Experience a magical winter journey through Yellowstone National Park and the famed Lamar Valley, known as the American Serengeti.
Led by guides with decades of expertise in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, you’ll encounter wintering herds of elk, bison, and bighorn sheep amid steaming hot springs and snow-covered peaks. The Lamar Valley is a prime location to spot large packs of gray wolves, along with coyotes, bald eagles, and Trumpeter Swans.
Your guide will share insights into the park’s unique ecosystem, which was shaped by ancient oceans, super volcanoes, and glaciers, as well as the influences of Native American tribes and historical figures.
As a highlight, enjoy a 1.5-mile (...
Highlights
2 days
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 days
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Use our professional-grade Vortex spotting scopes and binocular
Lunch
Transportation in a 4WD Chevy Suburban or Ford Transit Van
Professional tour guide with current avalanche safety, CPR, & First Aid certifications
Breakfast
Accommodations: 1 night included (double occupancy). Single-room supplement may apply.
Bottled water, light brown bag breakfast & lunch, and assorted snacks
Guide gratuity (18-20% suggested)
National Park entry fee
Important Information
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Experience a magical winter journey through Yellowstone National Park and the famed Lamar Valley, known as the American Serengeti.
Led by guides with decades of expertise in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, you’ll encounter wintering herds of elk, bison, and bighorn sheep amid steaming hot springs and snow-covered peaks. The Lamar Valley is a prime location to spot large packs of gray wolves, along with coyotes, bald eagles, and Trumpeter Swans.
Your guide will share insights into the park’s unique ecosystem, which was shaped by ancient oceans, super volcanoes, and glaciers, as well as the influences of Native American tribes and historical figures.
As a highlight, enjoy a 1.5-mile (...
Highlights
2 days
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 days
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Use our professional-grade Vortex spotting scopes and binocular
Lunch
Transportation in a 4WD Chevy Suburban or Ford Transit Van
Professional tour guide with current avalanche safety, CPR, & First Aid certifications
Breakfast
Accommodations: 1 night included (double occupancy). Single-room supplement may apply.
Bottled water, light brown bag breakfast & lunch, and assorted snacks
The historic stone arch marks Yellowstone’s original gateway and is one of the park’s most iconic photo stops. Built in 1903 and dedicated by President Theodore Roosevelt, it symbolizes Yellowstone’s legacy as the world’s first national park. In winter, the surrounding landscape is often snow-covered, making for dramatic photos and a great place to orient guests to the park’s history before heading into the Northern Range.
15 minutes
2
Fort Yellowstone Historic District
Fort Yellowstone is the historic heart of the park’s early management era. From 1886–1918, the U.S. Army helped protect Yellowstone’s wildlife, geothermal features, and visitors—long before the National Park Service existed. Today, the area includes preserved buildings and exhibits that help guests understand how Yellowstone became a model for park protection and stewardship.
15 minutes
3
Mammoth Hot Springs
One of Yellowstone’s classic lodging landmarks, the Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel sits in the Northern Range near year-round wildlife habitat. Even if you’re not staying here, it’s a great regroup point with restrooms, historical character, and a true “Old Yellowstone” feel. In winter, the area often has elk nearby and provides a comfortable base for exploring Mammoth’s travertine terraces.
15 minutes
4
Mammoth Hot Springs Terraces
Mammoth is famous for its steaming travertine terraces—white, tan, and rust-colored limestone formations created as hot water rises, cools, and deposits minerals. The Upper Terrace area can be explored on foot (or snowshoes, depending on conditions) and offers a front-row look at a geothermal system that changes constantly. It’s one of the best places to see Yellowstone’s geology at work in real time.
1 hour and 30 minutes
5
Undine Falls
A scenic waterfall along the road between Mammoth and Tower Junction, Undine Falls is an easy, quick stop with a big visual payoff. In winter, the falls may be partially frozen, creating striking ice formations and a quiet, dramatic setting. It’s a perfect “stretch-your-legs” viewpoint and a great place for photos without committing to a long walk.
15 minutes
6
Specimen Ridge
Specimen Ridge is a scenic stretch of road and ridgeline views that sits above prime winter range. It’s known for wide-open sightlines—ideal for spotting wildlife across valleys and hillsides. The area also carries deep geologic and ecological stories, with a landscape shaped by volcanism, time, and weather. It’s a reliable section to slow down, scan, and let Yellowstone come to us.
30 minutes
7
Lamar Valley
Often called the “Serengeti of North America,” Lamar Valley is Yellowstone’s top winter wildlife viewing region. The broad, open landscape makes it easier to spot animals against snow, especially early and late in the day. Bison herds, elk, coyotes, foxes, and raptors are common, and wolf sightings are possible with patience, good optics, and a little luck. It’s the centerpiece of a true winter safari experience.
3 hours
8
Cooke City
Cooke City is a historic silver mining town at Yellowstone’s northeast edge and our overnight base for the safari. It’s small, rugged, and perfectly positioned for early and late wildlife viewing in the Lamar Valley corridor. Wildlife often moves right through town—moose are known to stroll the streets—so even “downtime” can turn into a viewing opportunity.