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Wolf tours in yellowstone national park.

Winter is Ideal for Wolf Watching in Yellowstone

The winter season in Yellowstone National Park’s northern range provides the ideal location to track and spot the grey wolf, an apex predator of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

Gray wolves are one of the biggest draws for visitors to Yellowstone National Park. The experience of watching a wolf, or wolf pack, move against the beautiful backdrop of Yellowstone is a transportive rush of pure, unadulterated wilderness.  

While a visit to Yellowstone in the summer may result in a serendipitous wolf sighting, the most reliable time to glimpse these wild creatures is during the winter months. Amidst the vast basin and range topography of North Yellowstone, wolves can be easy to spot against the bright-white, snow-covered landscape. The highlights of their hunting, mating and denning seasons occur between mid-September to mid-June, and their activity can be witnessed anywhere from several miles, to several hundred yards away from Yellowstone’s roads and trails throughout the daylight hours.

Yellowstone Safari Company offers tailored wolf-centered tours that utilize high-quality optics, and the thousands of hours our guides have accrued in the field, to give our guests the best experience possible! Read on to learn more about the great gray wolf and their significance to Yellowstone National Park.

Short History of Wolves in Yellowstone

While the gray wolf once roamed successfully from the Arctic to Mexico, loss of habitat and extermination programs in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s eventually led to gray wolves’ placement on the endangered species list. Once placed on the endangered species list, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service designated the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem (GYE) as one of three recovery areas for these fascinating apex predators. Between 1995 and 1997, 41 wild wolves from Canada and northwest Montana were captured, collared, and successfully released into Yellowstone’s Northern Region.

Yellowstone’s new wolves found an ecosystem ripe for opportunity. They were able to adapt and thrive, and their numbers grew year by year. As of 2020, an estimated150 — divided amongst eight packs — reside in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem (GYE). Each year pack dynamics shift as young wolves seek to form new packs, and older members succumb to age, disease or inter-pack fighting. For the last 2 decades, there have been at least 2-5 reliable packs identified by names and collared members, who maintain territory in the Northern Range. These family units have survived even amidst the incredible pressure from outside hunting near park borders. Gray wolves have shown incredible resiliency in the Rocky Mountains, in doing so have contributed to the greater success story of conservation in the west. Their existence has become a trademark for this region’s National Park and public lands.

Winter Wildlife Safaris

• 2 Day Winter Wolves and Wildlife
• 3 Day Winter Wolves and Wildlife

As the name suggests, these private safaris provide an opportunity to dive deep into the wild winter landscape of Yellowstone National Park, where the focus will be on witnessing the most emotive of the Greater Yellowstone ecosystem’s predators. 

Our naturalist guides are acquainted with Yellowstone’s ecosystem. On these tours, they will focus on scanning well-known wolf-pack territories and interpreting their engaging pack dynamics for our guests. They will share the long story of wolves, the daily dramas of their social networks, and current conservation challenges we and they face. There is no better way to learn extensively and intimately about the gray wolf. Over the course of 2 or 3 days, you will have a chance to watch wolves hunt, play, feed, and howl amidst a gorgeous landscape frozen over with snow and ice. By investing your time, resources and interest in the lives of wolves, you will be contributing to their ongoing benefit in a world they once ruled. 

These tours run from November to April and can have a maximum group size of 6. Pack your warm clothes, and be prepared to have your breath taken away!

Winter Day Tours from Bozeman

Yellowstone winter wildlife safari.

• Snowshoe Safari

Wolf sightings highlight this one-day tour, but explorers can also spot elusive creatures such as otters, ermine, moose, and even bobcats and cougars during the snowy season.  Since many creatures — including the wolves — stay far away from humans, we provide the best binoculars as optics are necessary for an incredible “close-up” experience.  This trip lasts from 8-10 hours, runs through November – April, and can have a maximum capacity of 8 group members.  For a more relaxed pace, opt for a winter snowshoe safari where you’ll explore the area on foot and watch for wildlife as you go.

Both our 2 Day and 3 Day Winter Wolves and Wildlife Safaris focus on wolves and other predators and prey. Our safaris emphasize the incredible relationship predators share with prey, as well as their fascinating impact on the ecosystem. Wolf sightings may not be as frequent during the summer months, but spring and summer offer a look into peak wildlife activity periods.  Our 2 Day and 3 Day Bear and Wolf Safaris are available May – October and can accommodate a private party of up to 6 people.

What Should I Bring on a Winter Tour?

Winter is cold in northern Yellowstone, so you’ll want to pack warm clothing that you can layer to keep yourself warm and dry.  An outer waterproof and windproof shell is recommended, paired with a midweight or expedition weight layer of wool or synthetic material for warmth. Waterproof boots, wool socks, and a hat and gloves are also recommended. 

A small backpack will be handy to store items like a camera, water bottle, or snacks. Make sure to bring along any medications or toiletries you might need to have with you. 

Plan Your Tour

The winter season is rapidly approaching, so make your reservations for the country’s most popular National Park to witness gray wolves in action!

Contact the team at Yellowstone Safari Company today to learn more about some of the best Yellowstone National Park Safaris that you and your family can enjoy this winter.

Experience Wildlife in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem

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2 Day Winter Wolves and Wildlife Safari

3 Day Winter Wolves and Wildlife Safari

Planning a summer visit to the Bozeman, Montana area instead?  View our summer wildlife safari tours .

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BrushBuck Wildlife Tours

Yellowstone Winter Wolf Tour 4 Day / 3 Night

• Destination: Yellowstone National Park
• Duration: Multi Day Tour: 4 Day / 3 Night
• Availability: Dec - Mar
• Group Options: PUBLIC OR PRIVATE GROUP TOUR

The expert guides at BrushBuck Wildlife Tours would like to invite you on this 4 Day, 3 Night Yellowstone Winter Wolf tour where you will have the chance of a lifetime to witness these incredible animals in their natural habitat. Our insider knowledge and connections to the National Park Service gives us the upper hand in tracking down the various wolf packs throughout Yellowstone.

When you choose BrushBuck, you are also supporting a 100% Military Veteran Owned Business. Our owners and employees Adam and Amber have served over a combined 20 years in the United States Navy and Marine Corps.

DAY 1: BOZEMAN TO YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK

8:00 – 9:00 A.M  – Guests will be picked up by their BrushBuck Guide at local area Bozeman hotels and brought to the lodge in Gardiner, Montana. On the way we often see white-tailed deer, mule deer, elk, pronghorn antelope, golden eagles, bald eagles, along with other wildlife! Should time permit we will take an evening drive around the area to see more wildlife and scenery after settling in.

Meal Plan: Guests are at leisure in the mountain town of Gardiner

Accommodations

Best Western in Gardiner, Montana (or similar)

DAY 2: GARDINER TO COOKE CITY

Wolves move early and we will be out and about  to have our best chances at finding them! Expect lots of wildlife and scenery throughout the morning. Wildlife we often see are mule deer, pronghorn antelope, bighorn sheep, bison, elk, and moose. We will be driving through territory of 3 wolf packs making this a great opportunity for wolf viewing!

Meal Plan: Breakfast

Super 8 in Cooke City, Montana (or similar)

DAY 3: WILDLIFE ALL DAY!

We will depart the lodge early for another morning of listening, glassing and watching wolves! We often have wolf killed elk and winter deceased bison located that wolves and other predators visit to get a bite to eat. On these food sources we may see coyote, red fox, bald eagle, golden eagles, and wolves! Your BrushBuck Guide will use all available resources to track down and show you wolves like you’ve never seen them before! We will then check in to our lodge in Cooke City, Montana where we will take a break and guests may choose to go back into the park to wildlife watch or relax in Cooke City for the evening.

Meal Plan:  Breakfast

DAY 4: COOKE CITY TO BOZEMAN

Another early morning as we head out for one last game drive to view wolves & other wildlife! We will see many other animals along the way as they endure the everyday struggle of surviving the harsh Yellowstone winter. Guests should keep their camera ready as photography opportunities are around every corner! Guests will have a great chance to see bison, elk, moose, mule deer, bighorn sheep, pronghorn antelope, mountain goat, coyote, and red fox! On our way to Bozeman we will stop for lunch in the historic Mammoth Hotel and visit Mammoth Hot Springs. Guests should expect to arrive at their Bozeman area hotel approximately at 4:00pm.

End Tour in Bozeman, Montana

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What's Included

• BrushBuck Adventure Guide
• Transportation to/from Bozeman
• 3 Breakfasts (Breakfast on Day 2, 3, & 4)
• Snacks/refreshments
• Comfortable Tour Van
• Use of Binoculars, Spotting Scopes and Tripods
• National Park Entrance Fees
• 3 Nights Accommodation
• Guide gratuity (10-15% of tour price recommended)
• Meals and beverages not listed as Inclusions

Public Tour Pricing

• Double Occupancy $1,899.00 per Person
• Single Occupancy $1,999.00

2024 Availability Dates:

• December 16th-19th
• December 31st – January 3 rd , 2025

2025 Availability Dates:

• January 31st – February 3rd
• February 7th – 10 th
• February 14 th -17th
• February 21st – 24 th
• February 28 th – March 3rd
• March 14th – 17th
• December 15th – 18th
• December 30th – January 2 nd , 2026

Cancellation Policy:

50% of the price of the tour will be withheld outside of 60 days; within 60 days, 100% of the total price of the tour will be charged.

A QUAD Booking is set at 4 (four) people in a single room with 2 queen beds; Please contact us if you need an extra room.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many wolves live in yellowstone.

It is estimated that roughly 528 wolves live in the greater Yellowstone Ecosystem as of 2015. Inside the park, there are at least 94 wolves as of January 2020.

Source:  www.nps.gov

Are Wolves the Most Dangerous Animal in Yellowstone?

Not to humans! The animal that causes the most injuries in Yellowstone is the Bison, as some visitors disregard the warnings about approaching bison.

Wolves are not normally dangerous to humans unless provided with food. No wolf has attacked a human in Yellowstone, but a few attacks have occurred in other places.

It is reported that roughly 16-22 elk a year are killed by wolves every year.

What Other Animals May We See on this Tour?

Bison, elk, mule deer, bighorn sheep, pronghorn antelope, coyote, red fox, bald eagle, golden eagle.

What Precautions are Being Taken To Keep Guests Safe?

We take your safety extremely seriously. We follow strict cleaning and distancing protocols to inusre you have a safe and fun adventure!

• Cleaning and sanitizing vehicles after every tour
• Use of disposable / compostable items such as: tablecloths, paper plates and cups
• Operating  private tours  so each group one family or travel group
• Guests will have availability to face masks and hand sanitizer throughout the tour

How Can I Book A Tour?

Book your tour online or call us directly at  (307) 699-2999 . We can also answer any of your questions via our LiveChat service, or our  contact form  for more information and booking a tour.

