Private tour, run by Tied To Nature
Private Yellowstone Wildlife Sightseeing Tour
From $1,200 for 2 adults Dates and prices
Starts in West Yellowstone: Pickup at your lodging in West Yellowstone or Island Park.
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Price and dates
From $1,200 for 2 adults
Checked 2 October 2026 for Monday 19 October
Next dates on sale from 19 October 2026. Only days the tour runs are listed.
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At a glance
- Length
- 7 to 9 hours, starts 5:30 a.m.
- Runs
- Next dates on sale from 19 October 2026
- Later dates
- Some dates on sale between 3 May 2027 and 29 October 2027
- Group
- Private: only your group
- Guide
- In English
- Park entry
- Park entry not included
Before you book
Each non-US resident aged 16 or over pays an extra $100 to enter the park, on a tour too, unless the group has an annual or America the Beautiful pass. The road from West Yellowstone into the park is open to cars until 31 October 2026, and tours that drive in stop when it closes.
Where it starts
Pickup at your lodging in West Yellowstone or Island Park. You can be picked up, or meet the group at the start point.
Pickup can be up to 5 minutes before the start time.
The 38 West Yellowstone lodgings on the pickup list
- 1872 Inn
- Al's Westward Ho Motel
- Alpine Motel
- Arrowhead Lodge by Arrowhead Properties
- Best Western Desert Inn
- Best Western Weston Inn
- Big Western Pines Motel
- Brandin' Iron Inn
- City Center Motel
- ClubHouse Inn West Yellowstone
- Crosswinds Inn
- Dude/Round Up Motel
- Elkhorn Cabins and Inn
- Evergreen Motel
- Explorer Cabins At Yellowstone
- Golden West Motel
- Gray Wolf Inn and Suites
- Holiday Inn West Yellowstone By IHG
- Kelly Inn West Yellowstone
- Lazy Duck Inn
- Moose Creek Inn
- One Horse Motel
- Pine Shadows Motel
- Pioneer Motel
- Pony Express Motel
- Sleepy Hollow Lodge
- Stage Coach Inn
- Starlite Yellowstone, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
- The Historic Madison Hotel, Motel and Hostel
- Three Bear Lodge
- Traveler's Lodge
- Westwood Motel
- White Buffalo Hotel
- Yellowstone Inn
- Yellowstone Lodge
- Yellowstone Park Hotel
- Yellowstone Townhouses
- Yellowstone West Gate Hotel
The pickup list also has lodgings in Island Park.
In Tied To Nature's words
We will pick you up from your lodging option in Island Park, ID, West Yellowstone, MT, or select locations inside Yellowstone National Park. (Extra fees for picking up inside Yellowstone) (Will pick up from Old Faithful, Canyon Village, and Madison Junction.)
We will pick you up from your lodging option in Island Park, ID, West Yellowstone, MT, or select locations inside Yellowstone National Park.
The route
The stops in the order the operator lists them. Times at each stop are the operator's; wildlife and traffic change them.
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Lamar Valley
Travel across Lamar Valley, also known as the American Serengeti looking for bison, elk, pronghorn, wolves, and bears. You may spend more or less time in this area depending on where the most wildlife is during the day.
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Tower Fall
Take a short hike out to Tower Falls along the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. This is an optional experience as wildlife on this trip is a priority.
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Yellowstone National Park
As you travel to and from Lamar Valley you will have the opportunity to view wildlife and other scenic locations as time permits.
What is included
Included
- Options are Coke, Diet Coke, Root beer, and Sprite
- Bottled water
- Spotting Scope
- Binoculars
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- A picnic style lunch with a sandwich, chips, granola bar, fruit, cookie, and drinks. Sandwich options include roast beef, turkey ham, veggie, and PBJ. For gluten free options we can make it a wrap.
- We provide a basket with chips, granola bars, and crackers.
Not included
- Our guides work hard to give you the best experience in Yellowstone. Showing your gratitude through a tip is appreciated. If you feel inclined Industry standard is 15% of the tour price.
- Guests will be required to purchase a park pass upon entering Yellowstone.
Cancellation and good to know
Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Later than that, nothing is refunded.
From the operator
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The operator's description
Read Tied To Nature's own description
Spend the day looking for wildlife throughout Yellowstone, focusing on Yellowstone’s Northern loop. You will visit areas such as Lamar or Haden Valley for the chance to see bears, wolves, coyotes, bison, elk, and pronghorn. You will also explore river corridors, valleys, forests, and other habitats looking for other animals including, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, river otters, and other species. While traveling through these area you will also have a chance to enjoy the scenic vistas these animals call home. (This trip is your best chance to see a bear or wolf but no guarantees.)
Reviews
5.0 out of 5 from 109 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, as Viator reported them on 2 October 2026.
Questions about this tour
Where does Tied To Nature's private wildlife tour start?
Tied To Nature's private wildlife tour starts in West Yellowstone: pickup at your lodging in West Yellowstone or Island Park.
Does Tied To Nature's private wildlife tour include the Yellowstone entrance fee?
No. Tied To Nature's private wildlife tour does not include the Yellowstone entrance fee.
How long is Tied To Nature's private wildlife tour?
Tied To Nature's private wildlife tour lasts 7 to 9 hours and starts at 5:30 a.m.
Can I cancel Tied To Nature's private wildlife tour for a refund?
Yes. You can cancel Tied To Nature's private wildlife tour for a full refund up to 24 hours before it starts; later than that, nothing is refunded.
Can children go on Tied To Nature's private wildlife tour?
Travellers of any age can go on Tied To Nature's private wildlife tour.
Sources
- Viator: the listing for this tour (product code 137381P3), read 2 October 2026. Prices, dates, ratings, pickup lodgings, the itinerary and what is included come from it.
- National Park Service: Current Conditions (park alerts), checked 3 October 2026
- National Park Service: Fees & Passes, checked 3 October 2026
- National Park Service: Park Roads: 2026 road opening and closing dates (projected), checked 3 October 2026
- National Park Service: Seasons, checked 3 October 2026
Written and checked by West Yellowstone Tours. Tour photographs are the operator's, shown as Viator supplies them.