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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.

At the farm, reconnect with nature in a way that’s both calming and playful through our unique goat yoga sessions. Set just south of West Glacier, Montana, and framed by the breathtaking beauty of Glacier National Park, this working farm offers a refreshing escape from everyday routines. As you stretch and unwind, friendly goats wander freely, adding charm, laughter, and unexpected joy to every pose. Beyond yoga, you’ll discover a lively farm filled with personality—from our gentle mini-Highland cows to our curious, playful alpacas. It’s a welcoming, family-friendly environment where guests of all ages can interact with animals, learn about farm life, and enjoy the peaceful rhythm of the countryside. Whether you’re seeking relaxation, connection, or simply a memorable outdoor experience, the farm provides a perfect blend of tranquility, fun, and natural beauty.

This tour offers unique insights into the park’s ecosystems while enhancing your photography skills. Explore renowned wildlife hotspots such as Lamar Valley, Tower Junction, and other pristine areas, all carefully selected for their photographic potential. Whether you're a budding photographer or an experienced professional, this tour provides the perfect setting to elevate your craft. Skills You'll Learn Wildlife Tracking Techniques: Learn how to spot and predict wildlife movement for optimal photo opportunities. Mastering Long-Lens Photography: Capture detailed and impactful portraits of animals in their natural habitat. Compositional Excellence: Create balanced and captivating wildlife images using framing and lighting techniques. Ethical Wildlife Photography Practices: Understand how to photography wildlife responsibly to minimize disturbance. Prerequisites Basic knowledge of camera settings. A DSLR or mirrorless camera with a telephoto lens (400mm or longer preferred).

Experience the ultimate Yellowstone full day private tour, designed entirely around your group’s interests and preferences. This customized adventure allows us to adjust the itinerary to ensure you see the sights and explore the areas that matter most to you. From the mesmerizing geyser basins and stunning waterfalls to dramatic canyons and vibrant hot springs, every stop showcases the park’s incredible beauty. Along the way, we’ll be on the lookout for Yellowstone’s iconic wildlife, including bison, elk, grizzly bears, and wolves, giving you a chance to witness these amazing creatures in their natural habitat. Our expert guides will enrich your journey by sharing captivating stories about Yellowstone’s human and geological history. You’ll also learn fascinating details about the park’s unique flora and fauna. Please note that new National Park fees may apply for international visitors. If applicable, this fee is collected in-destination, not when you book.

Explore the majestic Many Glacier area of Glacier National Park with our engaging audio tour! Known as the “Heart of the Park,” Many Glacier features stunning alpine lakes, towering peaks, and abundant wildlife. Our guides share captivating stories about the park’s history, the formation of its dramatic landscapes, and the diverse species that call it home. Perfect for families, hikers, and nature enthusiasts, this tour adds depth to your adventure. Simply download, plug in your headphones, and immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Many Glacier! *Download the Shaka Guide app to access the purchased tours*

Have you ever wanted to feel like a true cowboy or cowgirl? Well, this is your perfect opportunity. At Erik’s Ranch, we are fortunate enough to have two expert ropers on our staff who are super excited to teach you everything they know about it. Our expert ropers will guide you through the basics of roping, teach you how to properly build, swing, and deliver your loop on target just like the pros do. By the end of the experience, you’ll be well on your way to becoming the next great roper!

Craving a wild escape? Glacier’s North Fork is your rugged retreat! Think serene lakes, epic mountain views, and more wildlife than you can count. Our audio tour guides you through Polebridge’s quirky charm, Bowman Lake’s peaceful shores, and the park’s untamed beauty. With stories of park history, ecology, and conservation, you’ll feel like an expert adventurer. Download, plug in, and explore Glacier’s remote wonderland—no crowds, just nature vibes! *Download the Shaka Guide app to access the purchased tours*

Set off on an exciting adventure through Helena! Dive into the city’s Gold Rush past, explore the historic Yee-Wau Cabin, and learn about Louis Reeder, the visionary behind Reeder’s Alley. Discover Helena’s boomtown days, the impact of smallpox on local history, and the unusual story behind the city’s name. Admire vibrant murals, solve clever puzzles, and snap a team selfie with The Bullwhacker—a thrilling journey through time awaits!