What Other Tours Are Available?

Winter and summer tour options are available with single day and multi-day tour formats. Tours embark from Jackson, WY, and West Yellowstone.

Our expertly guided tours focus on the geothermal features and vast wildlife including grizzly and black bear, wolves, elk, moose, bison, bald eagles, and much more.

During winter we offer half-day/full-day  tours to Grand Teton National Park  and can book you Yellowstone snowcoach and snowmobile tours to destinations like Old Faithful and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. We also offer multi-day tours through Grand Teton and Yellowstone. View all our  winter tours here .

During summer we offer single and multi-day tour options to destinations including Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, Grand Canyon of Yellowstone to view the Upper and Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River.

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• Yellowstone Wolf Quest Adventure

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An Intensive Wolf Immersion

Diverse Wildlife Photography

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No One Else Offers This In-Depth Encounter with the Wolf's World!

• More Opportunities to Spot Wolves If you're passionate about wolves, this trip offers four full days of wolf tracking in Yellowstone's Northern Range. No one else offers this extensive an immersion in the best place on Earth to maximize your odds of seeing these wilderness icons. Even though the Lamar Valley and Northern Range environs are the world's preeminent place for viewing gray wolves in the wild (and we've never missed seeing them to date), wolves are at the center of controversy, and their increasing elusiveness due to the impact of hunting can make it a challenge to find them. When we do, they are at a distance, and we view them through spotting scopes. But we embrace the challenge with enthusiasm, and that is the allure of nature taken on its own terms. 
• A Small Group Offers a Peaceful, Personalized Experience Our group of no more than 12 guests is further divided into two smaller groups in two vehicles, each with an Expedition Leader, for a quieter experience of nature with less impact on our natural surroundings. Traveling with fewer people allows us to move quickly to areas where wolves have most recently been spotted, and to observe them without disturbing them. Plus, you're guaranteed more personal attention from our Expedition Leader, at your side to answer all your questions.
• Your Guides are Professional Naturalists You won't find more qualified guides! Our Expedition Leaders are naturalists with in-depth knowledge of Yellowstone's wolves and their habitat. They are in constant contact with local wolf researchers, giving us the benefit of the most current, inside knowledge of wolf locations and activity. Our Expedition Leaders have extensive experience in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, and they receive additional training and resources from WWF scientists. We're proud that they are the guides called upon to train other local guides. Read our Expedition Leader bios and traveler comments regarding the quality of our leaders.
• Low-Season Travel + Local Connections = Better Wolf Encounters Traveling in Yellowstone's low season means far fewer visitors. In November, March and April, 90% of the park is closed to both regular and over-the-snow vehicles, ensuring exceptional solitude (plus there’s a chance we could see the season’s first bears just emerging from hibernation in early spring). The months of November and March offer particular wolf-viewing advantages. This is when the most intense wolf studies take place, with more researchers in the field with scopes and telemetry equipment looking for wolves. We have relationships with many of these researchers, constantly communicating with them to up our chances of seeing wolves.
• Meet with Renowned Local Wildlife Photographers Drawing on our years of experience in the area, we've arranged a private visit with two of the country's premier wolf and wildlife photographers and videographers. We'll visit the gallery of famed local naturalist/photographer Dan Hartman for a personal chat, and we're joined for lunch by Emmy Award-winning wildlife cinematographer Bob Landis, a legendary filmmaker in the Yellowstone region.
• High-Quality Optics to Enhance Wolf Watching As with all our wolf-watching trips, we provide the highest quality optical equipment to enhance your viewing experience, with high-powered spotting scopes and binoculars available for use by all travelers. Learn how to use digiscoping to capture exciting images, even when wolves are at a distance, as they typically are.
• Exclusive Nat Hab Safari Trucks with Roof Hatches to Facilitate Viewing As on an African safari, the quality of your adventure vehicle is key to enhancing wildlife viewing. Nat Hab has crafted new Mercedes Sprinters into specialty North American Safari Trucks . Three double-wide pop-top roof hatches plus large side windows allow for 360-degree views of the landscape and wildlife. Every guest has a window seat and plenty of room for camera equipment and other gear. These exclusive vehicles make a big difference in your overall experience!
• Cold-Weather Boots & Parkas Provided Don't worry about packing heavy outdoor gear and paying extra for checked-baggage fees: we provide sturdy, warm winter boots plus heavy parkas for our guests' use during the trip. Yellowstone is famously cold in the winter, but you'll be comfortable in our top-quality gear. 
• Our Quality-Value Guarantee Ensures Your Outstanding Wolf Tou When you travel with Natural Habitat Adventures, you get our exclusive guarantee that states that we will meet the high expectations we set forth in our promotional materials. To our knowledge, this is the most ambitious guarantee made by any adventure travel company. Read our important promise for yourself!
• Feel Good About Your Carbon-Neutral Journey We care deeply about our planet, as we know you do. When you travel with us, the carbon emissions from your trip are 100% offset—including your round-trip flights from home. Natural Habitat Adventures has been the world’s first carbon-neutral travel company since 2007.

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Yellowstone Snowshoeing and Wolf Watching

“Held within a wolf’s gaze has been everything I’ve needed to keep alive my sense of connection to the earth.” Doug Smith, Senior Wildlife Biologist in Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone National Park is the ultimate tourist destination in the summer (with millions of visitors) but in the winter and spring months it offers a solitude that is truly magical! Picture great fields of snow, bison and elk foraging for food, and thermal features steaming in the distance.

The northern Lamar Valley of Yellowstone is also likely the best place in the world to observe and learn about gray wolves. Wolves are a species that have inspired both controversy and admiration throughout time. When Yellowstone became the world’s first national park in 1872, the gray wolf was a native species. However, in the late 1800s and early 1900s, the prevailing thought was that wolves were bad, so ranchers and government agencies exterminated them. By 1926, the wolf population in the Park was gone.

It took over 70 years to correct the negative consequences of removing such a key species in the ecosystem. In 1995, wolves were reintroduced to Yellowstone and changed the local environment – and many wolf watchers – forever. Their ability to thrive in the greater Yellowstone ecosystem is one of the greatest success stories of the national park system in our lifetimes.

On this small group experience, we’ll be joined by our friend and wolf biologist, Jon Trapp (see his bio below), and also hear from other wolf experts along the way. We’ll spend two days as “wolf watchers” in Yellowstone’s Lamar Valley, the best place on Earth to observe wolves.  We’ll get out to snowshoe to places like the Rose Creek acclimation pen, where the wolves lived for their first few months in the Park in 1995, or to the historic former den of Wolf #9.  We’ll hear wolf stories and learn from naturalists and scientists about wolf biology and ecology, predator-prey relationships, conflict resolution for wolf and livestock, wolf competition with other species, wolf reproduction, wolf tracking, and more. 

We’ll spend a good portion of our days on gorgeous trails in open valleys and narrow gorges, along frozen creeks, among groves of Aspens, next to herds of bison, and near the steamy thermal features of Mammoth Hot Springs.

If you can hike, you can snowshoe!  Snowshoeing is a blast and easy to learn. We welcome all ability levels including those who have never tried it before. With these “all-terrain vehicles” strapped to our feet we can follow a trail or make a trail of our own anywhere there is snow.

We spend the first three nights in the small town of Gardiner at the north entrance to Yellowstone, just steps away from the Roosevelt Arch that signifies the official entrance to the world’s first national park. President Theodore Roosevelt laid the cornerstone of this icon in 1903 and the top of the arch is inscribed “For the Benefit and Enjoyment of the People”. Our last night is spent at Chico Hot Springs Resort a historic destination located in the heart of Paradise Valley, nestled in the foothills of the breathtaking Absaroka Mountain Range. The two outdoor pools are the perfect place to relax and enjoy the warm waters and the the beautiful winter scenery.

ZEPHYR ADVENTURES IS AN AUTHORIZED PERMITTEE OF YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK

Jo n Trapp served overseas as an Air Force intelligence officer, worked as a wolf biologist across the West and is currently a national wildland fire manager. His experience with wolves ranges from Arizona and New Mexico with the Mexican Gray Wolf reintroduction program to Idaho, Wyoming and Montana.  He has an undergraduate degree from Northern Arizona University and a masters degree in Conservation Biology.  

Jon taught wolf ecology and management courses at the Yellowstone Institute for 15 years.  He is the Assistant Fire Chief at Red Lodge Fire Rescue and is on two national fire incident management teams as a Fire Behavior Analyst.  His experiences have brought about a unique perspective on wildlife, landscape ecology and the impacts of climate change. 

Check out Jon’s story – From Wolves to Wildfires: A Firefighting Biologist’s Tale on the Got Science? podcast.

• Cost Per Person: $3,150
• Single Supplement: $700
• Activities: Snowshoeing, Wolf Education & Wildlife Observation
• Difficulty: All Ability Levels
• Guides: TBD

Other Info: $100 optional snowshoe rental (or you can bring your own) This trip is currently limited to 10 participants

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Trip highlights.

• Experience a national treasure – Yellowstone National Park – in a season where there are few other visitors
• Learn about one of Yellowstone's apex species from a wildlife biologist and other wolf experts
• Snowshoe in one of the most beautiful locations in the country
• See wildlife such as bison, elk, wolves, fox, coyote, bald eagles and more
• Stay in the cute small town of Gardiner at the north entrance of Yellowstone
• Spend one night in the company of wolves at a wolf sanctuary

We reserve the right to alter our listed itinerary based on current snow conditions and wildlife movement to maximize your enjoyment!

Your guides will meet you around lunchtime in Bozeman, Montana, where we begin and end our adventure. We’ll transfer from there through the Paradise Valley to Wonderland Lodge, our basecamp in the small town of Gardiner for the week, about 90 minutes away. We’ll have a brief orientation, pack some energy food, and dress for the weather before heading toward the park’s northeast entrance and our first snowshoe hike at Mammoth Hot Springs (Yellowstone’s headquarters). After a short instructional snowshoeing clinic (probably the easiest sport in the world to learn!) we’ll set off to explore the groomed 1.5-mile loop around the upper terraces. 

The terraces are unique from other thermal areas of the park. As hot water rises through the limestone from below it interacts with hot gases and forms an acidic solution that dissolves the rock and ultimately deposits a white chalky material known as travertine, which forms beautiful terraces on the side of the hill that we can walk among. Because we are at a lower elevation than most of the Park, the snow depths here entice wintering elk and deer to stick around and you’ll probably see many of them at Mammoth.

Tonight your guide(s) will host a happy hour and casual dinner in their lodge room in front of a roaring fire with our special guest – wolf biologist Jon Trapp, who will be leading us on adventures and educating us about wolves for the next two days.  We’ll get to bed early tonight as we’ll be out the door tomorrow before the crack of dawn!

