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Private Yellowstone tour from Bozeman with wildlife viewing

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Private Yellowstone tour from Bozeman with wildlife viewing — Kids-friendly things to do in Bozeman

Full-day tour in a Chevy Suburban — visit Old Faithful, Yellowstone Falls, wildlife spotting, and a picnic lunch by Yellowstone Lake.

This private full-day tour takes you from Bozeman into Yellowstone National Park in a modern Chevy Suburban. Led by a professional wildlife biologist, the journey includes stops at major attractions like Old Faithful and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, along with opportunities to view wildlife and some lesser-known spots away from the crowds.

The tour features high-quality binoculars and spotting scopes to better see the park’s diverse wildlife and geologic features. Enjoy a picnic-style lunch at the picturesque Yellowstone Lake, making the most of the scenery. Expect a combination of education and enjoyment throughout the day, with a focus on the park’s natural wonders.

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What's included in this experience?+
• Vortex binoculars provided for all participants in your group • Bottled water • Carbonated drinks • Two high-resolution spotting scopes • Booster seat availability • Gourmet picnic lunch prepared by a local deli at a picturesque spot by Yellowstone Lake • Rain jackets and umbrellas supplied • Air conditioning in the vehicle • Complimentary HD video to take home featuring all wildlife encountered during the tour
What's NOT included?+
• Entry fee for the National Park • Tips for guides or staff
What should I know before booking?+
• Accessible for wheelchair users • Infants and young children may use a pram or stroller • Service animals are permitted • Nearby public transportation options are available • Specialized seats for infants are provided • Transportation services are accessible for those with wheelchairs • Suitable for individuals of all fitness levels
What's the cancellation policy?+
To receive a full refund, cancellations must be made a minimum of 24 hours prior to the scheduled departure.
How does pickup work?+
Pickup is available at any location within West Yellowstone, Big Sky, the Old Faithful area, Old Faithful Inn, Gardiner, or Bozeman. If you are staying in Island Park, it is requested that you meet at a designated location in West Yellowstone that offers safe and free parking for the day. Suggested pickup times are at 6 am or 7 am, though arrangements can be made for any time that suits your group. For those aiming to enhance wildlife viewing and avoid crowds, tour departure can be as early as 5 am, depending on the season and location. Please communicate your preferences for your family or group. Breakfast is not provided, so it is advised to prepare coffee in your hotel room or lobby and gather snacks such as fruit, yogurt, donuts, etc., the night before from a grocery store. An assortment of healthy snacks is available during the tour, and Starbucks instant coffee will be provided for those who would like it. *Important: Pickup is not offered from Jackson or Teton Village, but meeting your group within the park can be arranged.* Pickup schedule: - **Gardiner:** 5:30 am/6 am (May to October) - **Livingston:** 5/5:30 am (May to October) - **Bozeman:** 5 am/5:30 am (May to October) - **West Yellowstone:** 5/5:30 am (May to October), 6 am (October) - **Island Park:** Meet in West Yellowstone at 5:30 am or 6 am year-round - **Canyon Village:** 6 am (May to September), 6:30 am (October) - **Old Faithful:** 5/5:30 am (May to September), 6/6:30 am (October) - **Big Sky with our pickup:** 5:15 am (May to October), 6 am (October) - **Big Sky meeting in West Yellowstone:** 6:30 am.
What's the itinerary?+
• The Classic Yellowstone Tour includes key attractions such as Old Faithful, the Grand Prismatic Hot Spring (available upon request), wildlife viewing in the Hayden Valley, Yellowstone Falls, the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, and Yellowstone Lake, along with a number of lesser-known waterfalls, hot springs, geysers, rivers, and wildlife sightings. There will be a break to relax at the historic Old Faithful Inn, which dates back to 1903. • The Hayden Valley is one of the prime locations for wildlife observation in Yellowstone National Park, making it one of the top spots globally to view wildlife. The itinerary begins in this region to enhance the likelihood of spotting black bears, wolves, bison, and grizzly bears. • Lower Yellowstone Falls reaches a height of 308 feet (94 meters), nearly double that of Niagara Falls. Water flow at this waterfall can range from 680 cubic feet per second (19 cubic meters per second) in autumn to 8,400 cubic feet per second (240 cubic meters per second) during peak runoff in late spring. • The Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone extends twenty miles, reaching widths of up to 4,000 feet and depths of 1,200 feet in certain areas. Situated on the park’s eastern side, it offers multiple viewpoints to see the Lower Falls descending into the canyon at 308 feet and the Upper Falls dropping 109 feet. • Depending on the day’s schedule, activities may include hiking, walking, exploring historic structures, or enjoying a scenic lunch by Yellowstone Lake (the largest lake in North America situated above 7,000 feet with 126 miles of shoreline), potentially at a hidden lunch spot. • Enjoy hiking or easy walks to witness unique geothermal features that are exclusive to Yellowstone. • Access to the largest geyser basin in the park will be provided through a lesser-known entry point. This area features a hike to various hot springs, geysers, and fumaroles, taking visitors to a location that is often overlooked by tourists. This segment of the tour is frequently mentioned as a favorite by participants and has received positive feedback over the years. • As with the previous points, there will be opportunities for safe hiking or walking to appreciate distinct geothermal features that can only be found within Yellowstone. • The Grand Prismatic Spring, located in the Midway Geyser Basin, is notable for being the park's largest hot spring and the third largest in the world, with a diameter of approximately 370 feet (112.8 meters) and a depth exceeding 121 feet (37 meters). This spring was initially described in 1839 by fur trapper Osborne Russell, marking it as the first identifiable thermal feature in the park. • A brief walk will showcase a variety of thermal features common in Yellowstone, including colorful hot springs, steaming fumaroles, active geysers, and notable mudpots. At least one geyser erupts continuously in this area. • There will also be opportunities to view picturesque geysers and hot springs, along with the chance to see grazing bison. • A 40-foot waterfall is situated at the junction of ancient rhyolite lava flows.

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