Set out on an exciting adventure through Missoula! Dive into a history that stretches back to 3500 BC, uncover stories from the Lewis and Clark Expedition, and explore the city’s lively parks and scenic spaces. Put your detective skills to the test with clever questions, capture fun team selfies, and learn fascinating tidbits—like how Montana earned the nickname “The Treasure State.” Admire striking architectural landmarks, discover insights about local wildlife, and even see if you can count the steps to a hidden pathway. Are you ready to explore?

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Embark on an epic journey through the US West with this self-guided driving and walking audio tour bundle! Explore the wonders of Arches, Bryce Canyon, and Zion, hike the Hidden Valley Trail in Joshua Tree, and marvel at the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone. Each stop offers a unique experience. With bonus highlights like Old Faithful and Delicate Arch, this bundle guides you through the best of America’s western parks. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! After booking, you can check your email, then download the Action Tour Guide App, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

The Alberton Gorge of the Clark Fork River offers some of the best whitewater rafting in Montana. Class II and III rapids, canyon scenery, and swimming-friendly stretches.

Set out on a relaxing 1–2 hour drive along scenic Doe Creek Road, a 14-mile route that offers a peaceful escape into Montana’s mountain wilderness. Perfect for families, couples, or anyone seeking a quiet outdoor break, this journey winds through beautiful landscapes filled with rugged peaks, forested hills, and wide-open skies. The gentle curves of the road make for an easy, enjoyable ride where you can fully take in the surrounding scenery. Along the way, breathe in the crisp mountain air and enjoy the calm rhythm of nature, with opportunities to spot local wildlife such as deer, elk, or birds in flight. The scenery constantly shifts between sweeping panoramic views and shaded forest stretches, creating a varied and memorable experience from start to finish. Whether you’re looking to unwind or share a meaningful outing with loved ones, Doe Creek Road offers a perfect blend of tranquility and exploration in the heart of Montana’s wilderness.

Embark on an exciting adventure with 3 full-day all-inclusive private tours of Yellowstone National Park and the Grand Tetons National Park. Sit back, relax, and let us take care of the details so you can enjoy a one-of-a-kind adventure with our expert guide. Whether you choose to do all 3 days in a row or spread them over a week we’d be happy to accommodate your needs. Enjoy Yellowstone the volcano lower loop tour to many of Yellowstone’s most popular attractions such as The Yellowstone Grand Canyon and Old Faithful and fascinating in-depth information about Yellowstone’s famous hot spots. You'll enjoy a deep dive into Yellowstone’s rich history, stunning scenery, and various wildlife species for an amazing wildlife and photo tour. And take in the stunning views of the Grand Tetons National Park while on a wildlife safari.

Experience the wild beauty of the Rocky Mountain Front on this guided out‑and‑back hike to Black leaf Pass, led by a naturalist . Journey through one of the region’s most spectacular canyons, where sweeping views of rugged mountains and open plains unfold around every turn. Along the trail, you’ll have the opportunity to closely observe the area’s diverse flora, fauna, and fascinating geology, with expert interpretation that brings the landscape to life. Early summer offers especially rewarding conditions, with vibrant wildflowers adding color to this unforgettable alpine setting. Transportation to and from the trailhead from Choteau is included, allowing you to relax and focus fully on the experience. This Rocky Mountain Front classic is ideal for nature lovers, hiking enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a deeper connection with Montana’s wild places.

This tour is more than sightseeing—it’s a story you’ll understand Explore the Blackfoot River through the lens of geology, ecology, and history. Guests don’t just see the landscape—they leave understanding how it was formed, impacted, and ultimately restored. - Small-group experience (no crowded buses) With limited group sizes, you get a more personal, relaxed day. There’s time for questions, wildlife sightings, and meaningful conversation—not just quick photo stops. - Guided by interpretation—not just transportation This is a true guided experience, not a point-to-point shuttle. Each stop builds on the last, connecting science, landscape, and human history into one cohesive story. - Thoughtfully designed by a local guide company, this tour is built around connection—to place, to story, and to the bigger picture of conservation in the American West.