Snowshoe Mileage : 1.5 miles 

After a very early breakfast, we'll pack our trail lunches and be on the road while it’s still dark. Our destination? Yellowstone’s Lamar Valley, arguably the best place in the world to see wolves, specifically in winter when they follow the ungulates (elk, deer, etc.) down from higher terrain. As the pale morning light reaches the pristine valley, we’ll be on the hunt for glimpses of these ephemeral icons of the wilderness, armed with spotting scopes and binoculars.  Our hope is to see a lone wolf, or a pack of wolves, as they awaken for the day and begin moving. As we trundle along the road, we’ll likely experience a few “buffalo jams” (Yellowstone’s version of traffic jams), and we’ll stop frequently to get out and view the landscape and the animals around us, and to hear from Jon about these majestic canines, who are once again such an integral part of the Yellowstone ecosystem. 

At some point, we’ll get out to hike, starting at the Lamar Buffalo Ranch and following Rose Creek up to one of three wolf acclimation pens built for the controversial reintroduction of wolves in the park in 1995. Three wolves transported from Canada were housed in this historic pen until they would acclimatize and not run back north. The pen was opened after several months and the three wolves began their new life in Yellowstone.

You’ll be happy to relax with a glass of wine or hot chocolate next to the fire tonight and regale one another with stories from the day.  We’ll have an early dinner at the Wonderland cafe before lights out. Another exciting day awaits us tomorrow!

Snowshoe Mileage : 3 miles

It is another early day for our winter safari.  We again steer toward Lamar Valley and it is “wolf jazz” all over – looking for tracks and other signs of wolves throughout our day. As we drive further into the Lamar Valley, we’ll keep our eyes open for bison, elk, deer, moose, coyote, fox, bighorn sheep, bald eagles and an occasional river otter. Wildlife in the valley is abundant in the winter and in late March, many of the Park’s species are getting ready to give birth and it is denning season for female wolves.  Appropriately, our main hike will be to the old den of wolf #9 (one of the first wolves in the Park after the reintroduction). Along the way, Jon will talk about den site selection, trophic cascade (a side-effect when a trophic level (species) of the ecosystem is reduced or removed), and – since it will be close to pup season – about wolf mate selection and biology.

We will also be on the lookout for Rick , the “alpha" wolf-watcher and Yellowstone’s biological technician for the Yellowstone Wolf Project. He uses telemetry equipment to track wolves, as most of the wolf packs include at least one wolf with a radio collar. He has been out in the Park observing wolves every day for the last 15 years! Typically, there are around 100 wolves in the Park at any given time.  The Park is 2.2 million acres, so we’ll be lucky if and when we spot (or hear, which is almost as good!) any wolves.

Once again, dinner is at the Wonderland. Afterwards, we’ll don our warm clothes and walk guided by starlight, moonlight (or headlamp) to the iconic Roosevelt Arch to toast the world’s first national park.

Snowshoe Mileage : 2 miles

This morning a hearty breakfast is in order. We’ll tuck our lunches into our packs, check out of the Wonderland, and depart for our longest outing of the trip. Our hike today takes us on a wide trail to the end of the Yellowstone Canyon and the Tower Fall overlook, where Tower Creek drops 132-foot into the Yellowstone River. The steep, columnar basalt cliffs on the opposite side of the river from the overlook are remnants of an ancient lava flow and will wow even those who are not into geology.

After our hike we head north to Chico Hot Springs Resort where we will spend our last night. Relaxing in the outdoor pools is the perfect way to end our trip together. We’ll enjoy a final dinner in the historic dining room before tucking into bed.

Snowshoe Mileage : 5 miles

Today is a relaxing morning. Feel free to soak in the pools, take a walk on one of the resort trails, and enjoy breakfast on your own time. You’ll have time to shower and pack up before we check out and return to Bozeman by noon, where you can choose to extend your vacation or return home.

Trip Accommodations

NIGHTS 1 - 3 >> WONDERLAND LODGE / GARDINER, MONTANA  Wonderland is brand new, beautiful, and small – only 6 super cozy rooms – and conveniently has a great restaurant on the main floor. It is in the heart of the tiny downtown of Gardiner, right next to the entrance of Yellowstone National Park. From our snowy haven, we can set out on a variety of adventures.

NIGHT 4 >>  CHICO HOT SPRINGS  / PRAY, MT  Chico Hot Springs Resort is our absolute favorite spot for a Montana getaway. The historic resort is located in the heart of Paradise Valley, just north of Yellowstone National Park and nestled in the foothills of the breathtaking Absaroka Mountain Range. Their two outdoor pools are the perfect place to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery.

Arrival & Departure

Your guides meet you in the cool mountain town of Bozeman, Montana around lunchtime on the first day of the trip. If it’s possible for you to fly and arrive that morning, we can meet you at the airport. Otherwise, you can arrive any time the day before the trip begins. We’ll return to Bozeman’s airport the last afternoon of the trip, allowing you to fly out that afternoon. We can also leave you in downtown Bozeman so you can extend your stay, or visit nearby Big Sky Ski Resort. Bozeman (airport code BZN) is served by many major airlines: Alaska Air, Allegient, Delta, Frontier, and United.

What's Included

• A local Zephyr guide will be joined by another Zephyr guide if the group size dictates.
• Wolf biologist and educator, Jon Trapp, will also join the group for two days and two nights.
• Our trip prices are based on double occupancy. If you are coming on a trip solo, you have two options: 1) Pay the single supplement to receive your own room. 2) Ask us to try to find you a roommate of the same gender to share a room with; if we are not successful you will be charged the single supplement and receive your own room.
• All of your dinners and breakfasts are included, as well as trail lunches each day (starting with dinner on Day 1 and ending with breakfast on Day 5). Gratuity for these meals is also included.
• All your transportation is included once you meet your guides on the first day.
• Trail passes and park entrance fees are included.
• NOT INCLUDED: Snowshoe rental, beverages, desserts, optional gratuities to your guides, personal expenses, and travel to and from the destination.

When To Travel

Gardiner is over 5,000 feet and Mammoth Hot Springs is over 6,000 feet in elevation, so winter in Yellowstone can be cold and snowy. The key for a snowshoeing vacation is to pick the time period when there is plenty of snow on the ground and yet temperatures are moderate. In the early winter, in December and January, daytime highs average only 27 degrees and the snowpack is not yet full. So we prefer late January through early March when there is usually more snow on the ground, temperatures are warmer, and we have more daylight hours. Keep in mind it is still cold and snowy in these months but that is what we expect with a winter tour!

Weather is always unpredictable and winter in Yellowstone is no exception! It is possible that there may be no snow, but don’t fret, as there are plenty of other things to do in and around the Park!

Changes to Your Itinerary

While everything under “What is Included” will remain the same, the actual restaurants, hotels, and activities listed in our itineraries are subject to modifications. Changes that are out of our control are common – a restaurant closes or loses its awesome chef, a winery changes its visiting hours, a hotel gets remodeled, a road or trail undergoes construction. You are entrusting us to create an outstanding vacation for you and so it is possible we may take the liberty of making necessary changes (even at the last minute, during the guides’ scout trip) to the itinerary that will improve your overall trip experience. If there is any one experience that is going to make or break your trip, please discuss this with us in advance! We attempt to keep our website itinerary as current as possible and communicate any major changes with you in the weeks prior to the tour.

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WE'RE TAKING BOOKINGS FOR WINTER 2024/2025!

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Winter Wolves and Wildlife Watching

Quick Details

• Hiking Activity Level: Easy to Moderate based on your interests and abilities

Start time: varies by date & pickup location – see dropdown menu below

Hour Glass Duration:  6 – 8 hours

Users Ages: Ages 5+

Map Marker Meeting Locations:  Gardiner, MT, Mammoth Hot Springs

Map Marker Alternative Meeting Locations:  Sage Lodge or Chico Hot Springs (additional $150.00)

Highlights:

• Private and fully customizable tour – just your group!
• Experience Yellowstone’s iconic wildlife in a wild, natural environment
• Your own local wildlife guide
• Activity level based on  your   interests and abilities
• Breakfast and lunch – picnic style
• High quality optics for all
• Safe, fun and educational

Yellowstone National Park is world-famous for its abundance of iconic wildlife, stunning vistas and historic conservation efforts to restore wolves and bison. Our highly-experienced naturalist guides and top-of-the-line equipment produce the highest quality wildlife sightings and wilderness excursions. Deep personal knowledge of Yellowstone’s wolves, bison, moose and other treasures fuel our teachings, which appeal to all ages. We specialize in crafting personalized educational experiences with Yellowstone’s iconic wildlife, natural history and ecology around your interests and expectations. Our tours consistently prove to be meaningful and memorable to our guests.

Winter is a special time to experience wildlife in Yellowstone , as the deep snows have pushed the wildlife out of the higher country, concentrating animals on the famed Lamar Valley and Yellowstone’s Northern Range. Thousands of elk and bison fill the lower-elevation valleys and grasslands. Abundant bighorn sheep, mule deer, whitetail deer, pronghorn and moose also filter out of the mountains and concentrate where there is less snow, milder temperatures and easier foraging. This migration places them where we can best observe them and observe the predators that come here to hunt them.

Our guides track the movements and behavior of Yellowstone wildlife almost daily and know the best places to find the animals you hope to see. Your guide will interpret the behaviors you observe and share stories about the wolf packs and individual wolves that we have gotten to know over the years of observing them. You will walk through visual examples of how animals live in this beautiful landscape, what their relationships are like with the other animals and plants around them and why certain animals might live in one place over another.

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December 1 – February 15th:

• Gardiner, MT, Sage Lodge & Chico Hot Springs::  6:30am
• Mammoth Hot Springs:    6:45am
• Tower Junction:   7:15am

February 16th – March 31st:

• Gardiner, MT, Sage Lodge & Chico Hot Springs::  6:00am
• Mammoth Hot Springs:    6:15am
• Tower Junction: 6:45am
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Your tour includes:

• Full-day (8 hour) private guided tour • Local naturalist guide • Transportation in our fully equipped touring vehicle (we drive, you enjoy the scenery) • Plenty of space for your extra clothing – please bring warm clothing (see “What to Bring” list) • Optics for everyone- top-of-the-line binoculars and high-powered spotting scopes for all • Breakfast pastries and hot drinks (coffee, tea, hot cocoa) • Healthy and hearty snacks and beverages • Full picnic lunch spread • Dynamic and engaging discussions interpret the wildlife activity and behavior observed • Informed and accurate information on the biology and conservation issues surrounding the wildlife you will observe

Gratuity is NOT included in the price of the tour. Tipping your guide is a common practice in North America, and tips are an important part of their income.

