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Yellowstone Upper Loop Safari Tour - West Yellowstone, MT

Guided wildlife and nature safari on Yellowstone's northern range and Upper Loop with scopes and binoculars

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Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 9 hours - 10 hours
Service animals welcome

This experience explores the northern range of Yellowstone National Park and the park’s 'Upper Loop', known for its wide-open landscapes and wildlife activity. Called the Wildlife and Nature Safari, the outing focuses on taking in Yellowstone’s scenery while looking for animals and natural sights as you move through these iconic areas.

Along the way you will have extended time for wildlife spotting and a strong emphasis on observation. The trip gives you some of the best opportunities to see wildlife in Yellowstone, and you may encounter a variety of species depending on season and conditions. You will be able to sit back and take in the views with us, while staff use scopes and binoculars to help point out animals and details that are harder to see at a distance. The emphasis is on slow, attentive viewing of both animals and the park’s landscapes rather than a fast-paced itinerary.

Why Visit

  • Wildlife and Nature Safari guided with extended spotting using scopes and binoculars
  • Northern range and Upper Loop route through Yellowstone's prime viewing areas
  • Abundant wildlife viewing opportunities featured across varied landscapes

What's included

  • Ham, turkey, roast beef or veggie sandwich
  • Bottled water
  • Binoculars and spotting scope
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Park entry fees
    • Gratuities

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to strollers
    • Service animals welcome
    • Infants must sit on an adult's lap

    Tour available in your selected language

    English

    Additional information

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    We pick up at all hotels in West Yellowstone, MT at 7am and at a central meeting point (The Wilson Hotel) in Big Sky at 6am. If you are coming from outside city limits you can meet us at The Wilson Hotel or West Yellowstone Visitor Center at 7am.

    Not wheelchair accessible

    Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

    Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.

    You must be 18 years or older to book. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

    Operated by CoveredGround Tours

    Location

    Departure point

    Residence Inn by Marriott Big Sky/The Wilson Hotel, Town Center Ave 145, Big Sky, MT, 59716
    We meet at The Wilson Hotel at 6am in Big Sky MT

    Departure point

    West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center & Chamber of Commerce, Yellowstone Ave 30, West Yellowstone, MT, 59758
    Parking lot of West Yellowstone Visitor Center at 7am or we will pick you up at your hotel.

    End point

    Residence Inn by Marriott Big Sky/The Wilson Hotel, Town Center Ave 145, Big Sky, MT, 59716

    End point

    West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center & Chamber of Commerce, Yellowstone Ave 30, West Yellowstone, MT, 59758

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