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Day tour to Yellowstone from Jackson Hole with wildlife stops

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Day tour to Yellowstone from Jackson Hole with wildlife stops — Day trips things to do in Jackson

Full-day small group tour by van — Old Faithful, waterfalls, and wildlife observations across Yellowstone, picnic lunch included.

This small-group tour from Jackson Hole lasts a full day and covers key highlights of Yellowstone National Park, including the iconic Old Faithful geyser, stunning waterfalls, and various wildlife viewing points. Expect to see landscapes like Oxbow Bend, Yellowstone Lake, and the Lower Falls of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. You’ll also explore the geothermal wonders at Fountain Paint Pots and West Thumb Geyser Basin.

The tour focuses on the park's rich history and diverse ecosystems, with ample opportunities to spot wildlife such as bison, grizzly and black bears, wolves, and elk. Frequent stops allow guests to use provided binoculars and scopes for observation, as well as enjoy walks along scenic boardwalks.

A picnic-style lunch will be served by your guide during the day, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience.

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What's included in this experience?+
• Binoculars for each participant and a scope for the group • Picnic lunch and snacks • Drinks • Transportation in a climate-controlled, enclosed vehicle • Knowledgeable guide specializing in natural interpretation • Pickup and drop-off service at hotels in Jackson Hole, WY
What's NOT included?+
• Suggested gratuities of 10-15% of the tour price • Entrance fees
What should I know before booking?+
• Service animals are permitted. • Nearby public transportation is accessible. • This activity accommodates all levels of physical fitness. • Children aged 5 years and younger are not permitted. • It is recommended to wear sturdy walking shoes and bring a jacket. Guests may need to dress warmly, particularly during spring and fall.
What's the cancellation policy?+
All purchases are non-refundable. Cancellations will not receive a refund.
How does pickup work?+
Provide your accommodation details in the Jackson Hole, Wyoming region, which includes Teton Village, Jackson, and Wilson. Front door pickup is available for most areas within Jackson Hole. Customers located outside these specified towns will be required to meet at designated meeting points arranged in advance.
What's the itinerary?+
• March 1, 1872, marked the establishment of Yellowstone as the first national park, showcasing its unique hydrothermal and geological features. The tour focuses on the Lower Loop of Yellowstone National Park, where participants will see the diverse elements that contribute to its fame, including wildlife, geysers such as Old Faithful, waterfalls, and remarkable landscapes. There will be chances to observe wildlife in a well-preserved ecosystem, visit geothermal sites that host around half of the world's active geysers, and admire geological marvels like the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River. • Old Faithful, the world-renowned geyser, is noted for its consistent and somewhat predictable eruptions, having erupted over a million times since Yellowstone's designation as a national park in 1872. Guests can view Old Faithful erupt from a wooden boardwalk and mark a significant item off their list. • The Old Faithful Inn, constructed between 1903 and 1904 using local timber and stone, is recognized as the largest log structure globally. Its impressive lobby is highlighted by a grand stone fireplace and an intricately designed clock made of copper, wood, and wrought iron. • The Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone can be found along Great Loop Road at Canyon Village. • Yellowstone Lake is situated on the Grand Loop Road between Fishing Bridge and Grant Village. • The Lower Falls, the tallest waterfall in Yellowstone at 308 feet, is the park’s most famous. The vibrant colors of the canyon resulted from hot water interacting with volcanic rock, but it was the yellow banks of the river at its meeting point with the Missouri River that gave rise to the Minnetaree Indian name, translated by French trappers as roche jaune, or yellow stone. The canyon was significantly carved out multiple times, likely due to large glacial outburst floods. • The Fountain Paint Pots, located in the Lower Geyser Basin of Yellowstone National Park, is a noteworthy site on the Lower Loop tour. These mud pots are characterized by their vibrant reds, yellows, and browns, which arise from the various oxidation states of iron within the mud. • Hayden Valley serves as a wildlife haven and is home to the largest free-roaming bison herd globally. Participants will be on the lookout for bears, wolves, bison, elk, mule deer, coyotes, foxes, eagles, pronghorn, and other animals while traveling through this picturesque area. • There will be a walk along the boardwalk to explore the many stunning hydrothermal pools found in the basin area, which extends from Yellowstone Lake. • Oxbow Bend is regarded as one of the most photographed locations in Grand Teton National Park, with Mount Moran in the background and the Snake River forming a beautiful oxbow in the foreground. On calm mornings, reflections of Mount Moran can often be captured when arriving at this location. • Jackson Lake, located in Grand Teton National Park in northwestern Wyoming, has been expanded since the construction of the Jackson Lake Dam, originally built in 1911, enlarged in 1916, and rebuilt in 1989.

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