What to bring:

Yellowstone possesses some of the most extreme weather conditions anywhere. temperatures on any given tour could range from -40°f to +40°f (-40°c to +10°c). we therefore recommend plenty of warm clothes that can be layered and easily removed; therefore, allowing you to adjust and stay comfortable throughout your tour..

Here are our suggestions and what our guides wear on winter tours:

• Long underwear. Starting with your base layers, synthetic or wool long underwear tops and bottoms are critical to your comfort (we can find places to shed this layer later in the day if necessary). Please stay away from cotton, which can hold moisture and drastically chill the body, whereas wool and synthetics wick moisture and can even insulate while wet.
• Sweater or fleece. Ideally more than one layer of insulating layers like fleece or wool sweaters will allow for effective layering and allows you to easily shed layers as the day warms up.
• Fleece or down vest. Vests are great as a layering item that can really hold in core body temperature, yet also allow for maximum comfort and mobility.
• A windproof and water repellent insulated jacket is your most important protection from the biting Wyoming winds. Gore-Tex or something similar is highly advised as the best moisture/wind barrier and goose down insulation is the best insulation.
• Snow pants/ski pants – Insulted pants with moisture/wind barrier. You should have long underwear thermal layers in addition.
• Heavy gloves or mittens with windproof barrier.
• Warm hat that covers your ears. We lose tremendous body heat from our heads. Protect your ears from the chilly wind with a wool or fleece hat.
• Warm wool or synthetic socks are key to keeping those toes from hampering your good time.  Be sure you have plenty of wiggle room inside your boots.  If your socks are too thick and fit too tightly in your boots, you will actually reduce blood flow to your feet, resulting in cold toes, regardless of how warm your socks are.
• Insulated winter boots (roomy boots are better as you do not want to restrict circulation in your feet/toes) (see below for boot recommendations).
• Hand and toe/foot warmers. These are lifesavers! We advise everyone to place a full-sized foot warmer inside your boots every morning before the tour. This keeps the edge off and keeps you comfortable to be able to enjoy yourself to the fullest during those hard-earned wildlife encounters! Toe and hand warmers can be used as needed
• With high elevation sun, many of us burn easily, especially when we are distracted by something like watching wolves for extended periods of time.
• Even if you are not a serious photographer, a camera is nice to have on tour.
• A day pack is very handy for personal items: hand and toe warmers, water bottle, sunglasses, camera, and of course for all the extra layers you will want.

There are several ways you can go for boots: the insulated rubber “muck” boots that farmers and ranchers like. These are slip on boots that come in varying levels of insulation (up to -50 degrees). They are fine for short walks, but you would not want them for full-day hikes. For the purpose of this trip, they would be fine. Good brands there are Muck and LaCrosse.  These are probably the best bang for your buck.

https://www.lacrossefootwear.com/men/work/work-boots/?sortId=product-family&comfort_zone%5B%5D=6689&comfort_zone%5B%5D=6666&gender%5B%5D=5590&gender%5B%5D=5338

https://www.muckbootcompany.com/collections/arctic-ice/audience_men

The other option is a lace up insulated boot. There are lots of them on the market and you could spend a lot for a boot that you may never use again.

Here is a link with discussion about boots recommended for Antarctica tours. https://www.coolantarctica.com/Shop/antarctica-clothing/antarctic-boots.php

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In order to reserve your tour, a $200.00 deposit per tour day is due at the time of booking.  Preferred payment method is via credit card through our secure booking system. The balance due will be charged to the credit card on file 30 days prior to your tour departure date and a receipt will be emailed at that time.

Should you need to cancel your tour with us more than 30 days prior to your tour departure date, your deposit is fully refundable . Should you need to cancel your tour  within 30 days of your tour departure date, your payment is non-refundable.  We strongly recommend that you purchase third-party travel insurance that will protect you in case of unforeseen cancellations or changes to your travel plans (for suggested travel insurance companies, see  Forbes Advisor ).

Should your tour need to be canceled due to factors beyond our control, including (but not limited to) extreme weather conditions, wildfire, natural disaster, park closure, airline cancellations, or an “Act of God” we are unable to offer a cash refund.

As a small business, we regret that we are rarely able to make exceptions to our cancellation policy.

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Park Rules and the Yellowstone Wild Code of Ethics

As a licensed Commercial Use Permit holder with Yellowstone National Park, we must follow all park rules and regulations. Additionally, as life-long proponents of wildlife and wild places, we will also follow our own ethical wildlife viewing practices. We will take this opportunity to teach you about how we can have the very best viewing and photography opportunities possible without having negative impacts on wildlife by respecting the animals’ space and movements as they go about their lives.

While on tour with Yellowstone Wild LLC, we will observe the following park rules (subject to law enforcement):

• Keep at least 25 yards from all wildlife
• Keep at least 100 yards from wolves and bears
• Avoid remaining near or approaching wildlife, including birds, at any distance that disturbs or displaces the animal.

It is our ethical responsibility as visitors to the park to make sure that our actions do not inflict undue stress or hardship upon the animals that we are observing. Wild animals in a natural setting do not have easy lives, and the last thing we want to do is make their lives any more difficult. Your guide is an expert at reading animal behavior, and the moment that our presence is bothering an animal, we MUST back off until we are no longer disturbing its natural behavior. Failure to promptly respond to your guide’s instructions to back away from wildlife may result in the termination of your tour, subject to the discretion of your guide.

This is where our optics prove invaluable. We use only the finest quality Swarovski and Vortex spotting scopes so that we can thoroughly enjoy our wildlife sightings at a distance that allows the animals to carry on about their business, as if we were not there. In fact, much of the time they probably don’t know we are there, yet our high powered and crystal clear optics give us an up-close and personal view. Furthermore, we must be mindful of any animal feeding on or resting near a carcass. Approaching such an area may drive the animal(s) away and deprive them of valuable food. It is important to remember that a carcass is regularly scavenged upon by any number of other animals, including grizzly bears, who will violently defend such a food source. Approaching such an area is strictly prohibited and can seriously put people and wildlife in danger. Finally, it is important to be mindful of the other park visitors and biologists who may also be observing the same animals. We promote quiet, respectful behavior to maximize everyone’s wild Yellowstone experience.

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Custom Portrait Adventure Photography Package

Yellowstone Wild is proud to partner with Jess at Chocolate Moose Images to offer a unique custom portrait photography package as a special add-on option for your tour.  If you are visiting Yellowstone to celebrate an important milestone in your life (anniversary, birthday, honeymoon or graduation) or are simply on a much-needed family trip, our Portrait Adventure Photography Package is designed to capture your special moment. Jess specializes in classic portraits as well as highly candid photographs in and around Yellowstone National Park. She has a special gift for capturing genuine moments that vividly portray personality and emotion – and in a setting like Yellowstone, personality and emotion shine bright!

Jess will visit with you before your tour to develop a rapport, share ideas with one another and discuss how her photo shoot works. She will then join us on your tour out in the wilds of Yellowstone. She works discretely to capture meaningful moments of you exploring Yellowstone, while also keeping her trained eye open for the perfect Yellowstone-themed backdrop for your portraits. To see a sample of images from a winter tour, please visit the gallery here . If you have more specific questions about how to customize this for your adventure, please reach out to Jess . 

Cost: $689 including a candid session on tour and a slightly more formal session (time to be arranged).

Final products: In total, she’ll spend between 3-5 hours with your family providing around 70 images in an online gallery. Printing services are available and highly encouraged.

Still have questions?  Check out our FAQ’s page!

SEE WHAT OUR GUESTS ARE SAYING!

As an extremely satisfied repeat client who has spent many days in the park with and without several tour guides over the years, I highly recommend Yellowstone Wild. There are many tour companies to choose from when visiting Yellowstone & your research can become a daunting task. But it needn't be. You can stop searching right now and immediately book a tour with Yellowstone Wild. The owner's passion and spirit of providing educational and informative tours with professional, trained, and knowledgeable staff is abundantly clear. My first day this trip was spent with Matt, whose tenacity resulted in us finally catching a glimpse of 2 wolves moving [very quickly] after searching and chasing clues [literally] all day. Matt's listening skills took us on a short walk the led me to a memory that will last my lifetime, but also added a amazing supplemental component to The Wolf Legacy Project. Thank you Matt!!

We had a simply amazing and wonderful day with our guide Laura on our trip to Yellowstone to view nature and wildlife in January. Laura was incredible, with a wonderful, outgoing personality and a deep knowledge of the park, its geology and the wildlife. She continuously amazed us throughout the day with facts and discussions that connected all aspects of what we were seeing. The provisions (coffee, tea, snacks, and lunch) were all top-notch. We saw a multitude of animals including bison, elk, eagles, dippers, pronghorns, (and many others) as well as a lone wolf. The spotting equipment was excellent as well. Cannot recommend this tour highly enough! If you are thinking about booking, you absolutely should!

Rob was an excellent guide. Day following the trip he sent us the videos he took during the trip. Engaged our kids in interesting discussions about the wildlife and Yellowstone. Made it a fun and relaxing trip .

My family used Yellowstone Wild for the second time this week. The experience was great. Our guide Laura was amazing. Very knowledgeable on a range of topics. We all learned an amazing amount. She took great care of us from pick up to drop off. We got to see many different animals. From Big Horn Sheep and Mountain goats to a mountain lion with a recent kill and wolves. Amazing experience. TY

The entire day was so educational and interesting. It was my son's 11th birthday, and it will be a birthday that he never forgets. Seeing wolves in the wild was definitely the highlight, and Tyrene was an amazing guide. She was great with our kids (11 and 10 yo), and we learned so much! I would absolutely recommend visiting Yellowstone in the winter. The lack of crowds was amazing.

Unbelievable!!! We live in Jackson and visit Yellowstone several times a month during the summers. This year, we booked a trip with Yellowstone Wild, and went into the Park in February, looking for wolves. We had seen pretty much everything else, but wolves are so elusive, we needed a little help. Matt did an outstanding job. He was personable, knowledgeable, friendly and a delight to spend the day with. We saw wolves from three different packs, some of which were up close and personal. He even went out of his way to find a great horned owl for me at the end of the trip. Great guy, great trip.

I do not think I would have enjoyed Yellowstone if it were not for Yellowstone Wild. My parents and I had the utmost experience with our personal guide, Tyrene Riedl. She became pretty much family the more time with spent with her. She was always open to answering questions and showing us close encounters with the wildlife. I do not think I would have had it any other way in Yellowstone. Tyrene has made me fall in love with the snowy mountains and I yearn to return to witnessing the wolves play again because of her!

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Dec 16 through Apr 9

Ready for a chance to see a pack of wolves in the wild!?  Join us for an amazing experience in Yellowstone’s winter wonderland as we search for wolves, bison, big horn sheep, eagles, foxes and more! 

This Tour departs from Gardiner, MT  

You’ll explore:

- Mammoth Hot Springs

- the wildlife-rich Lamar Valley

while learning about Yellowstone, its wild residents and share lots of stories and laughs together. 

