Yellowstone Winter Wolves & Wildlife Tours
At a glance...
Duration: 6-8 hours, December - March
Starting Location: our Yellowstone Winter Wolf and Wildlife Tours depart from Gardiner, MT or Mammoth Hot Springs.
Best for: All ages, up to 6 in your private group. Inquire about step-ons and Custom Educational Group Tour options.
The details...
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We generally depart before dawn for the best chances to view Yellowstone's wolves, along with moose, bison, elk, bighorn sheep, and many other species both large and small.
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We will tour the northern part of Yellowstone, including Mammoth Hot Springs and Lamar Valley, on the only plowed roads in the park.
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This is primarily a road-based tour, suitable for all abilities, and can scale it to be age appropriate.
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While the bears may be hibernating, wolves are at their strongest and most visible.
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Observe and learn about the unique adaptations our wildlife has evolved to endure a long winter, and how to read the landscape by the signs Yellowstone's wildlife leave behind.
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While showing you how and where to look for the continent's most sought-after wildlife, we also discuss geology, human history, management, and more for a textured view of the world's first national park. Our guides love questions! We excel at creating context for the importance of the most intact ecosystem in the temperate world.
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You will find an appreciation for the resilience of Yellowstone's wildlife, for the stunning views and for the quiet. If fewer crowds and otherworldly landscapes are on your list, winter is your season!
Included:
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Expert interpretation from your personal, private guide
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Door-to-door transportation from Gardiner, MT or Mammoth Hot Springs
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Continental breakfast and hearty snacks
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Hand and toe warmers
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Hot and cold beverages
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Quality spotting scopes
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Binoculars for everyone
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A water carafe from which to refill your personal water bottle
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We always carry a first aid kit.
What to bring:
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National Park Service entrance fee or pass
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Reusable water bottles (we always have extras for you, but love to reduce single-use plastic.)
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A heartier lunch if you prefer more than the continental breakfasts and snacks we offer. We will provide a cooler.
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Bring layers: non-cotton clothing, long underwear, snowpants, extra socks, puffy jacket, waterproof shell, mittens, winter hat, and snowboots.
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Camera and extra batteries
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Anything else to make you comfortable and safe (i.e. sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm, personal medications, inhaler, etc.)
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Guide gratuity