well-trained pack llamas, learn how they’re raised, trained, and cared for, and discover why they’re such exceptional backcountry companions. Guests are encouraged to ask questions, take photos, and spend time up close with the llamas—each with their own personality and story. Your guide will share insights into llama packing, ranch life in Montana, and how these animals are used for wilderness travel, conservation-minded recreation, and outfitting. Depending on the tour, you may even have the chance to walk a llama, see packing equipment, or watch a brief demonstration.

Every tour is completely private and tailored to your group, allowing us to move at your pace and focus on what interests you most, whether that’s wildlife, photography, or exploring Yellowstone’s landscapes. Our guides are in the park daily and have an exceptional track record for finding wildlife, including wolves, bears, and other elusive species. Using high-quality spotting scopes and binoculars, we bring you closer to the action while helping you understand animal behavior, habitat, and the ecosystem. We go beyond just checking off stops. We create a thoughtful, well-paced experience that maximizes your time, avoids crowds when possible, and adapts throughout the day based on wildlife activity and conditions. From seamless communication and convenient pickup to included meals, snacks, and expert guidance, every detail is designed to provide a comfortable, elevated, and unforgettable Yellowstone experience.

At Obsidian Expeditions, our mission is to create lifelong memories in our national parks. Your private tour includes an exclusive guide and vehicle reserved just for your group, allowing us to customize every experience to your interests, pace, and travel style. This tour explores Yellowstone's Lower Loop. To experience the park's incredible wildlife, Lamar Valley, Mammoth Hot Springs, Tower Falls, and the Northern Range, we recommend booking our Upper Loop Tour on a second day. We offer hotel and airport pickup in Bozeman, Big Sky, West Yellowstone, and Gardiner, MT. Multi-generational families are welcome, with child safety seats, mobility accommodations whenever possible, and special dietary options available with advance notice. Traveling with more than 14 guests? We can accommodate larger groups with additional guides and vehicles. Contact us to customize your Yellowstone adventure.

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.

Experience a magical winter journey through Yellowstone National Park and the famed Lamar Valley, known as the American Serengeti. Led by guides with decades of expertise in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, you’ll encounter wintering herds of elk, bison, and bighorn sheep amid steaming hot springs and snow-covered peaks. The Lamar Valley is a prime location to spot large packs of gray wolves, along with coyotes, bald eagles, and Trumpeter Swans. Your guide will share insights into the park’s unique ecosystem, which was shaped by ancient oceans, super volcanoes, and glaciers, as well as the influences of Native American tribes and historical figures. As a highlight, enjoy a 1.5-mile (2.4-km) snowshoe or hike along the Upper Mammoth Hot Springs Terrace, exploring the stunning beauty of Canary Springs, Cupid Springs, and Orange Mound Springs. To top off your experience, you will also have the opportunity to enjoy a relaxing mineral soak at Chico Hot Springs.

While winter may bring cold temperatures, snowy days and a resounding stillness to the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, it is also undoubtedly one of the most exciting seasons to go on a wildlife safari. Yellowstone in winter is an extreme, exclusive place. Of the 300 miles of road in the Park, only 50 miles are open to regular vehicles between the months of November to April. A private, full-day winter tour with Yellowstone Safari Co. focuses on this region, the spectacular Northern Range between Mammoth Hot Springs and Cooke City, Montana, where some of the best wildlife viewing in North American can be found. The Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem is a region steeped in history and wildness, where nature thrives as it did prior to human settlement. On your safari you will have an opportunity to view hundreds, if not thousands, of large mammals and other wildlife, including herds of bison and elk, gray wolves, mule deer, moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goats and more.

The combination of world-renowned wild trout rivers and our 25+ years of experience outfitting Bozeman fly fishing trips is a recipe for angling success. Established in 2000, Fins and Feathers Guide Service is among the longest tenured, active Montana fly fishing outfitters. Every day is unique as we custom-tailor each trip to your skills and interests around an endless choice of fisheries within a short drive of Bozeman. These full-day trips are the best way to experience Montana fly fishing in the Bozeman area for expert and beginner anglers alike.

Explore Montana’s Yellowstone National Park in the wintertime alongside a naturalist guide, with an optional hike or snowshoe trek. Avoid the stress of navigating snowy roads with all logistics taken care of, and visit three areas of the park: Mammoth Hot Springs, Lamar Valley, and Calcite Springs overlook. Hear about indigenous culture, the flora and fauna, and more, and enjoy the option to hike to the overlook and check out the hot springs.

Please note: Our weight limit is 220lbs. *Prior riding experience is strongly recommended. Hop into the saddle, take the reins, and traverse the trails of Paradise Valley in true Western fashion atop one of our gentle horses. Follow the lead of our equestrian adventure as we take you to a true hidden gem – Chimney Rock – and enjoy a plethora of beautiful mountain views. Once you arrive, take a break and behold this giant piece of rock that rests at an elevation of 7,650 feet and overlooks three different mountain ranges: the Absaroka, the Bridger and the Gallatin ranges. As we set out for our return, prepare yourself (and your camera) for another opportunity to soak in the stunning scenery that makes our ranch so special. *After meeting staff at Erik’s Ranch, you’ll follow them in your vehicle to the trailhead. The trail itself winds through private land and remote trails rarely seen by the public. A high-clearance, AWD or 4WD vehicle is recommended to access the trailhead.

Explore the wonders of Yellowstone on a fully private (your group only) two-day tour from Bozeman. Witness the power of Old Faithful, the vibrant colors of Grand Prismatic Spring, and the breathtaking Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. On the second day, venture into the Upper Loop with an expert guide, perfect for spotting wildlife in the Lamar Valley, including wolves and bison. Experience the park's stunning landscapes, all while we handle the logistics for a hassle-free adventure. - Private group pick-up from your accommodation in Bozeman - Two full days exploring Yellowstone’s iconic sites and wildlife - Expert guide leads you to the best wildlife viewing locations - Each tour day lasts approximately 8 hours, covering scenic park roads