We’ll observe wildlife in their natural habitat, learn about their world and of course, capture them on your camera. This will be an unforgettable experience…the highlight of your Winter vacation!

7:30am.  6-8-hour Tour

Public Tour Costs   (w/ other guests)

  1-3 people                 $800 total

  Each Add'l person    $100          

Private Tour Costs 

  1-3 people                 $1100 total

  Each Add'l person    $100

- Experienced Local Guide

- Pick up at your Lodging Property or meetings place

- Roomy warm Van with big windows - Morning snack & sack Lunch - Park Entry Fees - Use of Binoculars  & Spotting Scope

- Numerous photo opportunities

Items Needed

- Winter Jacket, Hat, Gloves

- Winter Boots, Camera

Guide gratuity not included

Yellowstone: Winter Wolf Watching

January 28 - February 2, 2024

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Winter brings a wonderland to the Yellowstone landscape and is perhaps the best season of the year to find and observe wolves. Dramatic behavior revs up with competition among packs for territory and within packs for mating opportunities. Among the daily sightings are frosty Bison lumbering by, Bighorn rams gathering on snowy cliff ledges, tall Moose nibbling leafless twigs, and prowling Coyotes pouncing on unsuspecting prey. Be cautioned—participants must be prepared to withstand frigid conditions! Join us for an incredible experience with wolves and other wildlife in the wilds of Yellowstone!

Tour Highlights

• Explore Yellowstone in an exciting new season—winter makes for incredible wildlife viewing
• Travel with wolf experts, ready to share their knowledge with you
• Unpack once and relax at the Absaroka Lodge, right on the Yellowstone River
• Witness fascinating wolf behavior, from hunting, playing, sleeping, and even courting
• Seek out classic western wildlife, including Bison, Pronghorn, Bighorn Sheep, and Elk
• Spend time in the Lamar Valley, so renowned for its abundance of wildlife
• Photograph stunning landscapes under a blanket of sparkling snow

Trip Itinerary

Itineraries are guidelines; variations in itinerary may occur to account for weather, road conditions, closures, etc. and to maximize your experience.

Sun., Jan. 28 : Arrivals in Bozeman

Please plan to arrive at your leisure today into Bozeman. The GranTree Inn offers free shuttle service to/from the airport, and for visiting downtown shops or the famous Museum of the Rockies. Dinner is on your own tonight. Accommodations at Best Western GranTree Inn

Mon., Jan 29 : Yellowstone National Park

You’re met this morning by your guides to transfer to Yellowstone National Park. The route is through the scenic Paradise Valley rimmed with rugged mountain peaks. A lunch stop is planned on route to the park. At Yellowstone, the group visits the famous Roosevelt Arch for a formal arrival to the park, and explores the wildlife-rich winter range of Pronghorn, Elk, and Deer. Check in follows at the Absaroka Lodge in Gardiner. From your room, the views of the Yellowstone River and its rolling hills and snow-clad mountains astound! The Absaroka Lodge features Wi-Fi, cable tv, and balconies in each room overlooking the Yellowstone River. Our evening meal is prepared and served by our chef Zac Kellerman of Zac's Montana Kitchen. Dinner is accompanied by an orientation for the days ahead. Accommodations at Absaroka Lodge (B,L,D)

Tues., Jan. 30 : Yellowstone Wolf & Wildlife Watching

An early morning departure creates our best chances of viewing active wildlife. Wolves are our priority, but many wildlife species are seen along the way. We search the park's northern range for wildlife from Bison to Bears, Badgers to Bald Eagles. Search areas include the Blacktail Plateau, the Slough Creek valley, and the famous wildlife haven, Lamar Valley, for resident wolf packs. Our search teams with rangers, scientists, and the eclectic wolf-watching faithful in a mutual effort to find and observe wildlife. Lunch is at Mammoth Hot Springs, followed by a walk through the terrace boardwalks to experience the amazing travertine hot springs, some of Yellowstone's finest thermal features. An evening presentation accompanies Zac's gourmet dinner at the Track Education Center in Gardiner. Accommodations at Absaroka Lodge (B,L,D)

Wed., Jan. 31 : Yellowstone Wolf & Wildlife Watching

Our schedule is similar to yesterday with the goal to look for multiple wolf packs and make observations of a variety of behaviors and activities (hunting, playing, traveling, feeding, (sleeping!), etc.). This time period is at the beginning of the breeding season for wolves, so courtship behavior may bring exceptional opportunities to view and learn. Lunch is back in Gardiner, followed by an optional short hike. An after-dinner evening session at the center in Gardiner features one of our special guest speakers, to be announced. Past speakers have included Dr. Douglas Smith, film-maker Bob Landis, canine geneticist Dr. Dan Stahler, and other distinguished experts in the field of wolf biology and behavior. Accommodations at Absaroka Lodge (B,L,D)

Thurs., Feb. 1 : Northern Range & Lamar Valley

To maximize our opportunities for viewing wolves, bears, and many other wildlife species we return to the Northern Range and Lamar Valley. Lamar is one of the best areas in the park for wolves, bears, and vast herds of Bison and Elk. The sheer abundance gives this area its well-earned nickname, 'The Serengeti of North America.' Lunch is at the home and photography gallery of Dan and Cindy Hartman, who live in Silver Gate, a small and charming mountain town outside the northeast entrance of the park. They are exceptional naturalists that share their many insights to wildlife in the area. After an afternoon return drive through the park, a final celebration dinner follows with Chef Zac in Gardiner. Accommodations at Absaroka Lodge (B,L,D)

Fri., Feb. 2 : Departures

After breakfast we transport to the Bozeman airport for mid-day airlines departures no earlier than NOON. (B)

Snowy Bison

Great Gray Owl

Snowshoe Hike courtesy of Nathan Varley and Yellowstone Wolf Tracker

Winter Scenic courtesy of Nathan Varley and Yellowstone Wolf Tracker

Winter Hike courtesy of Nathan Varley & Yellowstone Wolf Tracker

Wolf courtesy of Nathan Varley and Yellowstone Wolf Tracker

Winter Scenic

Wolf Pack courtesy of Nathan Varley and Yellowstone Wolf Tracker

Wolf courtesy of Nathan Varley & Yellowstone Wolf Tracker

Winter Yellowstone Scenic

Bison in the snow

Mammoth Hot Springs Winter Yellowstone

Coyote in the snow Yellowstone

Cost of the Journey

Cost of the journey is $2490 DBL / $2750 SGL per person, based on double occupancy. This cost includes: accommodations for 5 nights, all meals as specified in the itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), park entrance and other activity fees for activities for 6 days as described in the itinerary, professional guide services, pre-departure materials, and miscellaneous program expenses. Tour cost does not include: round-trip airfare to and from Bozeman, Montana (BZN). The tour cost does not include items of a personal nature such as laundry, telephone, drinks from the bar, or gratuities for luggage handling or personal services.

Please plan to make air travel plans only after the minimum group size has been met. We will send you a confirmation email as soon as the trip has been confirmed.

Arrival and Departure Airport: Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN)

Arrival Details:  Plan to arrive January 28, at your leisure

Departure Details:  Plan February 2 flights after 12:00 PM

Travel Tip:  If you want to arrive early, Bozeman is a scenic and fun town to explore. The Museum of the Rockies is an excellent introduction to natural and cultural history. The downtown area is trendy with western-themed shops and restaurants, very walkable. The airport is 10 miles from downtown so depending on your interests, you may want to choose a hotel that offers shuttle service to town, choose a downtown hotel, or rent a car. Taxis and Uber are readily available, too.

Hotel Recommendations: 

Top Choice:  Best Western Plus GranTree Inn. Adding a night to our first night tour hotel makes the best use of your added time. The hotel offers a free airport shuttle as well as free shuttle service downtown and to a few other area attractions. If this is your choice, please book this online and give us the confirmation number so that we can submit it when we send our final room list, (the goal being you don’t have to change rooms).

If you prefer to stay adjacent to the airport, we recommend: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Belgrade (406) 388-7100

Splurge and stay downtown at:  Kimpton Armory Hotel Bozeman (406) 551-7700 Element Bozeman (406) 582-4972

Browse below for trip reports and species lists from past versions of this and other tours from this destination.

• Species List
• Trip Report

Yellowstone

Nathan Varley and Linda Thurston met in 1996 working on the Yellowstone Wolf Restoration Project in its earliest stage. Project director Doug Smith takes some credit for matching the two wildlife biologists who married 3 years later. Following their years with the wolf project, they created THE WILD SIDE, LLC for their ecological research and university-level field programs. Over a decade ago, YELLOWSTONE WOLF TRACKER was developed as Yellowstone's premier wildlife guiding service, providing services for hundreds of guests throughout the year, and setting the standard for professional service in the industry today

Other trips with Nathan Varley & Linda Thurston

Essential Information +

This information is important for being prepared for your journey; we want you to have the best experience possible. If you only read one section, this one is key!

Ahead of Your Tour

• Please talk with your doctor about general health needs. It is a good idea to consult with your doctor about general vaccinations recommended for travel.
• Please plan to make air travel plans only after the minimum group size has been met. We will send you a confirmation email as soon as the trip has been confirmed. After you make travel reservations, please send a copy of your travel itinerary to the Naturalist Journeys office at [email protected] .
• Travel insurance in case of serious medical emergency is recommended. Full health coverage and repatriation is available through Allianz Travel Insurance .
• Soft sided luggage/duffel bags are easiest for packing the vans. Remember to pack essential medications in your carry-on luggage, as well as one day of clothing and optics in case of luggage delay.

Health Information

We will share a copy of your health and emergency contact information with your guide. This information will be kept confidential but is very important in case of a medical emergency. In addition to bringing any prescription medications with you, we recommend that you have a copy of the prescriptions in case of loss.

Pace of the Tour & What to Expect

You will receive a Schedule-at-a-Glance and list of hotels (our eContact List) a few weeks before your departure. This will serve as an outline for each day and alert you to any recent changes made in the schedule or to our hotels, if needed.

Our journeys are set up to follow the rhythm of nature. Our focus is on birding and nature; we offer full, well-planned field days and often get up early for that magical time around dawn. We generally follow the published itinerary, but we stay flexible to the weather, wildlife opportunities and the interests of the group. Your guide will keep you apprised of the next day’s schedule at each evening meal, noting what to bring and what to prepare for. Questions and/or concerns are welcome.

The pace of our Naturalist Journeys tours is moderate; to fully participate you should be able to get in and out of vehicles several times a day, and walk 1-3 miles over uneven terrain . It is important to participate with a flexible attitude as adjustments may be made in our schedule to make the most of our time in the field or for other purposes at your guide's discretion. We are not a “listing” bird company that drills down on target species, but at times we do wait for those special species unique to the places we visit. During the day, we take time to stop for photos and for educational opportunities to learn about conservation projects, landscapes, and geology. We appreciate other taxa as well as birds, with mammals often the biggest draw but plants and butterflies are also very popular. Our clients often lend their own expertise to the mix.  