Explore Montana’s backcountry like never before on a self-guided snowmobile adventure across 16 miles of groomed scenic trails. Ride a brand-new Polaris snowmobile, built for performance, stability, and comfort in winter conditions. Each machine is equipped with an integrated touchscreen GPS system featuring a pre-programmed route, allowing you to simply follow the trail with ease—no guide needed. This experience is perfect for riders of all skill levels, offering a fun and accessible way to explore Big Sky’s winter wilderness. As you travel through snowy forests and open alpine terrain, you’ll ascend to elevations over 9,000 feet, where breathtaking panoramic views unfold. Take in iconic sights such as Lone Mountain, the Spanish Peaks, Sphinx Mountain, and Taylor Peak rising across the horizon. Blending independence, adventure, and stunning scenery, this GPS-guided snowmobile tour delivers an unforgettable way to experience the rugged beauty of Montana at your own pace.

- Join a tour led by a STEM-educated guide! - Drink teas brewed in expert fashion! - Learn the ins and outs of the trails in the Bitterroot.

Over 60 years ago, a powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake reshaped the Yellowstone region. Massive landslides blocked rivers, destroyed roads and buildings, and caused damage nearly 50 miles from the epicenter. In the decades since, the landscape has transformed—forming what is now Earthquake Lake, rebuilding infrastructure, and creating striking scenery best appreciated from above. On this scenic flight over the historic epicenter of the 1959 Yellowstone earthquake, enjoy rare aerial views of one of the most significant seismic events in North American history. From the air, you’ll see the dramatic terrain shaped by tectonic forces, along with sweeping views of lakes, winding rivers, rugged mountains, and vast wilderness that define this remarkable region.

The mountains surrounding the West Yellowstone Valley are impossible to miss—and even harder to forget. Towering peaks rise dramatically above the landscape, creating a stunning skyline that defines this remarkable region. At their highest points, these mountains climb nearly a mile above the town of West Yellowstone, forming breathtaking backdrops in every direction. On this scenic flight, soar alongside rugged mountain terrain and enjoy a bird’s-eye perspective of the Yellowstone Skyline. Take in incredible detail as steep mountain faces, jagged cliffs, and sweeping alpine scenery unfold beneath you. Elevate your adventure and experience the powerful beauty of Yellowstone’s mountain landscape from the air.

What makes this tour unique is its strong focus on geology and hands‑on discovery. Rather than simply stopping for quick views, you will walk boardwalk loops, observe thermal activity up close, and hear the fascinating science behind geysers, boiling springs, mud pots, and fumaroles. Each major stop highlights a different “personality” of Yellowstone’s geothermal world, giving you a complete picture of how the park breathes, changes, and evolves. From world‑famous geysers to hidden thermal lakeshores, this is the ideal experience for travelers who want geology, storytelling, and unforgettable visuals.

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.

Discover the breathtaking wonders of Yellowstone in a single day as you explore the iconic highlights from both the Upper and Lower loops. This comprehensive tour takes you to must-see attractions like Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Spring, and the majestic Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. Enjoy extended sightseeing with a scenic drive through Hayden Valley, making this perfect for nature lovers and photographers alike. With expert guides and comfortable transportation, this tour offers a complete overview of Yellowstone's geological marvels. - See top sights including Old Faithful and Mammoth Hot Springs - Extended tour duration of 10-12 hours for in-depth exploration - Ideal for all travelers wanting to experience Yellowstone's best - Group size limited to 13 for a personalized experience

Step into the heart of Yellowstone’s wilderness for a full day of immersive wildlife photography, where every corner of the landscape holds the potential for an unforgettable shot. Yellowstone’s diverse ecosystems offer a rare opportunity to photograph animals in their natural rhythms, habitats, and the glowing, magical light created by the park’s geysers and hot springs. From the iconic Lamar and Hayden Valleys to the geothermal wonders of Norris Geyser Basin or the serene landscapes surrounding Yellowstone Lake, you’ll have the chance to capture Yellowstone’s wildlife and breathtaking scenery in a variety of settings that align with your personal photographic interests. With your experienced Naturalist Photographer Guide leading the way, we’ll explore the best known habitats for wolves, bears, bison, and many other species. Much of our time will be spent during the magical low-light hours when predators are most active, giving you the greatest chance to capture natural behavior.