Top Gardiner Day Trips

Purchase one tour per car. Everyone can listen at the same time! Experience the raw power and beauty of nature at Yellowstone National Park. This enormous volcanic caldera has captured the American imagination for decades thanks to its explosive geysers, prismatic hot springs, and astonishing waterfalls. Home to some of the only wild bison and wolves on the continent, this park can’t be missed. The tour can begin at any of the park’s entrances. Due to poor signal in the park, download BEFORE arrival & use OFFLINE MODE. Note road closures on park website. After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, & enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

Maximize your trip to Yellowstone and explore plenty of national park highlights in just one day. Let your expert guide take care of all the logistics on this hassle-free small-group tour to one of America’s premier natural wonders. See several park attractions, including Mammoth Hot Springs, Norris Geyser Basin, and Lamar Valley, and look out for wildlife with high-tech binoculars and scopes.

Avoid the tour groups, rigid schedules, and those packed buses—instead, explore Yellowstone your way. This GPS-triggered audio guide lets you discover Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Spring, and the park’s wildlife hotspots, all at your own pace. It works offline without cell service, includes insider tips from locals, and costs less than one guided tour. Bonus: Stop longer at your favorites, skipping what doesn't interest you.

Discover the unparalleled beauty of Yellowstone National Park on a full-day tour of the upper loop. Alongside a private guide, discover several prominent locations including Mammoth Hot Springs, Roosevelt Arch, Norris Geyser Basin, and Dunraven Pass. While you're out exploring, keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife like bison, bighorn sheep, and bald eagles.

We will provide you with a history of the wild animals that are in Yellowstone. We strive to make each tour the best tour you will ever go on. We provide swag, snacks, drinks and lunch. You will be guided by a professional that has spent countless hours searching for animals to show you and make your trip a trip of a lifetime. Winter Tours - We only run our wildlife tour out of Gardiner, MT(north entrance). We begin our Lower Loop tours April 16th, 2022

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.

A great opportunity for those who don't wish to be tied down to a structured tour, this self-guided driving tour lets you explore Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Park at your own pace. Leisurely drive from place to place or see as much as you can in one day, from geysers and peaks to hot springs and glacial lakes.

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.

Explore the wonders of Yellowstone National Park on a self-guided audio tour that takes you along the scenic 140-mile Grand Loop. Experience the dramatic landscapes of erupting geysers, majestic waterfalls, and wildlife-rich meadows, all narrated by GPS technology. Discover fascinating stories about Old Faithful, the vibrant colors of Grand Prismatic Spring, and the transformative role of wolves in the ecosystem. Unearth hidden gems like Sylvan Lake and Dragon’s Mouth Spring while enjoying the freedom to travel at your own pace. This immersive journey connects you to the park's rich history and natural beauty, making every moment memorable. - Scenic 140-mile Grand Loop with GPS-triggered narration - Learn about iconic sites like Old Faithful and Grand Prismatic Spring - Discover lesser-known spots and unique natural features - Get insider tips on what you can safely skip and what not to miss - Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and families

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

Experience Yellowstone National Park by vehicle for an entire day of sightseeing with our private and personalized full day safari tour. Our guides, who are seasoned wildlife biologists and environmental educators, will help you experience the highlights of Yellowstone National Park in a dynamic and personal way. 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.

Explore the wild beauty of Yellowstone on a private safari through the renowned Lamar Valley, often called America’s Serengeti. This 6-hour adventure offers an excellent opportunity to spot wolves, grizzly bears, and bison in their natural environment, guided by an expert who knows the best viewing spots. Enjoy a catered lunch, including gluten-free options, and utilize professional binoculars and spotting scopes for optimal wildlife watching. Suitable for all ages, this fully private tour ensures a personalized experience while documenting your encounters with photos to cherish later. - Duration: 6 hours, starting at 7:30 AM from Gardiner, MT - Fully private tour - your group only! Great for families and wildlife enthusiasts - Expert guide with professional optics included - Lunch and snacks provided, with gluten-free options available