We like to make meals a fun and memorable part of the experience, too. Breakfasts are often at hotels, and we carry snacks, fruit, and water in the vans each day. Lunches are a mix of picnics in the field (weather dependent) and a chance to dine with locals at small cafes and restaurants. For dinner, we pride ourselves in our homework to keep up with the best choices for dining, choosing restaurants with atmosphere that specialize in local foods. On occasion we keep dinner simple to go back out in the field for sunset wildlife viewing or night walks. In some remote locations, our choices are limited. If you are tired, room service for dinner may be an option you can choose.

Food & Drink

We carry water and juices/cold drinks in the cooler each day, and sodas if people like them. Please also plan on bringing and filling your water bottle for hiking each day. We try to use as few plastics as possible!

Packing, Clothing & Laundry

Soft sided luggage/duffel bags are easiest for packing the vans. Please pack essential medications in your carry-on luggage, as well as one day of clothing and optics in case of luggage delay.

Dress is informal and is casual even at restaurants. Layering is a great way to stay comfortable. Protective clothing is essential, whether it be from sun, rain, cold, insects, or vegetation. You need closed toe shoes, and wear comfortable walking shoes with good tread. Hiking boots with good support for hiking and on rocky terrain can work well.

Spending Money

Many people ask how much to plan to bring as spending money. Part of that depends on how much you want to shop. Most shops will take VISA and MasterCard or American Express. Typical items people purchase include local souvenirs and T-shirts, caps, and natural history books.   You may want to bring cash for drinks with dinner (if available) or smaller local purchases.

Expect the normal tipping protocol to apply for hotel maids and bar service. If at the end of the tour, you would like to show your appreciation to your guides, tipping is entirely appropriate but at your discretion. We hope that you will be pleased with all professional services. Gratuities for group meals are included. For your birding tour guide, we suggest $10-$15 per day per guest. Note that if there is more than one guide, this amount can be split among them.

Cell Phones & Internet Service

Wi-Fi and cell phone service are available in most US destinations, although there are some exceptions in remote locations. Wi-Fi is generally provided in all hotels, lodges, and restaurants you visit, at least in public areas. Please refrain from taking or making cell phone calls in the vehicles when traveling with other passengers unless it appears to be an emergency as this disrupts other guests – please plan cell phone calls on your own time.

Smoking is not permitted in any vehicle or in any situation where the group is participating in an activity together, such as a vehicle excursion or a guided walk. Please respect all designated smoking areas at hotels and restaurants.

Transportation

For this tour, your guides will drive travelers in either full-size or mini-vans or a combination of those two. We ask all attendees to please rotate your seating, so you ride with different drivers and alternate between front and back seats.

Photo Release & Sharing

We take many group photos and will share photos with the group. And after your tour, we will organize a chance to share photos via Dropbox or Google Photos. Please note that this is our policy and if you prefer to be excluded, we need to know ahead of your tour.

By registering for this tour, you agree to grant to Naturalist Journeys and its authorized representatives permission to record photos and/or video of your participation in the tour. You further agree that any or all of the material photographed may be used, in any form, as part of any future publications, brochures, or other printed materials used to promote Naturalist Journeys, and further that such use shall be without payment of fees, royalties, special credit or other compensation.

Please contact Naturalist Journeys by email at [email protected] or telephone our office: (520) 558-1146 or toll free: (866) 900-1146 if you have any questions. Many thanks for traveling with us and we hope you enjoy your journey.

Packing List +

Please pack light.

Soft luggage is much easier for us to pack than a more rigid hard sided piece, so if you have the choice, please use your soft luggage. Be sure to have your name and address on the inside of the bag, as well as on the luggage tag on the handle. It is our hope that you can pack in one checked suitcase that does not exceed 45 pounds. Be sure to pack your personal medication, airline tickets, passport, binoculars, camera, and other essential items in your carry-on bag. You will want a day pack for field trips, so this is an ideal carry-on. Please reconfirm your airline’s baggage weight and size restrictions about a week or so before departure.

Winter temperatures in Yellowstone can range from the high 30’s to 20 or more degrees below zero. It is important to have the right clothing to stay comfortable.

Important Footwear Advice from our Operator:

Insulated boots will be important, because toes can easily get cold while standing and watching wolves! Make sure they are comfortable, and large enough for a pair of heavy warm socks. Tight boots will cause painfully cold feet. Allow for some toe-room. Hiking boots, work boots, or sneakers won’t have enough insulation against the cold.

Winter boots are probably the most important piece of equipment for winter events. Conversely, the most common complaint for winter programs is cold feet. The usual winter recreation footwear is for exercising and not for themore sedentary activity of watching wildlife. Indeed, the standing around that is required for spotting and viewing often requires long spells of limited physical activity in cold weather. While we attempt to buffer against the cold by offering air-activated toe warmer heat pads, insulated pads to stand on, and shelter in the heated vehicles, these may still be insufficient when coupled withpoor footwear.

The boot needs to be insulated, roomy, and elevated off of the ground by a thick sole. Wool or synthetic socks should be worn in combination, but not to the point of a tight fit. Roominess is much, much better than adding more socks to the point of a tight fit.

Baffin (guide’s choice), Sorrel, LL Bean, and several other companies have varieties that work well. Boots can be rated for a certain temperature, which corresponds to the air temperature at which water freezes inside the boot. SO, it does not mean the air temperature at which your feet will remain comfortable. For example, guides often wear boots like Baffin models that are rated to-100F degrees! Pads and toe warmers are not necessary with these boots—they really work. A lesser rating may be perfectly suitable, but aim for a Negative Number (F) rating. This indicates hiking boots, XC ski boots, etc., are probably going to be insufficient or will work for only short periods of time, which limits one’s enjoyment of the activity. Winter boots like Uggs are stylish but lack real insulation value to be effective. The bus is always a safe zone for those that do get chilled, but it is not an ideal location for any sightings that may be occurring.

Good boots can often be purchased for $100-$200 new. Many guests from warm climate areas may be understandably hesitant to invest in such boots. Consider looking for used pairs at second-hand sporting good stores and thrift stores, or borrowing suitable boots from friends. One can try cheaper varieties of boots for these short duration programs, but with possible mild suffering built in to the decision. These guidelines have developed for winter programs after many, many winters in Yellowstone and addressing a lot of guests complaining of cold feet. Lastly, if your local stores do not carry these boots,consider ordering them online and shipping them to us. For USPS mail c/o Yellowstone Wolf Tracker, PO Box 769, Gardiner, MT 95030. The physical address is 404 Water Street if shipping by Fedex or UPS.

Clothing & Gear

• Long underwear top and bottom made from synthetic materials like polypropylene or light fleece; multiple layers are ideal
• Personal under clothing and sleepwear
• Socks, several pairs (wool or synthetic insulated socks, a thin polypropylene liner can be worn as a first layer)
• Warm jacket that protects from both wind and water; a bulky down parka is advised
• Outer pants, either a good pair of insulated snow pants or (2) fleece pants or expedition-weight layers under a water-resistant shell, or (3) wool pants with long underwear.
• Insulated boots
• Sweater, fleece or down vest (great for layering under your jacket, ideally bring more than one the be versatile with changing conditions)
• Warm hat that covers your ears, wool or synthetic
• Brimmed hat for bright, sunny days
• Neck gaiter and/or scarf, can be used to protect neck and face when it is windy and cold. 
• Gloves, 2 pairs, consider a pair of insulated mittens with a shell; an additional thin glove liner is useful for operating cameras
• Comfortable clothes for evening (long sleeve shirts and long pants, 2-3)
• Bathing suit (optional; there may be an optional visit to soak in a hot springs)

Equipment & Miscellaneous

• E- ticket confirmation & identification
• Passport for our international travelers
• National Park pass if you have one (not required but can expedite entry)
• Spotting scope (optional - guide will bring multiple scopes)
• Camera and extra batteries, film, lens cleaning supplies, and your instruction manual (optional)
• Cell phone and charger
• Daypack or fanny pack for carrying your field gear, adequate to hold your lunch if hiking
• Water bottle
• Sunscreen/lip balm with high SPF
• Small flashlight with fresh batteries
• Alarm clock, or use your cell phone
• Notebook or journal and pen (optional)
• Field guides (optional)
• Earplugs (optional; hotel noise may bother you)
• Rechargeable power bank (optional)

WE DO NOT RECOMMEND TRAVELING WITH PRECIOUS OR VALUABLE JEWELRY – don’t tempt anyone and don’t bring things you’d regret losing - your mind will be at ease!

Medical & First Aid Items

• Personal medications
• Motion sickness preventatives if likely to be needed on bus, van, etc.
• Personal first aid kit and medications for general ailments (including band-aids, moleskin, etc. for blisters)
• Copies of prescriptions for vital medications and eyeglasses, as well as any medical alerts
• Insurance information
• Extra pair of eyeglasses or contacts
• Small tube of hand sanitizer

Suggested Reading List +

There are many titles of interest for Yellowstone and the wolf reintroduction project there; the following are a few that we have enjoyed that can get you started. 

Merlin App . A phone-based birding app from Cornell University Laboratory of Ornithology. You can download it here .

Field Guide to the Birds of North America

General Reading

Yellowstone, A Visitor’s Companion

A Guide to Exploring Grand Teton National Park

Fodor’s Compass American Guides: Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks

Yellowstone, The Official Guide

A Week in Yellowstone's Thorofare: A Journey Through the Remotest Place Yellowstone: A Journey Through America's Wild Heart

Yellowstone Treasures: The Traveler’s Companion to the National Park

Field Guides

National Audubon Society Field Guide to Rocky Mountain States

Nature Guide to Yellowstone National Park

Sibley Guide to Birds

Birds of Yellowstone: A Practical Habitat Guide to the Birds of Yellowstone National Park--and Where to Find Them

Birds of Montana Finding the Birds of Jackson Hole: A Bird Finding Guide

Field Guide to Hawks of North America Birds of Wyoming: Field Guide

Wildlife & Nature

Yellowstone’s Birds: Diversity and Abundance in the World’s First National Park

Sagebrush Country: A Wildflower Sanctuary

Plants of Yellowstone and Grand Teton

A Field Guide to Butterflies of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem

Butterflies of Grand Teton & Yellowstone National Parks

Kaufman Field Guide to Butterflies of North America

Dragonflies and Damselflies of the West Peterson Field Guide to Mammals of North America

Wolf Titles

Yellowstone Wolves: Science and Discovery in the World’s First National Park

The Alpha Wolves of Yellowstone 4 book series:

The Rise of Wolf 8 , The Reign of Wolf 21 , The Redemption of Wolf 302 , and The Alpha Female Wolf

Yellowstone Wolves in the Wild

A Society of Wolves

DVD: Wolves – A Legend Returns to Yellowstone

Bears & Mammals of Yellowstone

Yellowstone Bears in the Wild

Track of the Grizzly

A Field Guide to Mammal Tracking in North America

Natural History

Roadside Geology of Yellowstone Country

The Return of the Wolf to Yellowstone

Mule Deer Country

History & Culture

Roadside History of Yellowstone Travel Guide

Before Yellowstone: Native American Archaeology in the National Park

Empire of Shadows: The Epic Story of Yellowstone

Memoir/Non-Fiction

Yellowstone has Teeth: A Memoir of Living in Yellowstone

Wild Rescues: A Paramedic’s Extreme Adventures in Yosemite, Yellowstone and Grand Teton

Your guide will also have a selection of reference books and materials to share. As an Amazon Associate, Naturalist Journeys earns from qualifying purchases, and may get commissions for purchases made through links on this page at no added cost to you.

