Yellowstone: Maximize Your Trip with a Guided Tour

Ready for an unforgettable journey into Yellowstone National Park? If you haven't explored this natural wonder with a local guide yet, let us help you explore the options.

Not having to drive:

By choosing not to navigate the road yourself, you free up mental space to soak in the stunning scenery. Enjoy the journey with a little less stress and a lot more time to savor every moment.

Local insight and knowledge:

Our outfitters live locally, giving them an intimate understanding of the area and the ability to maximize your day in Yellowstone. 

Familiarity with wildlife patterns:

Tour guides have extensive knowledge of the migratory patterns of Yellowstone’s wildlife and will be able to direct you towards prime viewing locations. 

Winter Exploration:

While the North entrance of YNP remains open to personal vehicles during the winter.  The west entrance (the closest entrance to Big Sky) does not and the only way to explore through this entrance is by guided a guided snowmobiling or snowcoach tour. 

With Big Sky as your adventure basecamp, you're in proximity to a many tour guide outfitters ready to show you an incredible experience in Yellowstone. Whether it's summer's vibrant landscapes or winter's snowy charm, Yellowstone's 3,472 square miles offer a playground of active geysers, majestic waterfalls, towering mountains, dense forests, and diverse wildlife. Trust us; there's always something new and exciting to discover in YNP.

To find the perfect guide that fits your needs, explore our tour guide page: Yellowstone Tours.   When picking a tour guide keep in mind the following options:

• Some tours offer full and half day options.  Full days can be up to 7+ hours, so make sure your group will be able to handle this amount of time. 
• Ask about what's included.  Some tours offer lunch and snacks while others don't.  You'll want to make sure you plan ahead. 
• Verify age requirements as some tours only allow small infants/toddlers on private tours. 
• Pick up location.  Some tours will pick you up directly from your hotel while others may have a common meeting location. 

Know Before You Go: 

Once you're booked, make sure you're prepared for your day of adventure.

• Wear comfortable shoes and clothes.  Pack layers in case the weather changes.  
• In the summer, bring sunglasses and sunscreen.
• Be aware that services within the park will be limited including cell reception. 
• If you're bringing a camera, bring back up batteries. 
• Pack anything you may need during the day including important medications etc.