Yellowstone National Park forms the core of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, with one of the highest levels of wildlife diversity in North America. Our full-day private safari endeavors to highlight the hundreds of species of animals and plants that call this place home by utilizing the vast knowledge and experience of our naturalist guides. Our guides provide not only the understanding of wildlife habits, and the story of their importance on the landscape. Throughout the day as you ride in our comfortable vehicles, your guide will educate and converse with you about the incredible ecosystem. They will also be attuned to all our guests' needs and desires, and will plan accordingly for walking, viewing, picnicking and moments of wilderness solitude. The use of optics such as binoculars and spotting scopes makes for incredible and personal moments of connection with this wild place. Your guide is at your service to help you have the best experience from start to finish.

See the highlights of Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park without worrying about going with a tour group. This private self-guided audio driving tour lets you navigate the way to see what you’re interested in most, or you can use a planned-out itinerary. Plus, this audio tour works even if your smartphone doesn’t have service or Wi-Fi. Note that additional National Park entrance fees may apply for non-U.S. residents.

Explore the splendor of Yellowstone National Park—and go at your own pace with an audio tour for your car. Choose the route and guided tour you’re most interested in and drive through the park with GPS directions enabled as you listen to the storied history and culture of this awe-inducing park. See famous sights like Old Faithful, Lamar Valley, and Mammoth Hot Springs, enjoying the natural beauty and wildlife.

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.

This private tour takes you on an adventure in Yellowstone searching for wildlife in the Upper Loop. Use provided binoculars to search for eagles, black and grizzly bears, moose, and many more animals. Breakfast, lunch, and hot drinks are provided to keep your energy up as you and your guide explore Yellowstone.

Experience Yellowstone like never before on our Private Wildlife Tour, an intimate adventure into some of the park’s most iconic landscapes and animal habitats. With a knowledgeable naturalist guide and a tailored itinerary, you’ll explore wildlife-rich areas like the Lamar Valley, often called the Serengeti of North America, where we'll have the opportunity to spot wolves in the wild, grizzlies grazing, bison thundering across open plains, or elk bugling in the morning. Using high-powered scopes and local knowledge, your guide will bring the hidden world of Yellowstone’s wildlife to life, sharing fascinating stories about the park’s complex ecosystem and the creatures that call it home. Whether you’re a seasoned photographer, a nature lover, or simply curious, this tour offers a front-row seat to the wild with maximum flexibility, comfort, and personal attention.

Yellowstone National Park sits atop one of the largest active volcanic systems on the planet, where the ground itself seems alive—bubbling, steaming, and erupting with remarkable energy. With more than 10,000 thermal features, including over 500 active geysers, Yellowstone is home to the highest concentration of geothermal activity found anywhere on Earth. At the heart of this dynamic landscape lies the Yellowstone Caldera, a vast super volcano whose last major eruption occurred roughly 640,000 years ago. Today, its immense underground heat continues to drive the park’s constantly evolving surface features. Enjoy a safe, engaging, and educational adventure which is private, and fully customizable experience tailored to your group. Led by a professional local guide, observe Yellowstone’s incredible wildlife in their natural habitat.

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.

Get up for a sunrise at Yellowstone, followed by a day of looking for wolves and other wildlife along with your guide. Groups can be up to 20 people, so you can bring many friends and family, and the day will all be organized, including lunch. You’ll explore the Lamar Valley, have lunch in Cooke City, and then the rest of the day spent in the mountain air, spotting wildlife.

Yellowstone’s harsh winter conditions drive elk and bison down to lower elevations, especially in Lamar Valley where they’re often spotted by roadways. Wolves follow their prey as they head to lower elevations, weakened by a lack of food and harsh weather. People visit the park from all over the world to observe the dramatic lives wolves lead in the winter months as their position in the food chain is either strengthened or weakened. This Yellowstone winter tour, including complimentary lunch, access to advanced optics, and an experienced guide, explores the dynamic relationship between wolves and their prey, the history of wildlife management in Yellowstone, and the incredible hardships wildlife endure through the park’s coldest months.

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 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.