Useful Links +

Bozeman, Montana

• https://www.visitmt.com/places-to-go/cities-and-towns/bozeman

Museum of the Rockies

• https://museumoftherockies.org/

Nature, Wildlife & Biology

Yellowstone’s Gray Wolf

• https://www.nps.gov/yell/learn/nature/wolves.htm

Yellowstone Video Feature - The Wolf Generation (10-minute film)

• https://www.nps.gov/yell/learn/photosmultimedia/yell-indepth-episode-4.htm

National Geographic Video – Wolves of Yellowstone

• https://education.nationalgeographic.org/resource/wolves-yellowstone/

Wildlife of Yellowstone

• https://www.nps.gov/yell/learn/nature/wildlife.htm

Birds of Yellowstone

• https://www.nps.gov/yell/learn/nature/birds.htm

Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem

• https://www.nps.gov/yell/learn/nature/greater-yellowstone-ecosystem.htm

Grizzly Bear Recovery Program – Grizzly Bear Biology

https://www.umt.edu/grizzly-bear-recovery/grizzly-bears/biology.php

Conservation, Parks & Reserves

National Park Service – Yellowstone

• https://www.nps.gov/yell/index.htm

Yellowstone Science - Publication devoted to Yellowstone’s natural and cultural resources

• https://www.nps.gov/subjects/yellowstonescience/index.htm

National Park Services Yellowstone National Park App

• https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/app.htm ( NOTE: Be sure to download the app before you arrive in Yellowstone as cell service and Wi-Fi are limited in the park)

National Park Service Video – Yellowstone InDepth: The Northern Range

• https://www.nps.gov/yell/learn/photosmultimedia/indepth-northrange.htm

Yellowstone Forever - Funded Projects

• https://www.yellowstone.org/experience/projects-we-fund/

Geology & Geography

US Geological Society – Geology and History of Yellowstone

• https://www.usgs.gov/volcanoes/yellowstone/geology-and-history

Geography Overview

• https://www.geographyrealm.com/geography-facts-about-yellowstone-national-park/

NPS Geodiversity Atlas – Yellowstone

• https://www.nps.gov/articles/nps-geodiversity-atlas-yellowstone-national-park-wyoming-montana-and-idaho.htm

Yellowstone Geysers

• https://www.nps.gov/yell/learn/nature/geysers.htm

PBS Brief History of Yellowstone National Park

• https://www.pbs.org/kenburns/the-national-parks/yellowstone

Historic and Associated Tribes of Yellowstone

• https://www.nps.gov/yell/learn/historyculture/historic-tribes.htm
• https://www.nps.gov/yell/learn/historyculture/associatedtribes.htm

Helpful Travel Websites

Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN)

• https://bozemanairport.com/

Homeland Security Real ID Act

• https://www.dhs.gov/real-id

Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

• https://www.tsa.gov

ATM Locator

• https://www.visa.com/atmlocator/
• https://www.mastercard.us/en-us/personal/get-support/find-nearest-atm.html

Time and Date

• https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/usa/bozeman

Photo credits: Banners: Wolf Pack (courtesy of Nathan Farley & Yellowstone Wolf Tracker), Yellowstone Winter Scenic (NJ Stock), Winter Bison (NJ Stock), Yellowstone Scenic (NJ Stock), Gray Wolf (courtesy of Nathan Farley & Yellowstone Wolf Tracker), Winter Hike (courtesy of Nathan Farley & Yellowstone Wolf Tracker) Thumbnails: Wolf (courtesy of Nathan Farley & Yellowstone Wolf Tracker), Hairy Woodpecker (NJ Stock), Pronghorn (NJ Stock), Tundra Swan (NJ Stock)

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To make your package reservation online, complete this form or call us at 307-344-7311.

Learn About Wolves in Yellowstone

The Winter Wolf Discovery Lodging & Learning package focuses on learning about wolves and other exciting wildlife, along Yellowstone’s famous northern range. Winter is prime time to view wolves in Yellowstone, and this package is designed to take advantage of this rare opportunity. A Yellowstone Forever field educator will share up-to-date information about Yellowstone wolf biology, behavior, and ecology throughout daily outings. Each evening, participants will return to their comfortable accommodations at the Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel. Participants will likely encounter many other wildlife species during daily outings, where field educators will discuss the role these other species play in the ecosystem in relation to wolves.

Most sightings of wildlife occur at a distance; the field educator will provide high-powered spotting scopes and binoculars for group use.

Activity Level – Hikes on snow-packed trails, or snowshoe or ski trips, up to 3 miles per day with climbs up to 250 feet.

Lodging & Learning programs are offered in partnership with  Yellowstone Forever .

Package Includes:

• Four nights lodging at the Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel
• Four breakfasts, three lunches, and one dinner
• Expert instruction provided by Yellowstone Forever Field Educator
• In-park transportation for field trips and to lodging sites
• One welcome gift per person
• One Snow Card discount card per person good for an additional 10% discounts on select gift shop items, tours, rentals and meals (except designated special events.)

Download the Winter Wolf Discovery Itinerary

• Day 1 - Welcome & Orientation
• Day 2 thru 4 - Wildlife Watching & Habitat Exploration
• Day 5 - Departure

Participants are welcome to check into the Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel beginning at 4:00 p.m. After checking in, guests will meet a Yellowstone Forever field educator for an orientation. Education staff will go over the program itinerary, discuss clothing and equipment needed for daily outings, and answer any questions participants may have. After the orientation, guests will have dinner at the Mammoth Hot Springs Dining Room.

• Dinner at Mammoth Hotel Dining Room
• Overnight at Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel

Each day begins early to catch morning wildlife activity. After viewing wildlife, participants will be led on a short snowshoe hike in search of tracks and signs while discussing ecology, behavior, recent research, and management. Guests are responsible for dinner on their own and will be spending the night at the Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel.

• Hot beverages and box breakfast in the field
• Deli lunch in the field

Enjoy breakfast at Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel Dining Room before checking out by 11:00 am.

Each session is limited to a maximum of 13 participants. A minimum of 4 participants is required for session to operate. Participants will be advised no later than 30 days prior to package start date if package minimum is not met. Minimum age to participate is 12 years old.

Airport Shuttle from Bozeman-Yellowstone International Airport We offer a daily shuttle (winter season only) from the Bozeman Airport to/from Yellowstone. You can reserve your seat(s) when making your lodging reservations by phone. More information is located here , or ask the reservations agent when you call to book your stay. Please note: NPS entrance fee is not included in the price. Guests who are booked on one of our winter packages receive a 10% discount rate of $93 for adults (12 and older).

Terms & Conditions *Rates include taxes, fees and gratuity. (Exception: The NPS Entrance fee is not included and Lodging & Learning packages do not include gratuity for Yellowstone Forever Field Educator and are at the discretion of the participants.) Rates, taxes and fees subject to change and based on approved local, state, and NPS fees at the time of the session date. Rates higher during Christmas/New Year’s holiday season. Package is available select Wednesdays and Sundays starting December 15, 2024 with the last session starting February 26, 2025.

What guests are saying...

“We had a wonderful time! We’ve been on enough animal-based adventures that we know there are never any guarantees. Sam did an incredible job trying to make sure we all saw what we wanted to see and made the educational part engaging and thorough. Would definitely recommend YF to anyone else looking for a similar adventure.” – John & Linda, NY

“Sam was definitely a highlight: he was very knowledgeable and engaging. Watching all the animals – not just the wolves – and seeing the beauty of Yellowstone in the winter was great, and we very much enjoyed the snowshoe hikes, too. The relative lack of crowds was a bonus.” – Janet, MA

“Certainly the wildlife sightings were top-notch. We’ve been on African wildlife watching safaris multiple times and Yellowstone N.P. provides the same incredible opportunities. We’ve typically avoided guided excursions in the past, but this was the perfect blend of education, wildlife watching, and activity (snowshoeing). Sam, our program guide, provided numerous details about the wolves–their biology, behavior, and individual life histories–that greatly enriched our viewing experience.” – Scott, FL

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Yellowstone Wildlife Watching

Nowhere in the lower 48 states is there a greater diversity and abundance of wildlife (big and small) than Yellowstone National Park and the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Every day afield in Yellowstone represents an opportunity for exciting sightings ranging from the big (grizzly bears, wolves, bison, elk, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, moose) to the small (raptors, songbirds, coyotes, fox, otter, beaver, Mustelids, marmots) and more. Though specializing in wolves, our guide service and programs take full advantage of opportunities to see all of Yellowstone’s wildlife. We always know the current opportunities and the best places to enhance our chances of securing memorable sightings. One of the advantages of our privately guided wildlife tours is our ability to customize each tour to fit the goals, hopes and interests of each individual party. We provide high-quality optics—essential for Wildlife observation in Yellowstone

To learn more about our privately guided day trips and full vacation packages click the links below.

Wolf Watching Guide Service Yellowstone Vacation Packages

For questions or to make arrangements, please email us at [email protected] .

The Wild Side, LLC DBA Yellowstone Wolf Tracker

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A tour guide in Yellowstone National Park this week captured extraordinary footage showing a tiny wolf pup emerging from a den to find itself face-to-face with a bull elk.

“At just a month old, this was likely the first time the young wolf had ever seen an animal of this size,” Yellowstone Wolf Tracker explained via Instagram . “The two shared a quick glance that seemed to make time stand still.” (See video below.)

The description continued, “This moment, although short-lived, made us onlookers ponder questions regarding what the future might hold for the young wolf.

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The footage is grainy because it was captured, by Michael Sypniewski, through a spotting scope from a distance of 3/4 of a mile.

Leo Leckie, spokesman for Yellowstone Wolf Tracker, told FTW Outdoors that the pup belongs to the Junction Butte Pack in the park’s northern range.

The Junction Butte wolves “have become skilled bison hunters over the years,” Leckie added.

Yellowstone wolves also prey on elk, deer, and smaller mammals.

Wolf pups are born in early spring. They typically begin to emerge from dens at 10-14 days, according to the park . They stay at the den site for up to 10 weeks.

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Lena, our guide in Moscow was excellent. She was very knowledgable and could answer any question we had for her. We liked that she could pick up on our interests and take us places we might not have thought of to go. When we realized that one of the places we had chosen to see would probably not be that interesting to us, she was able to arrange entry to the Diamond Fund and the Armoury for us. Riding the Metro with Lena was a real adventure and a lot of fun. In Saint Petersburg we found Anna well versed in the history of the Tsars and in the Hermitage collection. Arkady in Veliky Novgorod was a very good guide and answered all of our questions with ease. Novgorod was perhaps a long way to go for a day trip, but we did enjoy it. Vasily was a great driver to have and kept us safe with good humour and skill. We enjoyed ourselves so much, my daughter says she is already planning to return. We would both have no hesistation to recommend ExpresstoRussia to anyone we know.

Just wanted to let you know that My grandson Bruno and I couldn´t have been more pleased with our week in Moscow (6/15 - 6/21). We were absolutely enchanted with the whole experience, including getting lost a couple of times in the Metro during our free time. Although both our guides (both Eleanas) were excellent, I would particularly commend the first one (she took us to the Tatiakov, the KGB tour, and to that beautiful cemetery where so many great Russian artists, authors, composers, musicians, militarists, and politicians are buried). Her knowledge is encyclopedic; and her understanding of today´s Russia as a product of its past was, for us, truly enlightening. I will be taking another tour in Russia, with my wife, within the next two or three years. I will be in touch with you when the time comes. Meanwhile, I will refer you to other potential visitors to Russia as I meet them.

Tours to Moscow

Our Moscow tours are land only meaning that you arrange your own air travel to Russia and our expert staff meets you at the airport and handles everything else from there. Our online Airline Ticket booking system offers some of the most competitive rates to Russia available on the web so if you need tickets, please visit our Russian air ticket center . Rest assured that you will be taken great care of on one of our Moscow tours. Express to Russia has a fully staffed office in Moscow that will help to make your visit fun, informative and unforgettable. Please remember that of all these tours are private and can be adjusted to your taste. You can add, replace or skip some sights; you can add more days to the package or cut the tour short. Our specialists will be glad to help you create the tour of your dreams!

Moscow, a City Like No Other

Moscow is Russia’s largest city with a population of between 12 and 13 million. It is also Europe’s largest city and when you visit Moscow, you can feel it. The layout and architecture of the city is eclectic, ranging from crooked, ancient streets and alleyways to wide, bustling boulevards, from medieval churches to Stalin skyscrapers and to modern, glass buildings towering over everything and of course in the center of it all is the Kremlin and the magnificent Red Square. Moscow is also home to a fantastic, efficient and very beautiful metro system – each station having its own special design. In fact, Express to Russia’s Moscow metro tours and excursions are some of our most popular attractions that we offer. On our Moscow tours, you will see this and more.

Moscow Tours centering on Russian History

Moscow has a long and interesting history and has been the capital of Russia in many of its different iterations – capital of the Grand Duchy of Moscow , the Russian Empire and of course the Soviet Union (who could ever forget the Soviet Union?). Moscow, was founded in the 12th century by Prince Yuri Dolgaruki (Yuri of the long arms – he really did have long arms!). From that time on, it was home to the Russian Tsars until Peter the Great moved the capital to St. Petersburg in 1703. The city has survived invasions and sieges from the Mongols, the Tartars, the Poles, Lithuanians and Napoleon but has always persevered. Our Moscow tours will enlighten you on this great history and give you insights into Muscovites and their unique culture. Our Moscow tours show you what the city is like today but also brings to life the past. Moscow never seems to sleep and is bursting with energy. A Moscow tour with Express to Russia is truly the best way of getting to know Russia’s largest and most vibrant city.

Frequently Asked Questions From Our Travelers

What is the best time to visit moscow.

Any time of year is fine depending on what you plan to do. Summertime is pleasantly warm, ideal for exploring the city and its vibrant atmosphere, but Moscow will be much busier and accommodation is more expensive. Winter can be quite cold but beautiful nonetheless, and this is unproblematic if you intend to spend most of your trip in museums and galleries. There are also various festivals and events organised throughout the year. For more information about the best time to visit, read our guide

How many days are enough in Moscow?

If you plan your itinerary strategically and aren’t averse to a packed schedule, you can cover Moscow’s main sights over a long weekend. Most popular attractions are in the city centre, and the Moscow Metro allows you to cover much ground in a small amount of time. Ensure that your accommodation is fairly central and book tickets in advance, so that you can make the most of your days. For an informative and well-organised day out, check out our Moscow day tours with options to suit all interests.

Do they speak English in Moscow?

As Russia’s capital city, tourists are well accommodated in Moscow. There should be English-speaking staff in restaurants, bars, hotels, shops and attractions in tourist hotspots, and there are also English-speaking tourist police. Transport services have English translations on their maps and English announcements via intercom; alternatively, order taxis from the Yandex Taxi app (Russian Uber), though it’s unlikely that your taxi driver will speak English. If you get stuck and cannot communicate, it’s fine to use Google Translate.

Is it safe to travel to Moscow?

It is no less safe to travel to Moscow than to any European city if you exercise common sense and look after your belongings. As with every city some regions can be more unsavoury than others, but no tourist attractions are located there. The traffic in Moscow is notorious, so exercise caution when crossing roads. Do not take unlicensed taxis; book in advance or take public transport, which is widespread and perfectly safe. If you encounter any problems, look for the special tourist police who can help you. For more information, read our guide about staying safe in Russia .

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City Sightseeing Moscow: Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour

Activity schedule, key highlights.

• Inclusions & Exclusions

24 hours and 48 hours (take your pick)

10am to 6pm

• Meeting Point Moscow Hop On, Hop Off Tour: You may hop on the bus at any stop. The voucher can be exchanged at any of the stops directly with the driver.

You may hop off the bus at any stop

• See all of Moscow from the UNESCO World Heritage Site Red Square to the Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts
• The routes and stops take you to the most popular attractions of Moscow
• Choose between 24-hour or 48-hour hop-on, hop-off bus tour and explore Moscow at your own pace
• Hop on and off at any of the well-placed stops and see attractions of your choice
• Enjoy a complimentary walking tour and visit attractions like Kazan Cathedral, Red Square, Lenin’s Mausoleum & more!
• Audio commentary in multiple languages ensures that you don’t miss a thing!
• Both printed and smartphone vouchers accepted!

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Explore this bustling city comfortably aboard a hop-on hop-off bus with a 24-hour/48-hour hop-on, hop-off bus tour. With strategic routes and stops across the city, you have easy access to all the popular attractions of Moscow. Enjoy a FREE walking tour with your Moscow hop-on, hop-off ticket.

MAJOR ATTRACTIONS COVERED

• Alexander Garden at Mokhovaya St.
• Okhotny Ryad
• Big Moskvoretsky Bridge
• Arbatskaya Sq.
• Estrada Theatre
• Big Stone Bridge
• Lubyanka Square

About the Supplier: City Sightseeing is one of the leading tour operators offering hop-on, hop-off services across 100 locations worldwide. They have been providing quality services since 1998.

• 24-hour/48-hour hop-on, hop-off bus tour (if 'Bus tour only' option chosen)
• Commentary in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, Arabic, Farsi
• Free walking tour
• Entrances, unless specified

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Please note.

Voucher information: You can show your voucher on your smartphone (But if you’d rather print a copy – that’s fine too!)

Validity: 12 months from the date chosen at the time of booking

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes

Moscow is a functioning city and weather, traffic and events may occasionally cause disruption.

Timings and stops are subject to change.

The boat ticket is for single use only. Boat tour is available from May to October.

Customer Reviews

Oleksandra dokan.

Best way to see any new city . City is very clean and beautiful .

Fabulous. Easy to use and great informative audio guide. Great guide stopping off at the sights you want to see

The walk tour was great. Will recommend it to everyone

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Hop On Hop Off Moscow - Bus Tours

Enjoy Moscow sightseeing at your own pace and explore the dynamic Russian capital on value-for-money Moscow hop-on, hop-off tours. Explore the charming city on double-decker buses with multiple routes covering popular Moscow attractions. Enjoy marathon sightseeing and discover the city at your own pace on a fun and flexible City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off Moscow bus tour that takes you around the city while providing an informative commentary on the buses about the points of interest. So, what are you waiting for? Start booking!

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Experience Moscow in Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours

The capital city of Russia, Moscow is home to the largest number of billionaires in the world. The city is the key political and socio-economic center of Russia and was named after the river Moskova. The city boasts a rich history spanning over eight centuries and is home to numerous UNESCO World Heritage sites. Arbat street in Moscow is over 500 years old. With over 6 million passengers using the metro every day, Moscow’s metro is among the busiest in the world.

A hop-on hop-off Moscow bus tour aboard the double-decker buses is the easiest and most convenient way of sightseeing around this busy city. You can pick 48 hr ticket option to see the entire city at your own pace. The engaging commentary and complimentary walking tour work like icing on the cake. Make sure to book early and try an add-on boat tour to make the most of your itinerary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: what is the best time to book a moscow hop-on hop-off tour.

March to May is the best time to plan a visit to Moscow. The days are long with significant sunshine which makes this time ideal for exploring the city. January is the coldest month so make sure to avoid it if you have a low tolerance for chilly weather. However, you will be able to score some good deals on airfare and accommodation during this time.

Q: How does it work?

Moscow bus tour offers you the convenience and flexibility to get off at the nearest designated stop. No tour guide, you set your own itinerary. You’ll find all the stops are located strategically at all the major attractions, making your touring as hassle-free as possible. And then, when you’re ready to continue, return to a designated bus stop, show your pass, and hop back on the bus and onwards towards your next attraction. So, go ahead and make a whole loop of the route once you have your tour ticket, get familiar with the city and pick out your favorite places to visit and then return to them during your stay.

Q: How many days are enough to explore Moscow?

We recommend at least two to three days to explore Moscow at a relaxed pace and cover most of its prominent attractions while enjoying shopping and local cuisine.

Q: What is the validity of the ticket?

There are several ticket options available to you, depending on your length of stay. Each bus tour will have validity from 24, 36, 48 to 72 hours. And the great thing is you can plan ahead as the vouchers are valid anywhere between 6 months to 1 year and can be used at any point during that period. Check the product page or bus tour operator for complete details.

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You can visit the relevant product page and check the Useful Downloads section to find the latest information as routes, stops, and timings change frequently.

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